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Dashboard Paradise

Inspired by MKFlood and John Kotolac

8 total reviews 
Comment from cleo85


This is an interesting and unusual creation. Mark and John will be proud of you. I am sure it feeds nicely into their contest. The decorative flower arrangements are appealing. The mirror decor is funny and attractive. Your mixed media is imaginative and fanciful. The colors are pleasant. The mixed media creation well composed, but I think the framing is a tad too tight.

 Comment Written 03-Aug-2020


reply by the author on 03-Aug-2020
    Hi Cleo, I am so glad that I was allowed to join in and create something for their creativity game. I was absolutely thrilled to get a six from John and a Five from Mark who clapped at my presentation. I'm also thrilled to receive a wonderful review from you as well! Thank you for the awesome review! I agree that I should have had a little more space on the sides. I guess I did cramp it a little. Definitely will be aware of that next time! So glad you enjoyed this! Your review left me smiling! I know that Mark was hoping you might join in. I know I'd love to see what you'd create....but don't let me tell you what to do! I'm just a fan who loves to see your work! :o) :o) :o) Nancy
reply by cleo85 on 03-Aug-2020
    You're very welcome! :o)
    I like their games, but have just not the time to jump in right now. I know they will continue those challenges, so I will jump into one in the future.
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2020
    I can understand that! I will definitely look forward to the next challenge you take part in. :o)
reply by cleo85 on 04-Aug-2020
    ~ C. :o)!
Comment from John Kotalac


I love it . Way to go outside the box. It is a very fun look and I enjoy it very much. Everyone has their own ideas when it comes to the creative game and everyone of them are unique. That's what I like about it . Beautiful image and great work. I am working on mine right now. Thanks for sharing and I am very happy that you joined the game. John

 Comment Written 03-Aug-2020


reply by the author on 03-Aug-2020
    Hi John, WOW!!!! I couldn't have gotten a nicer review! You just sent me to Cloud 9 !!!! :o) Love the game you and Mark have going on and the way it inspired me! You guys gave me a way to express in a way I wouldn't have gone on my own. It's always fun to find new ways of being creative. I once wrote a poem called "Ten Poets on a Mountain" (I'm on FanStory as well) It so relates to the game you and Mark have going on. Each poet relates to the same mountain differently in what their mind's eye sees, but each sees something beautiful. What I love about your creative game is, not only participating, but seeing what you create. It's fun to explore what other's do with the same theme. I've already seen what Mark created and love it! I can't wait to see what you come up with! Any time you throw a creative idea out there let me know! I love stretching my wings and your game is a great way to do it! Thank you so much John, for the super wonderful review!!!! Stay SAFE and HEALTHY :o) Nancy
Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan


Wow! Super idea. Super creation! Imaginative presentation. Impressive mixed media rendition.
Interesting modification.
Great lighting & framing. Thanks for sharing!

 Comment Written 03-Aug-2020


reply by the author on 05-Aug-2020
    Hi Seshadri, The idea that created this cane from MKFlood and John Kotalac. They have a creativity game they play with a subject in mind to see if the other can create something to fit it. The idea for this subject was "Paradise by Dashboard Light". I asked Mark if I could join in and he sais yes. This was the image I created for that subject. I'm so glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for the great review! :o) Nancy
reply by seshadri_sreenivasan on 05-Aug-2020
    Cool creation indeed! Fine effort!
Comment from MKFlood


So very cool and colorful. The depth is great. The blend of the images is great. The details is great. The blend of the colors is great. The creation is balance and eye appealing to the viewer. Creative and awesome work overall (clapping) glad you joined us. Wink

 Comment Written 03-Aug-2020


reply by the author on 03-Aug-2020
    Hi Mark, The first thing I want to say is thank you for letting me be a part of the creativity game you and John came up with. I had so much fun in the creation of my image. You guys made me reach out and stretch my wings of creativity. I never would have created anything like this it t weren't for the two of you! :o) I'd also like to thank you for telling John I created something for your creativity game. He blessed my work with a six! Knowing you were clapping for my image meant a LOT! I was thrilled you guys liked what I did! Both yours and John's review meant a great deal to me! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I'm open anytime to be a part of your wonderful game! :o) :o) :o) Nancy
reply by MKFlood on 03-Aug-2020
    come to think of it i havent seen johns post..guess i need to tease him some more..wink wink..glad ya had fun and ill keep on the loop for the next one..soon as john gets to moving on that last one..lol..oh im gonna have some fun with him..evil grin
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2020
    John told me he's still working on his image.I can only imagine the fun of teasing him you'll have! The thought of that has me smiling already! I can picture the evil grin! :o)
reply by MKFlood on 03-Aug-2020
    He is cool..he tolerates me..wink
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2020
    He knows a friend when he sees one! :o)
Comment from Barbara L.


This is a beautiful and fun creative image! You did a great job with the sunset through the window and reflecting on the dashboard. I especially like the bird hanging from the window and the flowers on the steering wheel.

 Comment Written 02-Aug-2020


reply by the author on 04-Aug-2020
    Hi Barbara, Thank you so much for the lovely review! Glad you like my parrot on his little swing. I thought it added a nice touch. Glad you thought so to! :o) Nancy
Comment from nikman


Never scene a car interior like this one before! Looks like a good shot to compare with theirs. Wonder what it would be like to drive? Exposure and sharpness are good. Nicely taken!

 Comment Written 02-Aug-2020


reply by the author on 04-Aug-2020
    Hi Nik, it was MKFlood and John Kotalc that came up with the idea. This was my version of "Paradise by Dashboard Light". I enjoyed creating this and am glad you liked it. If you drove this hopefully the flowers would not be in your way! LOL Thanks for the Great Review! :o) Nancy
reply by nikman on 05-Aug-2020
    Thanks!
Comment from Malmax


Oh wow Nancy, This is really creative...it makes me think of the song by Meatloaf...
Paradise by the Dashboard Light. A little play on words.
Anyway, do you recall it?
It's about a couple who reminisce about when they were younger, and think about having sex in the car.
To make a long story short,
The man agrees to please her even though he is not sure he wants a commitment.
She demands it! He eventually gives in and ultimately regrets his life, as the song goes...he is praying for the end of time. So he can end his time with her. This is really sad. (the story about the song and not your work).
He never realized that if he would've told her the truth...
that she may not have freaked out. But respected it and realized he was only horny in the car..but you know men....They are hesitant to talk to us and that is not their fault..They are biologically wired that way.
Wait, I'll take that back, there
are a few men who mislead
women but the percentage is very few. Most men I know are very good guys and would never deceive someone intentionally. I am speaking from experience because I have a lot of friends like that..who are great guys. They know that I myself was hurt about 10 years ago from someone who
manipulated the shit out of me. I learned so much from that experience. Anyway I am
getting off track, sorry. TMI
I really love the creativity you put into this work. It is beautiful. Throughly inspired by some fabulous artists.
Malmax

 Comment Written 02-Aug-2020


reply by the author on 02-Aug-2020
    Hi Marsha, I know the group Meatloaf but I'm not familiar with the song. It definitely sounds like a sad song. I'm glad my image was a little brighter than the song and impressed you so much! I'm thrilled you felt I did good job creating it! I am so honored by the incredible six star rating! Thank you SO VERY MUCH! :o) Nancy
reply by Malmax on 02-Aug-2020
    Your welcome
reply by Malmax on 02-Aug-2020
    It reminded me of when I was young and my brother and I did a Vocal duet to it...I still remember the lyrics.
reply by the author on 02-Aug-2020
    Very Cool! I'm glad something I created reminded you of a moment shared with your brother, but only if it touched you in a happy way! It must have been special for you to bless me with one of your sixes! :o) :o)
reply by Malmax on 02-Aug-2020
    Of course it reminded me of a happy moment....
    What else could it possibly
    Remind me of?
    You deserve it Nancy!
    The work is great!
Comment from alaskapat


Wow! What a creative idea and I like the way you , John and Mark got together ! This is an awesome show of Paradise by Dashboard, you truly brought paradise into this car! Love your idea, the flowers and the bird . Love the sunset out the windshield too! This is awesome Nancy! Well created and presented!

 Comment Written 02-Aug-2020


reply by the author on 02-Aug-2020
    Hi Pat, YOU so made me smile!!!! I hope Mark and John are as enthusiastic as yo when they see this! Thank you for the super review, it means a great deal to me coming from you! I'm so glad you enjoyed this! :o) Stay well My Friend!