Monday, March 7, 2011

Amaze me August #27 ~ Avocado Art Giveaway ~

I've been trying to wait until I reached 100 linkups, to host a giveaway with something I made,,, BUT,,, it might take a while still until then, lol, sooooo I thought why not now?


I am pretty nervous about this giveaway. I'm sure it's normal, to feel scared when you put yourself, and your art out there. I hope you all are not too harsh on me, and you like what I'm offering.

These are some paintings I did around 2003, when I was confined to my couch for several months after almost breaking my foot. I fell down the stairs in my apartment in the middle of the night, and fractured my ankle really bad. Luckily, it healed pretty good, and I had a TON of time to paint. It was fun, and I actually sold quite a few paintings on Ebay back then. 


Anyway, these are some paintings from that time, and I thought I'd do a giveaway, so I can share it with you. 


I hope you guys like avocados,, he he. 



Take your pick, pink or blue, it's up to you.
This is an original acrylic painting on canvas paper 8x10


You can def frame these, or apply them to a nice piece of wood.
They are super colorful, and super fun. 
What a perfect addition to any kitchen, or dining room.


Here are a few other paintings, I still have hanging out at my home. Let me know what you think, which one is your favorite?








So if you are sure you still want to win this, here's how:


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EXTRA ENTRIES:
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That is a TON of possible entries, have fun with it, and good luck!


Winner will be announced next Tuesday March 15th.
Don't forget to LINK up to my weekly party. 
AMAZE ME AUGUST
             
Written by Bella @ Bella before and after at 10:48 PM
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54 comments:

  1. ~K @ VintageSkyeMarch 8, 2011 at 12:43 AM

    Thanks for hosting! I'm back again this week! Love the paintings!

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  2. Ami AllisonMarch 8, 2011 at 12:44 AM

    I did all three! I LOVE LOVE LOOOOOOOVE Avocados and I think your art is gorgeous!!! I remember I was so nervous! I still get nervous. You just never know if someone is gonna like your stuff!! I love it and I love that pink cat too!!

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  3. Ami AllisonMarch 8, 2011 at 12:46 AM

    OH wait! Am I supposed to comment for all three? IF that is the case then this is #2 and I subscribed with the google reader.

    I DONE DID #1 a long time ago! :)

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  4. Ami AllisonMarch 8, 2011 at 12:47 AM

    I follow on twitter! Tweet tweet!!

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  5. Ami AllisonMarch 8, 2011 at 12:47 AM

    I follow with the GFC!

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  6. Ami AllisonMarch 8, 2011 at 12:50 AM

    I tweeted this giveaway! http://twitter.com/#!/AliLilly73/status/44997691830317056

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  7. Ami AllisonMarch 8, 2011 at 12:51 AM

    I follow Adithis Amma Sews

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  8. Ami AllisonMarch 8, 2011 at 12:52 AM

    I follow Sumo! :)

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  9. Ami AllisonMarch 8, 2011 at 12:53 AM

    I follow Kassi!! :)

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  10. Ami AllisonMarch 8, 2011 at 12:54 AM

    I follow Dream Home DIY

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  11. Ami AllisonMarch 8, 2011 at 12:54 AM

    I follow Billie Monster

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  12. Ami AllisonMarch 8, 2011 at 12:54 AM

    I follow Taradara

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  13. Ami AllisonMarch 8, 2011 at 12:56 AM

    I follow the real life mom

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  14. Ami AllisonMarch 8, 2011 at 12:57 AM

    I linked up my shamrock! :)

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  15. Linda@Coastal CharmMarch 8, 2011 at 2:39 AM

    Beautiful paintings and thanks for hosting!

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  16. Linda@Coastal CharmMarch 8, 2011 at 2:40 AM

    I'm a happy follower:)

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  17. Erika . . . with a KMarch 8, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    I love avocados!

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  18. LisaMarch 8, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    I think you're very talented! I love your playful painting style!

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  19. Kim @ Too Much TimeMarch 8, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    Hey Bella!
    I am following now. Your paintings are great, I love the vibrant colors and excitment of them. My fave is the snowman piece.

    Thanks for finding me, because now I'm here and your blog is AWESOME!

    Kim
    www.kim-toomuchtimeonmyhands.blogspot.com

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  20. Stephanie McDonnellMarch 8, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    Of course I follow you!

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  21. Stephanie McDonnellMarch 8, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    I FB'd your giveaway!

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  22. Stephanie McDonnellMarch 8, 2011 at 10:13 AM

    Already on your RSS feed.

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  23. Stephanie McDonnellMarch 8, 2011 at 10:13 AM

    I just subscribed by email.

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  24. Life in RehabMarch 8, 2011 at 10:13 AM

    Of course I follow you...and the blue one would look amazing in my kitchen!

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  25. Life in RehabMarch 8, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    And I put something very strange on your party as this week's project.

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  26. Stephanie McDonnellMarch 8, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    I linked up my latest recipe.

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  27. Maria-Isabel @ Agape Love DesignsMarch 8, 2011 at 10:37 AM

    I follow you on FB! :)

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  28. Maria-Isabel @ Agape Love DesignsMarch 8, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    Im a GFC follower!

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  29. Maria-Isabel @ Agape Love DesignsMarch 8, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    I linked this giveaway on FB

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  30. Maria-Isabel @ Agape Love DesignsMarch 8, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    I linked up a project (Zebra bedroom decor)!

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  31. Maria-Isabel @ Agape Love DesignsMarch 8, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    Im a follower of VWB

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  32. Maria-Isabel @ Agape Love DesignsMarch 8, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    Im a follower of Luxe Boulevard!

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  33. Kara @ Tizzi LishMarch 10, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    I linked up my project :)

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  34. JennaMarch 10, 2011 at 1:48 PM

    I follow your blog!

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  35. UnknownMarch 10, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    I like the pink and green one! Following you on facebook!

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  36. UnknownMarch 10, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    following you on twitter!

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  37. UnknownMarch 10, 2011 at 10:03 PM

    added post to link party!

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  38. UnknownMarch 10, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    following you on GFC

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  39. Michelle @ Delicate ConstructionMarch 11, 2011 at 12:13 AM

    I am a new follower! WOOHOO!

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  40. AnonymousMarch 11, 2011 at 1:24 AM

    I'm a follower!! I love your artwork!! So beautiful!! Thank you for the sweet compliments on my Spring Wreath tutorial!! That was so kind!! :) Love your blog!

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  41. Brooke Anna @ Mommy Does...March 11, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    I really like your avocados! I get rss feeds!
    brookeannaroberts(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  42. Brooke Anna @ Mommy Does...March 11, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    I get e-mails.
    brookeannaroberts(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  43. Brooke Anna @ Mommy Does...March 11, 2011 at 5:13 PM

    you know i've been following :D
    brookeannaroberts(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  44. Brooke Anna @ Mommy Does...March 11, 2011 at 5:13 PM

    I'm linked up below :D
    brookeannaroberts(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  45. Brooke Anna @ Mommy Does...March 11, 2011 at 5:25 PM

    So, I totally blogged about you...
    http://mommydoes.blogspot.com/2011/03/do-you-like-avocados.html
    and yes, I will proudly take this entry too :D
    brookeannaroberts(at)Yahoo(dot)com

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  46. Crazy WonderfulMarch 11, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    Thanks for your wonderful comment on my blog, totally made my day :D

    What amazing art, you are incredibly talented!!!

    I'm now your newest follower!

    Shelley

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  47. Chrisi and SilasMarch 12, 2011 at 12:58 AM

    I MUST have the pink avacado!!! While on maternity leave I sanded, primed and painted all my kitchen cabinets white and my walls are LIME GREEN - with NO ART WORK! This would be PERFECT!!!! I subscribed to yoru email list

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  48. Chrisi and SilasMarch 12, 2011 at 12:59 AM

    I "like" you facebook

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  49. Jenn @ Peas and CrayonsMarch 12, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    Following! <3 yay! The avocado paintings are my FAVORITE!!!! <3

    xoXOxo
    Jenn @ Peas & Crayons

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  50. Jenn @ Peas and CrayonsMarch 12, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    Linked up! <3

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  51. Jenn @ Peas and CrayonsMarch 12, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    tweeted! <3

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  52. ColleenMarch 14, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    Hey Hey Hey!! So glad we know about each other now bc I am simply gaga over your avocado pieces. The colors are AH-mazing. We eat so many avocados in our house, we ended up growing our own avocado tree from a store bought pit! You are sooo talented. Thanks for stopping by Red Door Abode for a visit! Cheers!!

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  53. laxsupermomMarch 17, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    Love the paintings! I think my favorite one is the very first one - the avocado with the pink background. Thanks for linking up to my party.

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  54. Carrie @ Dittle DattleMarch 17, 2011 at 6:05 PM

    Great pop of colors! I love to see an oldie but goodie :p Thanks for sharing.

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