Wednesday, October 4, 2017

Wednesday wonders: rust


I'm not sure why I haven't picked this theme sooner, because it is one of my favorites (along with rocking horses, of course).  I was drawn to this because of the rusty machines my friend Valerie showed on her blog recently, as well as the rusty boat parts Erika showed on Sunday, and of course, my altered book pages of rust I made and shared on my blog not long ago.  All photos are from Pexels.

































And now the Queen of Free would like to add another crown:

this one made of rust.

I'm delighted that you joined me today, as I looked to Valerie's and Erika's rusty photos and my art for inspiration to share this Wednesday.  Thanks again for joining me and please keep those ideas (and inspirations) coming on your own blogs.

20 thoughtful remarks:

Valerie-Jael said...

Lovely rust, it always makes my heart beat faster. When I'm feeling better I'm going to visit that rusty park in Duisburg again, that will be fun! Have a great day, hugs, Valerie

froebelsternchen said...

Oh - that photos of rusty treasures are amazing! I am really happy about your tip of using pexels ! You chose a wonderful RUSTY collection for the eye!
Thank you and

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oxo Susi

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CJ Kennedy said...

These rusty things rather sad. Items (like the skates) or places (like the stairs to the beach) patiently waiting for someone to return. I've never thought about rust that way.

Jeanie said...

Elizabeth, this is a perfect theme for you. I have a love-hate with rust. Sometimes I find it very beautiful, sometimes rather lonely and neglected. I see both in some of your photos. Very evocative and striking.

My name is Erika. said...

Old rusted bits make the best photos. They pick up the shadows and the light so well. Nice picking for today! Pexels has some great photos to use. Hugs-Erika

Dortesjs said...

WHooo rust all over..great photos..love rust ;O)

Darla said...

Great theme and photos. I have to look up your rusty ideas and tutorials now

Darla said...

Elizabeth, Im on my phone. If you will send mailing address I will get napkins in mail. Send to dmartin2365@comcast.net. I can get that mail on phone. Glad you want them!

Divers and Sundry said...

Ah, rust! You must be thrilled to have so many great photos :) I love those old cars. I'm looking forward to seeing what you do with the Day of the Dead napkins.

Caterina Giglio said...

Dr. E!!! what swoon worthy rusty goodness, very inspiring.. x

Sandra Cox said...

You picked some great ones, Elizabeth.
Hope your day sparkles.

Meggymay said...

Hooray for rust. these photos you have shared look awesome Elizabeth.
Its the rusty old cars that I was drawn to today
Yvonne xx

da tabbies o trout towne said...

totally awesome nautical photos !!!! and can you imagine how much those cars would be worth if restored !!! CACHING !!! $$$$$$$$$

♥♥♥ wavez two ewe bleu N squiggles !!!

Rita said...

Frozen pictures of time! :)

Birgit said...

Love these photos with the rust but also the aged wood in close up, I really love the one with the train tracks. Some great studies here

Let's Art Journal said...

Wonderful rusty photos! They all look stunning and I so enjoyed looking at them all and I bet you did too, probably even more than me ...lol 😉. Have a lovely evening! J 😊

Lotte Kristensen said...

Wow, your photography is amazing - I've spent quite some time looking through it all, and feel like I've been travelling! Give Bleubeard a hug from my crafty cat, Pandora, who also likes to, eh, 'help'....

Thanks also for your lovely comment on my blog :)

pearshapedcrafting said...

Wow! I bet you had a difficult task choosing! The ones you have picked are great! Chrisx