Rome Book II scrapbook image

Rome Book II
Rome, Italy
ca. 1980s
The blue razor blade and pink lips are from the covers of blotter-paper booklets, of the kind left in mid-20th century hotel rooms to discourage guests from using bath linens for all but intended purposes. The writer collaged anything she found that was already flat, or that could be flattened, including the tiny paper parasols used to garnish tropical drinks.

From the collection of Elatia Harris.

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These are astonishing works of art.I'd like to see more!!
posted on 07.07.09 by Charles Bane, Jr.



Unique and though provoking, takes scrap booking to a whole new place and truly elevates it to the level of art. Thank you for sharing.
posted on 07.07.09 by Kate Vrijmoet



I'm delighted to learn that Elatia has unearthed her scrapbooks and is turning her attention to this new project. There are so many facets to her remarkable artistry. The connections she has made in the past and the new connections she will make as she develops this project promise to enrich us all.

posted on 07.07.09 by Barrie



I love seeing all these memories right before my eyes. Elatia is so multi talented and her art explains that journey.
Thanks for sharing this!
posted on 07.07.09 by Mellissa



Want more!
posted on 07.07.09 by Vicki Baker



I wish I'd been there!
posted on 07.07.09 by chris



What a visual treat! I hope we get to see more of this. John Altobello
posted on 07.07.09 by John Altobello



I honestly had never thought of making such a collage, and I am wishing I'd have done that with my own travels. So first of all that is inspirational - and I will encourage my kids to also do so as we travel. I love how everyday things can be made into art, and even better yet made into a tangible memory. I love looking at your collages Elatia, as I have had the great opportunity to do so. Looking at them give me a taste of the adventure, and of course just adds more to do on the "places to go & things to do" list.

In a word - Beautiful.
posted on 07.07.09 by Connie K



I like the ease and nonchalance I sense in these pieces -- comfort with the medium combined with a sparkle of energy. Nice, Elatia.
posted on 07.07.09 by Sally Reed



Elatia's pages would be great murals or public art, a synthesis of place, pleasure, beauty, food and personality. More please soon! Holly
posted on 07.07.09 by Holly Alderman



ElatiaYes truly inspirational visual treat !!!
and a great memo jolter...... mica
posted on 07.07.09 by mica hubertus mick



Beautiful! So many places and evocative images across two pages. They inspired me to dip into watercolors again.
posted on 07.07.09 by Louise Gordon



beautiful palimpsests of travel ephemera...like memory, one layer obscures another littered with fragmented, fleeting moments and partial atmospheres torn from public places. Beautifully constructed, evocative with a keen sensitivity to 'place'. More!
posted on 07.07.09 by Kim Cascone



Fascinating! Makes me regret all the receipts and tickets I've thrown away over the years.
posted on 07.07.09 by otro67@yahoo.com



Elatia's scrapbook entries go way beyond the odds and ends she collected. With her deft touch they become significant works of art. They are a pleasure to regard!
posted on 07.07.09 by Amy Arutt



Oh, It's summer and I so wish I were going somewhere beautiful and mystical. Obviously, Elatia has. I envy and admire the adventure and results. Absolutely beautiful.
posted on 07.07.09 by Harriet



Lovely.....I want to see more!
posted on 07.07.09 by Daniele



Elatia, your images are stunning. They have the power to literally move you, transport you, to other places, sounds and sights. More!!!
posted on 07.08.09 by Danny Aronson



What lovely examples of a nearly lost art. Thanks, Jessica.
posted on 07.08.09 by Abbas Raza



These images are amazing and inspiring on so many levels. You are a truly gifted artist!
posted on 07.08.09 by Jeanine



Elatia's collages are the ideal vehicle for her wonderfully complex and recombinant mind. I can't wait for the book.
posted on 07.09.09 by Bob













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