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These two little houligans are so cute together. They were born 4 months apart, and if you look at them together you would think they were related. Well, his mom and I are almost relatives, and definitely good friends.
They talk about each other for days in advance of their visits, and run around together like little madmen when they are reunited. I wish we lived closer together and their visits weren’t so infrequent. At least they enjoy the times they have together. Here they had gotten so hot from running around my parents’ house and jumping off the bed that they had to take their shirts off. It’s cold here, folks. Little houligans, I tell ya. 
To me, the word texture evokes more than just the literal meaning. Figuratively, life holds many textures. These textures give our lives substance and interest, in which our friendships are a key component in that.
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The textures I used in this were rocks and bricks, and then I used various “tattoo” brushes. This is more of what you would call a “blend” - using different textures and brushes to create your art.
What sort of textures do you have in store today?
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i haven’t ventured into the “brush” world yet, but your example is pretty impressive! here’s my foray into texture for the week:
http://www.mentalinventory.blogspot.com/
That is GREAT Stacy, I want to try some brushes. Here is one I did earlier this week, late at night. I should look at it again.
http://piercebabyproject.blogspot.com/2008/02/theme-thurday-texture-2-years-old.html
Oops, didn’t mean to submit yet. Can I post two this week?
Here is the other attempt:
http://justaddcolor.blogspot.com/2008/02/theme-thursday-self-portrait.html
i love what you do with the textures. i have not figured it all out yet, even with your excellent tutorials. so this week my texture is just in the photo. Texture in the Water
oooh, i like the addition of the brushes. very, very cool. and those 2 are so, so cute!
i’m not completely “there” with mine yet – but i need to get some sleep…so it is up at
http://barelycontrolledchaos.wordpress.com/2008/02/20/theme-thursday-texture/
I need to find me some brushes ! I had a look at that link in your post on Saturday but was a bit lost …
Anyway … here’s my textures !! I DID IT !!!
I love those brushes of yours–are they the hi res ones from designfruit? I’d passed up on them in favor of a couple of his others, but now I’m reconsidering
Here’s mine–I used a frame from Pink Ink Studios to finish it off. Click on the picture to see the bigger version…
http://www.andtherestishistory.com/2008/02/19/how-i-get-j-to-ignore-mefor-photos-silly/
I like the tattoo brushes and how you focused them on one side. Beautiful as always.
Here’s mine: Texture
I forgot that I wanted to share this to. If you aren’t a fan of Stuck in Customs yet, prepared to be wowed. Textures in the ultimate sense.
Stuck in Customs Texture
Wow, that looks awesome. I am not sure I am real good at this texture thing yet but it was way fun.
http://nelsongaggle.blogspot.com/2008/02/theme-thursday-texture.html
Your creations are true works of art, Stacy. So beautiful. I have not yet experimented with brushes but you are making me want to!!
http://momology.blogspot.com/2008/02/thursdays-theme-texture.html
I gotta get me some of that photoshop! I have Photo Studio, but I think since photoshop is more widely used there is more support and stuff floating around out there!
I love that these two are so tight. My baby is 5 months older than my best friend’s little girl, and I can only hope they are good friends like these fellas!
Here’s my take on texture!
That was a lot of fun Stacy, thank you so much for the tutorial! I have a lot of practice to do….especially with the brushes, but it’s something I’m sure I’ll be trying again real soon : ) I love the brushes you used on your photo!
theme-thursday
oops here’s my link
themethursday-texture
Such a sweet photo. I need to learn about those tattoo brushes. I was looking for a little extra something for one of my shots today.
Here’s mine:
http://www.cancio.org/blog/?p=891
Stacy I really LOVE yours!!! You do a great job and seem to have an “eye” for the art of it.
I’m still trying to get the hang of it but is is so much fun!!! I can’t wait to try some more!
Here are my attempts:
http://jamestownboys.blogspot.com/
Oh I love – you are just so talented!
http://andtheducksaid.blogspot.com/2008/02/theme-thursday-texture.html
Here is my VERY 1st attempt at textures. It’s really fun! Thanks for hosting!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/krunyen/2279708855/
I have to agree, texture is everwhere around us and permeates our life. Its a cute shot of the two of them and I really like all the swirls.
Mine is up overe here:
http://www.killlashandra.org/wordpress/?p=260
What an awesome image you produced! I love the textures you used.
Here is mine, an oldie but one of my faves.
http://dangerouslydeliciousrecipes.com/lgblog/?p=13#respond
Oh my, I almost forgot to share my link! I LOVE textures!
http://maypapers.blogspot.com/2008/02/one-tween-for-two-themes.html
That is so awesome! I posted mine last night and forgot to comment here. Ugh. I blame the medicine. haha… Here’s mine:
http://mommeeandherboys.blogspot.com/2008/02/theme-thursdays-texture.html
my first attempt at theme thursday is up at my photo blog here.
thanks!
That rocks Stacy!!! I’m using something I’ve already posted at the photo blog…so swamped right now!!! There’s a couple of texture photos…I really like the baby feet one. Yikes!
I am loving everyone’s textures! Such great inspiration!
http://debbysphotography.squarespace.com/journal/2008/2/15/introducing-cole.html
Fantastic – they are so sweet – how lucky the can be so close in age and good pals!
MINE IS LATE!
http://chaoticfamilypictures.blogspot.com/