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here is my Wisteria-Photo, photographed Easter24. Although I started it in PSP, I had to continue working in PI because, 1. The script "wolven ribbons" did not work as I read it translated in the TOU and the PDF tutorial. 2. I didn't find the option to minimize object transparency in PSP (for more precise erasing). Can someone who has used the script before help me?

I downloaded Carole's multi framed collage template. I have never used a multi framed template, although I have seen several of them. As I have said previously, I was hooked on this technique after watching the photo split frame technique in the creative scrap. Since them I have created my own, using up to as many as 8 frames per image. I blended two photos of the White crowned sparrow. Created the Alpha, (can't remember what the tutorial is called) burnt edge, which isn't really burnt as I used green. The background paper is an edited favourite of many the linoleum pattern. I don't see many using Carole's corner and paper punches. I love them and use them a lot. I used one of them on the strip. They are ever so versitle, quick and easy to use to add that extra touch to any layout.

Here is a single one I really liked. I found that if I put the orbits at 0 and the scale factor almost all the way down in the negative range, I would have a chance of something like the rose showing up looking like the rose.

I promised my granddaughter that I would make here a layout when I had overcome the jetlag and this is what I made for her. She loves plants, especially cacti and succulents, and she has quite a collection of them as mini plants. Besides that, green is her favorite color. I used the mask from Jessica Dunn for the May mask challenge on digital scrapbook and the papers (with blendmodes) and elements from cpjess Meadow bundle which I recently bought and some plant tubes. In the mean time I have transferred and ordered all my recent photos, so now I can start making a couple of layouts as intro pages for the photo album I'm going to make. Slowly I'm getting back into scrapping, it always takes some time to readjust to my normal routine at home.

This is what I have been playing with off and on the last few day. It is amazing what can be created from a regular pick with the kaleidoscope. The center picks are some of the originals and most of the K. were created starting with them. I do have all of them saved full size, so some of them may show up here and there.

Sue, this is simply beautiful. The way you used the bow is SO creative, and I love it! The same goes for how you use the corner punches. You are sure an inspiration for us.

It's always great to see your take on layouts!

Wow, what a beautiful layout, Susan!

I'll check and see if I have this kit. He really is adorable. If I'm not mistaken, she found him in the stable. He was just a tiny, cute little thing. 🙂

Hi, We also have a spot here with wisteria that was created 44 years ago, which I recently photographed in full bloom. Will post it here soon as a scrap with PSP. But the gardening begins...

I finally got some PSP time in. Busy week and finally some down time. And just in time for the Q&A. I was driving home from grocery shopping this morning and a local Lube shop always has a funny quote on their sign and this was the one I saw today. I had to keep repeating it over and over because I couldn't pull over on that road to write it down... and my pen was in my shopping bags way in the back. 4 fonts used: Mandala Vintage (for the womb and board) Mansdefia (Mom) Magestica (Thanks) Marcgravia (Happy Mother's Day 2024) Papers are by Gina Jones (Digital Scrapbook) Kumbaya papers See you at the Q&A! All the cool kids go there....I hear.

Another Corel freebie for Mother's Day. This time with a Great Egret guarding her lonely blue egg...

I might not be scrapping often, but this time, this particular photo deserved a layout. What is the most surprising is that to the naked eye, we can barely see the colors, yet, a good camera captures something fantastic.

As a followup to the layout on Wonderful Wisteria I did, I just HAD to post this image of the largest vine in the world. People are allowed in to see it one day a year! Just amazing! This ONE plant covers an acre of land. No layout, just the image FYI. (Photo by Patrick Pelletier in 2016) There is a video on YouTube that showcases this spectacular plant. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bxJcb_-f45E

Papers and elements from Chantalia Designs (always free). Font is Octagon Calligraphy from Creative Fabrica. Parts of the text are so thin that they almost disappear when the page is sized down to 600.

Playing with Corel's freebies for Mother's Day I came up with this after a bit of manipulation, size-wise. The photo is from One Planet.

Last night the northern lights were visible right down to our area in southwestern Ontario. I wasn't out and about to take pix, but I did find a local photographer who did. His name is Steve Biro and I think he works out of Windsor (Ontario). Many years ago I worked as a summer student at a fishing camp in far north Ontario where the northern lights were on bright display. They were so wonderful to see.

Oh my oh my! Everyone has been busy creating fabulous pages, each and every one, positively unique, and inspiring. Last night's project. I'm getting later and later now as the days are getting longer, to settle down, sort through photos to document them. Over the years I have come across many banded birds, the majority of them being birds of prey. This male Tree swallow is the first seasonal visitor Swallow I've had which is banded. I played with textures, overlays and blend modes. Chalk texture technique. The ribbon and bow is bow 3 script using the grosgrain pattern technique, found in the creative scrap.

Nothing fancy...using Carole's Multi-Frame Collage: My friend and basketball teammate, Pat and her husband, Frank in 2012. We often played a tournament in St. George, Utah and Pat had built a home there. One year I was invited to stay in her home. We went hiking after the basketball tournament and that's when these photos were taken. Sadly, Frank has passed away. However, Pat is doing well. I think she sold the house.

You're right. I have some of those punches and don't seem to use them often. I think it's because you do and I don't like to be seen as "copying". Also, you just have a knack for using them so well. When I try to incorporate them, it somehow looks out of place.

I always appreciate your kind words Cristina, and others of course. I find that cutting the papers is much more appealing on circular photos than square/rectangle. I think it may have something to do with with the smooth flow of circular shapes. It also makes a welcome change from the traditional framing. Giving possibly a little more depth to the page.

Corrie, I am sure that after this looooong flight, it was a great feeling to see the family at the airport to welcome you. Beautiful photo and layout.

I caved in and bought it, less than $2 Can so I figured I could afford it. Not a habit to pay for fonts, but I love the glyphs with this one.

hahaha, that's him/her (I feel that it's a him). There is a statue of it in City Park in Kelowna. My bestie and I used to ride our bikes all over Kelowna and we always had a stop at City Park to practice gymnastics - we were 12.

That's me....I have been corrected more than once on this one, so now (jokingly) I will say it as 'Either-rea'l or I could start saying it as 'Ether - reel'. hahahaha, the English language is silly isnt it? I hosted a garage sale for my friends (who live in a condo) who are moving to Scotland and my dear friend has an English degree and had to put all the books oriented in a way that was easier for the buyers to read the titles. I totally supported it and get that. When you know about something, you want it to be right...right?

I had to use different settings than my normal to get anything. Manual mode, ISO of 1600, F stop 5 or lower, and a longer shutter speed. All articles I saw on it, said to use a shutter speed of 15 seconds with a tri-pod so there is no movement of the camera. I didn't get my tri-pod out so used a shutter speed of 1 second and stood with my arm and back braced against the door jamb/frame. Even though I didn't get any northern lights, I got night photos like I've never gotten before! I tried both my Canon T5 and my Canon SX740 since they both have manual mode. Even my Canon SX 540 has manual mode. Every one was saying to use a cell phone but I knew that wouldn't work for me since my hand shakes when I try to take photos on it. I also have no idea how to make any adjustments to settings on it since I don't use it for photos very often! The cameras were easier for me and I'll always prefer to use a camera.

I was glad someone had a reasonable camera to show those colors as mine gave me NOTHING!

Rhymes with cereal...almost.

Week 19 A quiet moment on a sunny May day.

Thank you, those are my own words. She provides the stage, the subjects to photograph in all their colours, textures and shapes. From the tiniest of insects to the largest of mammals, flora and fauna. I get a glimpse into her introcate ecosystems.

I have to agree with you. Julie's work is quintessence of her style. I have described her work as ethereal on more than one occasion. Now then do you know how to correctly pronounce ethereal? I ask, as when I was a child in school, the english teacher asked who can pronounce it correctly. I stuck up my hand, of course I was completely wrong. How some things stick your head for ever. This is the correct pronounciation, e th ee r ee ul.

I appreciate those kind words. I take my colours from the photos. I don't use kits, or colour palettes. Mother nature provides me with everything I need to showcase my photos.

Week 16 and I have arrived safely in California and of course it was fantastic to see them all standing at the airport to welcome me! At home there were 2 exited dogs to greet me as well. In the first weekend we got to see some of the flowers in bloom on the meadows. It wasn't quite the superbloom of last year, but nevertheless still pretty impressive to me. I took a lot of photos and I have no doubt that those will come to good use in the months to come.

There's a black & white kitty she has drawn that I always assumed she based on Boo. That kitty turns up sometimes in a kit. He's adorable.

This is so lovely. The textures and blends work so well. As always, your colour choices are subtle and muted and gorgeous so the "critter" stands out.

Kasany, she is her own unique personality. She is very loving and spends hours with Judy, my friend with dementia. I think on some level she understands.

Thank you, Christina! I love the deer and watch them every chance I get. I love walking up on them in the woods. They sometimes run away and sometimes become very cautious and alert but allow me to photograph them. I find great pleasure in revisiting my photos. Memories like these are priceless.

When I first started to learn PSP a few years ago it was to improve old photos for my history articles. Then, with Carole and this group, I got hooked on learning more and just playing as a different kind of creative outlet, something removed from words which I deal with all the time in research. This type of layout takes minutes to create and serves a purpose when I just want a more personal kind of message to send to someone. This time it was made for a friend whose husband of 54 years died. I sent a "proper" card (in the mail), but followed up with this. I just like that I can do that.

What a surprise this must have been. Ann you are a good steward of all things "critter". I hope this little guy can survive or be reunited with his human family.

Thank you all for the birthday wishes. I LOVE this community!!