Nice Threads
by Brian Tada
Title
Nice Threads
Artist
Brian Tada
Medium
Photograph - Digital Photo Of Still Life
Description
Finalist, 2021 Fine Art America Billboard Contest, 107 household votes, from voters in 15 nations.
To God be the glory! THANK YOU to all who prayed and voted!
This artwork is dedicated in loving memory of Precious Mother Cheryl, whose classic spools of thread appear in this still life portrait.
Art revealed in life's "surprises" :: OK, I've got a confession to make. I accidentally knocked over Mom's sewing kit, scattering dozens of colorful spools of thread, sewing needles and pins all over the carpet.
Before feelings of dismay set in, I felt a Holy Spirit nudge:: Make art out of it.
I carefully gathered the items together into this photographic mosaic - Voila!
This reminds me of Corrie Ten Boom showing the backside of an embroidered piece of cloth with its tangled threads, then turning it over to reveal the exquisitely woven image of a beautiful crown.
So it is when we submit our lives to God's unfailing love. Our loving Heavenly Father turns life's mishaps and mess-ups into testimonies of lasting beauty and elegance that give Him honor and glory when we trust Him completely.
1 Thessalonians 5:18 says it best:: "In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you." (KJV).
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11.07.2019:: A huge THANK YOU to my precious customer from Jacksonville, Florida, for your kind purchase of a greeting card featuring my precious Mother Cheryl’s “Nice Threads”. I pray God's healing power goes with this card you are sending to your loved one recovering from cancer... I'm choking up in tears... My prayer is:: May your friend feel better and get well soon. In Yeshua Jesus' healing name. Amen. God bless you abundantly!
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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC YOUR SHOT
Giving glory to God that "Nice Threads" received the following recognitions:
* 07.12.2019:: Editor's Favorite, NGYS. Favorited by Kristen McNicholas, Your Shot Editor, National Geographic
* 07.17.2019:: Editor's Favorite, NGYS. Favorited by Christina Shorter, Community Manager and Your Shot Editor, National Geographic
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Grateful to God this image won the following contest awards on Fine Art America::
1st Place (tie) in the "Colorful 2016" contest, 08.15.16. Thank you to contest host Liana Spinner and to all who voted. God's blessings!
1st Place in the "Sewing and Needle Craft" contest sponsored by the Weekly Photography Challenge Group, 02.23.19. Thank you to contest host Sharon Popek and to all who voted. God bless you!
2nd Place in the "Fabric or Textile Art ~ any style-genre" contest, 05.18.16. Thank you to Brooks Garten Hauschild for hosting this contest and to all who voted. God bless you!
2nd Place in the "Home Decor or Wearable Merchandise - Designs with a Pattern" contest, 02.01.17. Thank you to Brooks Garten Hauschild for hosting this contest and to all who voted. God bless you!
2nd Place in the "Colour Festival Contest" sponsored by the ARTIST SALON 1 group, 03.27.17. Thank you to Nermine Hanna for hosting the contest and to all who voted. God bless you!
2nd Place in the "Beauty of the Banal (The Everyday Made Extraordinary)" contest, 01.15.19. Thank you to Vanessa Ilott for hosting the contest and to all who voted. God bless you!
2nd Place in the "True Colors" contest, 04.01.20. Thank you to Sage Photography for hosting the contest and to those who voted. God bless you!
2nd Place (tie) in the "Your Best Work" contest, 09.10.21. Thank you to Barroa Artworks for hosting the contest and to those who voted. God bless you!
2nd Place (tie) in the "Still Life" contest, 06.11.22. Thank you to Nader Rangidan for hosting the contest and to those who voted. God bless you!
Grateful to God and thankful to the administrators for featuring this image on the home pages of the Fine Art America groups:
* STILL LIFE FINE ART, 08.14.15
* PATTERNS, 08.24.15
* COLOR WONDERFUL PHOTOGRAPHY GROUP, 09.13.15
* FAA COLLECTORS GROUP, 09.15.15
* IMAGES THAT EXCITE YOU, 05.19.16
* PREMIUM FAA ARTISTS, 05.26.16
* THE PHOTOGRAPHERS CAFE, 06.07.16
* 500 VIEWS SHARE GROUP, 08.13.16
* 500 VIEWS - 1 IMAGE A DAY, 08.13.16
* DIGITAL ANIMAL, 08.23.16
* CHRISTIAN THEME ARTWORK GROUP, 08.26.16
* 1 WEEKLY - ALL STARS, 08.28.16
* ALL ART WELCOME, 09.02.16
* 10 PLUS, 09.05.16
* GREETING CARDS FOR ALL OCCASIONS, 10.31.16
* ARTISTS' CARDS - FINE ART GREETING CARDS, 11.03.16
* PAINTS AND ART PHOTOGRAPHY, 11.17.16
* BEAUTY IN ART - 1 PER DAY, 11.17.16
* ARTS FANTASTIC WORLD, 11.17.16
* 1000 VIEWS ON 1 IMAGE, 11.20.16
* ART - IT IS GOOD FOR YOU, 03.04.17
* STILL LIFE FINE ART (2nd time being featured), 12.05.18
* 3,000 VIEWS 1 PER DAY, 04.02.20
* WISCONSIN FLOWERS AND SCENERY, 08.08.21
* FINE ART AMERICA PROFESSIONALS, 08.10.21
* 100 FAVORITE, 08.10.21
* DAILY PROMOTION, 08.11.21
* DIGITAL ART AND PHOTOGRAPHY FOR A SIMPLE IMAGINATION, 08.12.21
* ARTIST SALON 1, 08.13.21
* BRIGHT FLUORESCENT ARTWORKS, 08.13.21
* YOUR STORY OF ART, 08.13.21
* MIND BLOWING PHOTOGRAPHY, 08.16.21
* YOUR VERY BEST PHOTOGRAPHY, 08.16.21
* THE TOP 50 FEATURES, 08.16.21
* THE WORLD WE SEE, 08.21.21
* COLLECTORS GALLERY, 08.29.21
* HODGE PODGE, 08.31.21
* EMOTIVE ART, 09.10.21
* PRAISING GOD, 09.16.21
* CAMERA ART, 10.12.21
* JUST PERFECT, 10.15.21
* COLLECTORS GALLERY, 03.23.22
* OVER 5,000 VIEWS, 05.16.22
12.17.18 SPECIAL FEATURE:: Weekly Theme Image, "M is for Many", home page, ABC Group on Fine Art America. Thank-you to Pamela Briggs-Luther, group host, for selecting this image for the theme topic. Greatly appreciate your support. GOD bless you!
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Artwork notes:
This photo was taken with natural sunlight coming through the windows. It would make a warm and cheerful wall hanging for your home, office or business (such as a textile, notion and/or sewing room or store), and as an ideal gift for the artist or sewing enthusiast in the family.
I ordered a large-size tote bag from Fine Art America with this image, and am very pleased with the way the colors and details printed. The quality and workmanship are excellent, featuring very durable material. When I go shopping, it is so cool to receive kind remarks from cashiers who love the design!
This image and all others in my portfolio come with a 30-day money-back guarantee on the purchase price through Fine Art America which uses museum-quality materials to produce your art purchases. Worldwide shipping is available. Thank you for your support and for visiting my gallery. God bless you!
Scripture is taken from the King James Version (KJV).
Photo copyright © 2015 Brian Tada. To the glory of God. All rights reserved. Duplication, photographing, downloading, altering or distributing this image is prohibited.
Thank you for visiting my art gallery! As this is part of my livelihood, the honor of your purchase would be appreciated to help support my work in fine art still life photography. Thank you very much. God bless you.
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Comments (415)
Lingfai Leung
Beautiful Collection of Colorful threads. Voted in Artworks Containing Letter E Contest. Good Luck
Greta Corens
An iconic image! A Finalist in the Billboard contest in 2021. So pure and creative, with genuine loveliness. Congratulations, Brian. L/F
Brian Tada replied:
Thank you very much, Greta! This image is dedicated in loving memory of Mother Cheryl.
Mick Anderson
What a great image of thread!! All the colors... and I can imagine countless projects these can be used for!! :) f/l
Brian Tada replied:
Thank you very much, Mick! My precious Mom did great work in her sewing projects and taught me to sew as well.
Kiruthika S
Outstanding still life Brian...with full of colors and joy... Congrats on your selection as Artist of the week in the Art workshop group l/f
Tina M Powell
Brian revisit. always one of my favorite! Gorgeous colors, pov and composition as always! L/F
Mary Deal
This is such a fun image. I love to sew but don't have time to do much. Still, when I see vibrant images such as this, it makes me feel happy about sewing. You've captured the colors magnificently. No wonder it became a Finalist in the Fine Art America Contest.
Sarah Irland
Congratulations, Brian, on your Win in the Still Life Contest for this beautiful photograph! One of my favorites!
Diann Fisher
I love this image, Brian! Congrats on surpassing the 5000 view mark and your feature! (lf) God Bless!
Robyn King
Congratulations your amazing artwork is being featured in Over 5000 Views:-) Please take a moment to add your beautiful art to our archives in the message area and have a wonderful day!
Brian Tada replied:
Robyn, thank you so much for the honor of a feature in your stellar group on Fine Art America! Truly appreciate your dedication and all you do as our group host extraordinaire. God bless you!
Andreas Thust
Brian, this outstanding photo is definitely one of my personal all-time favorites here on FAA. It is always a big delight for me to watch it. My fascination is not only due to its visual appeal in all respects but also due to its inherent peacefulness and balance. A true work of art that will never go out of fashion and will delight people for all time! L/F
Brian Tada replied:
Andreas, my heart-felt gratitude for such an amazing and beautiful compliment in this image honoring the memory of my dear Mother Cheryl. Thank you so much. God bless you!
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