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Lisa · 19 June 2013, 06:45 AM

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Originally Posted by LockandKey

Sadly all of my work is in storage! I have dozens of portfolios from my Drawing courses I took in college that have been stored away. I have to go through them all one day!

Do any of you draw?

I used to draw a little and minored in art in college. Don't really do it anymore but will regret that someday.

Here was a pic I drew as an assignment in school. I never really knew what to do with colors/paint - just stuck to pencil.

FeelingTheBlues · 19 June 2013, 06:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Lion

Carl, you did know that Les developed Arthritis in his hands and arms in later years and had bone fusion surgery done to limit the pain and discomfort. He had his right arm and elbow fused in the correct position so he could continue playing guitar once he healed up.......

I can't even imagine having your arm fused in such a position and then living with it. My doctors have been firmly counseling and wanting me to have my right wrist fused(it's been dislocated for over 15 years along with my right thumb) to relieve my pain and discomfort...but I can't imagine losing all range of motion in my wrist. You use your wrists so much everyday and the loss of movement would be very difficult to deal with...and I have read up on Arthritis Forums and everyone who has had this surgery done, say don't do it. They have all said that a couple of years down the road you are worse off then before you had the surgery. Now they are doing wrist replacement surgeries nowadays but I've been told I'm to young, active and mobil for said surgery.....go figure!!!

Take it easy and keep playing.....Leo

I didn't know that Leo, thank you for the information!

I wouldn't have that done either, especially since it would become a real problem with my profession. To be honest I'll just have to hope I'll never get any bone or muscle disease so I can not only continue to feel the blues but also to earn a living, I'm always thinking that if I have to have a limb of mine broken, paralyzed or even cut of it would have to be my left leg as it's the only one I could consider abandoning (the right one is for the wah pedal...

).

I didn't even know bone fusion was a possible thing to do but I'd rather suffer than having my arm paralyzed...for nothing!

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Originally Posted by LockandKey

That's one of the dials I am currently interested in. Along with the champagne roman and white roman!

The champagne jubilee dial does look great with the diamond markers. But the regular champagne dial with diamond markers looks just as good

I really like the champagne one as it gives the watch another touch of yellow gold, which is a metal I really like! As for the diamond markers, they do look great in my opinion, they add a bit of bling without being over the top.

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Originally Posted by LockandKey

Carl and Wes, you guys are such great musicians!

I am an artist, but not the musician kind of artist. I'm more of an artist with a pencil

I specialize in Pencil/Charcoal Portraits.

Thank you so much Em!

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Originally Posted by The Joker

I need help guys.

I just spent 5 minutes gardening, it's a nightmare. Last year I removed ivy off this back wall and had to replace the fences, becuase it pulled them down. Built this pergola and planted some clematis's (also some jasmine) Anyway my dad's clever idea was to put this fine net on the walls and fence, because the clematis needs something to grab onto.

But the clematis has started pulling the net off the wall and fence, and once it has you can't tack it back on. It's a total mess. It's gonna have to come out.

So how can I get the clematis to grow on the walls and fences (like the bottom pic, obviously not mine)

Have you thought of long wooden sticks Wes? Provided that you put them firmly in the ground perhaps they could offer more resistance to the clematis than your net...

...I'm afraid that's all I can recommend as I've never dealt with such plants. Good luck!

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Originally Posted by LockandKey

Sadly all of my work is in storage! I have dozens of portfolios from my Drawing courses I took in college that have been stored away. I have to go through them all one day!

Do any of you draw?

I'd love to see some of your drawings as well, please take some pictures next time you take a look at them!

I like to draw at times but I'm just terrible, I can only do cartoon faces...

Art 1 · 19 June 2013, 06:59 AM

That's excellent, Lisa. Well done.

FeelingTheBlues · 19 June 2013, 06:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Lisa

I used to draw a little and minored in art in college. Don't really do it anymore but will regret that someday.

Here was a pic I drew as an assignment in school. I never really knew what to do with colors/paint - just stuck to pencil.

Incredible!

The Joker · 19 June 2013, 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Lisa

I used to draw a little and minored in art in college. Don't really do it anymore but will regret that someday.

Here was a pic I drew as an assignment in school. I never really knew what to do with colors/paint - just stuck to pencil.

Who left the seat down.

Up, people

FeelingTheBlues · 19 June 2013, 07:38 AM

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Originally Posted by The Joker

Who left the seat down.

Up, people

Thank goodness, somebody finally has it right!

The Joker · 19 June 2013, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by FeelingTheBlues

Have you thought of long wooden sticks Wes? Provided that you put them firmly in the ground perhaps they could offer more resistance to the clematis than your net...

...I'm afraid that's all I can recommend as I've never dealt with such plants. Good luck!

Thanks Carl. Think there are some sticks, they help it grow upwards, really want to get it all over the wall. Think that pic has wires across the wall. Maybe need a stronger net, attach it better, rather than the pins I used. I'll ask down at the garden center. Might even put ivy back as that sticks to anything and is evergreen, I think.

Lion · 19 June 2013, 08:15 AM

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Originally Posted by LockandKey

Sadly all of my work is in storage! I have dozens of portfolios from my Drawing courses I took in college that have been stored away. I have to go through them all one day!

Do any of you draw?

Nope, I'm only good at stick figures but I can also draw plants and Landscape Designs...my passion and art manifests itself in growing plants and designing gardens(I'm also an expert at growing tropical plants, Cactus and other Succulents). My Dad, when he was alive, came up with the name of Living Landscapes By Leo to put on my business cards. I actually would love to design Botanical Gardens and other Public Gardens and Parks. Then I could watch them grow and mature and enjoy watching others appreciate the colors and textures of the foliage and flowers(and the interplay of shade and sunlight and it's effects on beds and borders which highlight different plants as the seasons progress).....

I'm known for putting together colors and plants which should not be compatible but taken as a whole...it works. The texture of foliage is just as important as the mix of evergreens, flowering shrubs, vines, ground covers, deciduous trees and perennials and annuals. Known as four season interests there are many plants which give the landscape value throughout the year.....such as trees with peeling bark or ornamental shrubs producing berries which sustain the birds in the wintertime(also it's always good to enhance your Gardens with Native species which supply food in the Fall and Winter and you know they are Hardy and will not die out). Many Hybrids have beauty and offer many choices to the Homeowner but do not do well when over wintered so they need replacing each year...regardless if they are suppose to be perennials. Also when you have Native plants which are established, they may not be as showy but they acclimate better to your climate so in times of drought they will survive.....

I'm fortunate that about 12 miles from my house is some virgin Prairie Land and it's fun to go each week as different indigenous plants come into prominence display their beauty and subside for the next plants to come forth. Also in other directions are beautiful woods with Woodland Wildflowers who also do their thing bringing beauty to the world. And the irony is these areas are easily accessible by all but most drive by without giving them a second glance.....people really do not know what they are missing. I've been known(just ask my wife or son)to be driving along on an Interstate somewhere and actually pulling off the highway to go back and look at plants in bloom. And when we are on vacation I always like to pick up books on the areas' Wildflowers and Native plants!!!

Lion · 19 June 2013, 08:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Art 1

I found the best way for me is to hire a guy. I have Mr. Frank. His is retired and lives in the neighborhood. I have asked him to do what needs to be done, and he does and leaves a bill.

Of course when it comes to the outdoors I'm just the opposite...I love to get my hands in the soil(no gloves for me) and they stay stained throughout the growing season and do not ever get clean until late Fall. i also carry empty pots, plastic bags, bypass pruners and a garden trowel in the car...just in case!!!

Btw. Just for you information when you get a small cut the best way to stop the bleeding is to rub soil into the cut.......

Take it easy.....Leo

Oh Wes, I'll give you some advice about your Clematis later as the "Boss" just informed me it's time to go pick up dinner!!! LOL!!!

Art 1 · 19 June 2013, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Lion

Of course when it comes to the outdoors I'm just the opposite...I love to get my hands in the soil(no gloves for me) and they stay stained throughout the growing season and do not ever get clean until late Fall. i also carry empty pots, plastic bags, bypass pruners and a garden trowel in the car...just in case!!!

Btw. Just for you information when you get a small cut the best way to stop the bleeding is to rub soil into the cut.......

Take it easy.....Leo

Oh Wes, I'll give you some advice about your Clematis later as the "Boss" just informed me it's time to go pick up dinner!!! LOL!!!

I wish you were my neighbor.

The Joker · 19 June 2013, 08:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Lion

Of course when it comes to the outdoors I'm just the opposite...I love to get my hands in the soil(no gloves for me) and they stay stained throughout the growing season and do not ever get clean until late Fall. i also carry empty pots, plastic bags, bypass pruners and a garden trowel in the car...just in case!!!

Btw. Just for you information when you get a small cut the best way to stop the bleeding is to rub soil into the cut.......

Take it easy.....Leo

Oh Wes, I'll give you some advice about your Clematis later as the "Boss" just informed me it's time to go pick up dinner!!! LOL!!!

I think we just learnt who wears the trousers at Leo's house.

Or is the saying "who wear the pants" in the US?

LocksandKeys · 19 June 2013, 09:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Lisa

I used to draw a little and minored in art in college. Don't really do it anymore but will regret that someday.

Here was a pic I drew as an assignment in school. I never really knew what to do with colors/paint - just stuck to pencil.

That is very well done, Lisa. The contrasting values that you were able to achieve is outstanding.

I majored in Graphic Design so Drawing 1 and Drawing 2 were required in the curriculum. Drawing has become my true passion. I, like you, do not do well with paint! In one of my college art classes, I dropped the paint, it splashed in my eye, and I nearly blinded myself

I may be exaggerating a little there

Back on topic, the medium I enjoy most is graphite pencil. Specifically 2B and 4B graphite pencils. My specialty is Pencil Portraits, but I also draw the human body with charcoal. And yes, I had to draw countless nude models in my college art classes. Lets just say that was an experience I will never forget, no matter how much I may want to

kcmo · 19 June 2013, 09:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Lisa

I used to draw a little and minored in art in college. Don't really do it anymore but will regret that someday.

Here was a pic I drew as an assignment in school. I never really knew what to do with colors/paint - just stuck to pencil.

Lisa, that's incredible!

FeelingTheBlues · 19 June 2013, 09:40 AM

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Originally Posted by The Joker

Thanks Carl. Think there are some sticks, they help it grow upwards, really want to get it all over the wall. Think that pic has wires across the wall. Maybe need a stronger net, attach it better, rather than the pins I used. I'll ask down at the garden center. Might even put ivy back as that sticks to anything and is evergreen, I think.

Let me know how it goes!

The Joker · 19 June 2013, 09:46 AM

Carl wasn't aloud to draw as a child, everytime he was given a pencil, he would jam it up his nose.

FeelingTheBlues · 19 June 2013, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by The Joker

Carl wasn't aloud to draw as a child, everytime he was given a pencil, he would jam it up his nose.

Allow me to tell you all my horrible secret...

LocksandKeys · 19 June 2013, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by FeelingTheBlues

I really like the champagne one as it gives the watch another touch of yellow gold, which is a metal I really like! As for the diamond markers, they do look great in my opinion, they add a bit of bling without being over the top.

I'd love to see some of your drawings as well, please take some pictures next time you take a look at them!

I like to draw at times but I'm just terrible, I can only do cartoon faces...

That is exactly why I like the champagne dial! It adds more of the yellow gold look to the TT Datejust.

I'll do my best to gather some of my drawings

LockandKey · 19 June 2013, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Lion

Nope, I'm only good at stick figures but I can also draw plants and Landscape Designs...my passion and art manifests itself in growing plants and designing gardens(I'm also an expert at growing tropical plants, Cactus and other Succulents). My Dad, when he was alive, came up with the name of Living Landscapes By Leo to put on my business cards. I actually would love to design Botanical Gardens and other Public Gardens and Parks. Then I could watch them grow and mature and enjoy watching others appreciate the colors and textures of the foliage and flowers(and the interplay of shade and sunlight and it's effects on beds and borders which highlight different plants as the seasons progress).....

I'm known for putting together colors and plants which should not be compatible but taken as a whole...it works. The texture of foliage is just as important as the mix of evergreens, flowering shrubs, vines, ground covers, deciduous trees and perennials and annuals. Known as four season interests there are many plants which give the landscape value throughout the year.....such as trees with peeling bark or ornamental shrubs producing berries which sustain the birds in the wintertime(also it's always good to enhance your Gardens with Native species which supply food in the Fall and Winter and you know they are Hardy and will not die out). Many Hybrids have beauty and offer many choices to the Homeowner but do not do well when over wintered so they need replacing each year...regardless if they are suppose to be perennials. Also when you have Native plants which are established, they may not be as showy but they acclimate better to your climate so in times of drought they will survive.....

I'm fortunate that about 12 miles from my house is some virgin Prairie Land and it's fun to go each week as different indigenous plants come into prominence display their beauty and subside for the next plants to come forth. Also in other directions are beautiful woods with Woodland Wildflowers who also do their thing bringing beauty to the world. And the irony is these areas are easily accessible by all but most drive by without giving them a second glance.....people really do not know what they are missing. I've been known(just ask my wife or son)to be driving along on an Interstate somewhere and actually pulling off the highway to go back and look at plants in bloom. And when we are on vacation I always like to pick up books on the areas' Wildflowers and Native plants!!!

I've drawn a few landscapes in charcoal including flowers, buildings, etc. Capturing all of the details are key to a good drawing, especially in nature!

FeelingTheBlues · 19 June 2013, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by LocksandKeys

That is exactly why I like the champagne dial! It adds more of the yellow gold look to the TT Datejust.

I'll do my best to gather some of my drawings

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Originally Posted by LockandKey

I've drawn a few landscapes in charcoal including flowers, buildings, etc. Capturing all of the details are key to a good drawing, especially in nature!

Em, is it possible that you have created yourself two accounts?

The Joker · 19 June 2013, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by FeelingTheBlues

Em, is it possible that you have created yourself two accounts?

She got locked out her first one. Can't find the key.

FeelingTheBlues · 19 June 2013, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by The Joker

She got locked out her first one. Can't find the key.

I don't get it...what do you...

...

...

...Oohhh!

LockandKey · 19 June 2013, 10:23 AM

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Originally Posted by FeelingTheBlues

Em, is it possible that you have created yourself two accounts?

The first day I signed up, I wanted the username LocksandKeys but it said it was taken so I changed it to LockandKey. I did not know it signed me up for both usernames!

If any mods see this, please close the "LocksandKeys" account and leave this one open!

FeelingTheBlues · 19 June 2013, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by LockandKey

The first day I signed up, I wanted the username LocksandKeys but it said it was taken so I changed it to LockandKey. I did not know it signed me up for both usernames!

If any mods see this, please close the "LocksandKeys" account and leave this one open!

You should probably send them a private message instead, they're usually pretty quick for that as creating multiple accounts is against the rules of the forum (for those who do it on purpose, that is).

FeelingTheBlues · 19 June 2013, 11:07 AM

Have I shown this to you guys before? I have a feeling Lisa would love to live such an experience...

A part of me thinks that this joke is way too hardcore to be tried on anybody (what if a person has a heart problem?) but at the same time I can't help but finding this very funny...

Lion · 19 June 2013, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Art 1

I wish you were my neighbor.

Thanx Art, I know I would have a lot of fun playing in the mud...or is that sand???

Lion · 19 June 2013, 11:24 AM

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Originally Posted by The Joker

I think we just learnt who wears the trousers at Leo's house.

Or is the saying "who wear the pants" in the US?

Yep...I do not know how things work in Great Britain but over here 'Nookie Rules'.....

Lion · 19 June 2013, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Lisa

I used to draw a little and minored in art in college. Don't really do it anymore but will regret that someday.

Here was a pic I drew as an assignment in school. I never really knew what to do with colors/paint - just stuck to pencil.

Lisa, incredible work...you are definitely a woman with many talents. So let me get this straight...Dave spends his time in the basement

Lion · 19 June 2013, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by The Joker

Carl wasn't aloud to draw as a child, everytime he was given a pencil, he would jam it up his nose.

Whoah...good thing to know, note to self...do not give Carl pencils!!! LOL!!!

kcmo · 19 June 2013, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Lion

Lisa, incredible work...you are definitely a woman with many talents. So let me get this straight...Dave spends his time in the basement

Hard to believe, isn't it!?

Art 1 · 19 June 2013, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Lion

Thanx Art, I know I would have a lot of fun playing in the mud...or is that sand???

Sand, along with 95F and 80%RH.

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