it's true. Unless I really dreamt it. But I don't think so. I have the e-mails to prove it.
If you follow my blog then you know I sent in a few cards to Take Ten (Stampington Publications) several months ago. I was contacted by the managing editor who asked if I would make about 12-15 more cards (which I did) in specific color groupings. Happy to comply, I sent in the cards.
They were to be featured in the June issue of Take Ten magazine
until . . .
I got an e-mail from the Managing Editor of Stampington & Co
who said I was chosen to be the Guest Artist (WHAT!!!)
of Stampers Sampler August issue.
WHAT?!
Seriously?
I filled out an interview questionnaire
and had to send them a photo of myself.
Oh (as we say in south St. Louis) lardy lardy . . . a photo!
I hate having my picture taken.
Sue K was nice enough to oblige yesterday morning, but when I got home I felt like I had these goofy looks on my face. Sue told me I needed to smile with my eyes. It reminded me of Tyra Banks telling her runway models to *smeyes*.
Do I always look like that?
I'm so sorry.
Bill took some photos and this is what I ended up with:
and this one:
Whose chins are those?
What happened to my cheek bones?
Who put those bags under my eyes?
"Makeup!" (she yells snapping her fingers in the air)
So I sent these photos and asked if they could
PLEASE
get rid of my chins.
I think Stampington could do that don't you?
They are probably excellent with photo shop.
Look for my work and my new altered self in the
August issue of Stampers Sampler
available at
Congratulations Nancy!!! That's awesome!! You're so talented!!
Posted by: Kristi Benedick | May 19, 2010 at 09:01 AM
CONGRATS TO YOU GIRL, OF COURSE THEY CALLED YOU, DO YOU OUTSTANDING WORK ON ALL YOUR ART WORK. again, congrats to you Nancy, look forward to seeing the book. I will want you to autograph my book. hehe,,,
Posted by: dena redfern | May 19, 2010 at 09:02 AM
ps. i forgot, one trick on taking photos is shooting from above down on the face, not a lot, it helps elimate things,,,,,
Posted by: dena redfern | May 19, 2010 at 09:03 AM
Yay! I can't wait to see it! You are an amazing artist, I am so glad that they took note of it!
Posted by: Tammy Tutterow | May 19, 2010 at 09:37 AM
Well deserved! Although I don't comment frequently, I do come to visit every time you post, and your work is AMAZING! Congratulations!
Posted by: Lori | May 19, 2010 at 10:11 AM
Way to go, Nancy! With your great talent, it's about time that you are featured in such a highly regarded publication. Congratulations!
Posted by: Faye Schmelig | May 19, 2010 at 10:15 AM
I knew you could! You provide us with so much inspiration...we people out here in your blogosphere!
I think you look beautiful! I know what you mean about looking at a picture or looking in the mirror and saying, "Who's that?" My son asked me if I felt any different at my age. I replied that I didn't till I passed a mirror.
I can't wait to see your stuff in the magazine.
Thanks for all you do for us.
Judy in Fernandina Beach, FL
Posted by: Judith A. Sanza | May 19, 2010 at 12:12 PM
Nancy this is such good new. I always new how good you are now everyone will know
Posted by: Sue Benedick | May 19, 2010 at 06:01 PM
That's awesome. Well desrved. I have that same thing about having my picture taken. Maybe we are part American Indian or was it our mothers?? Oh well, you look good and that doesn't matter, your work will shine. Congrats on the honor!!!
Posted by: rosemary sturm | May 19, 2010 at 09:52 PM
Congrats - I don´t post often but I love your work. What a thrill for you!! I cannot wait to read the article and see all your art!!
Posted by: nonnie | May 19, 2010 at 10:24 PM
Congratulations. That is wonderful news. Can't wait for that August issue. Can't get enough of your work. I visit everyday.
Posted by: Madelyn Butts | May 20, 2010 at 06:05 AM
Nancy, I hate having my pic taken as well...but honestly, you look great! I'm so proud and glad for you to get this recognition after all the hard work (fun?!?!)you do!!!
I will run to the news stand....
Posted by: Renea Crawford | May 20, 2010 at 10:15 AM
I don't mind having my picture taken, even with my double chins. I hate having my stuff published, it's so embarassing!
Congratulations Nancy!
Posted by: Carolyn K | May 21, 2010 at 12:41 AM
Awesome Nancy!! I'm not surprised at all!! And you look beautiful in your pics so don't be so tough on yourself :)
Posted by: Jennifer T. | May 21, 2010 at 08:50 AM
Congratulations, Nancy! Well deserved recognition for your amazing talent . . . love following your blog and "classing" with you!
Posted by: Kathy House | May 24, 2010 at 04:47 PM