GIVEAWAY!!!

Thursday, July 9, 2009

***This Giveaway is Closed***

I'm so excited that it's GIVEAWAY DAY! I think I may be even more excited that you. I stumbled upon the etsy shop of Tim Iriving (opart) and I instantly fell in love with his photographs and his blog...and the fact that he's an English artist living in Spain...I'm sorry, doesn't that just sound so incredibly romantic? Anyway, I contacted him and asked if he would be willing to give one of his wonderful prints away to one of my readers. He kindly agreed. In fact, the winner will be able to choose any print from his shop.

Here are a few samples of his work:

The Bold...






And The Beautiful....



So down to the nitty gritty - what do you need to do to enter? Post a comment below (and make sure I can reach you by email somehow if you're the winner).

Interested in extra credit? Publish a post on your blog linking back to either this post or ANY OF MY POSTS that interest you, and then come back and leave a comment telling me you did that. You'll then be entered again to win.

I'll choose the winner randomly and announce the winner on Wednesday of next week.

Good luck!

176 Suburbanites Said:

Nicole A. said...

Those are awesome! I absolutely LOVE the colors! I love love love the first 3!

GINNA said...

Ooohhh I love the picture of the cherries all in a row and also the cherry or apple tree in bloom. Just beautiful! Off to put your giveaway on my blog.

GINNA said...

Just finished adding your great giveaway on my blog! http://modestgalcreations.blogspot.com/

Darija said...

What a great giveaway! I love the blue-green tones in all the pictures and the way they make me feel nostalgic.

Beckie said...

I love his photography! He's very talented!
Speaking of talented.....so are you!
Thanks for posting your clever ideas and tutorials.

Jen@FIRR-Kids! said...

If the winning is easy, the choosing will be hard. I love Carousel 1970 and Wilting Poppies.

firrkids(at)gmail.com

Unknown said...

I wish I could win all of them! Choosing is going to be so hard!

Kelly said...

I would love to have one of those in my home!

Anonymous said...

These are all so beautiful. What a great giveaway.

Adrienne said...

the cherries are my favorite... cool stuff!

truly blessed said...

What fabulous work and a fabulous giveaway!!! My photo blog is private, so I don't guess it'd help at all to post on it about this. Only about 3 people would see it. :) So...one shot is better than no shot, right?!

Beth said...

What a fabulous giveaway! These are so beautiful. Thanks for the chance to win. Loove your blog.

Anonymous said...

If I won, I would definitely have a hard time choosing! Thanks for coordinating the giveaway!

Jenelle at This Lady Blogs

http://jadeinmywindow.wordpress.com

~Kristen~ said...

Thank you for intoducing us to his site! His work is amazing!!! I will go blog about this now and come back shortly! :-)

Amanda @ Serenity Now said...

OOooh--AnNicole, this is a great giveaway. I've seen his work before, and he is so talented! Thanks for hosting such a fab giveaway. :)

~Kristen~ said...

I just blogged about it!!! :-)

http://scrapbliss.blogspot.com/2009/07/beautiful-bag-giveaway.html

Allison said...

Those are beautiful pictures

Julie said...

Love the poppy!

Emily Ann said...

I have been looking for the perfect print to put above my entryway table. I think the one of the blooming tree would be perfect! Thanks for the chance to win! emily.sappenfield@gmail.com

Melanie said...

I don't remember how I came across your blog, but thank you for all the sharing your talents and inspiration. Those photos are beautiful! I love the vintage look they have to them!

Sue said...

This guy is GOOD! Isn't it just awesome how we find people and things on the web? Thanks for the opportunity to win something so very nice, Annicole.
:-) Sue

Jena @ Involving Color and Home said...

I just bought a new house and am in desperate need of some good artwork for the kitchen. So many of these prints would look perfect!

Lynette said...

Love the 4 cherries against the blue - so pretty!! Glad I found your blog - thanks for doing this - off to go exploring in his shop!

Happy Thursday -

Tiffany said...

Oh! How wonderful! Having real art in my home is a dream of mine, but just a dream at this point, because it is such a luxury! This would be so tremendous, and my dining room is BEGGING for a beautiful piece to inspire us and our guests when we dine!

Christy said...

EEEK! I MUST have the cherries print! I have an apothecary jar in my kitchen filled with red cherries that I found at Target. LOVE his work!

candcpixley@verizon.net

Hayley said...

Love the Poppies! One of my favs :)

Anonymous said...

Wow I would love to win one of these. He is so talented!!!

-Bethany

blw_22@yahoo.com

the undomesticated wife said...

Those cherries are beautiful!

Brei said...

love his work!

Michelle said...

oooh these are beautiful :-)

mfinn126 {at} gmail {dot} com

Marie said...

Hello AnNicole - what a fabulous giveaway! I have seen Tim's work before and love it. Thank you for the chance to win one of his creations!

Blessings,
Marie
http://emmacallsmemama.com

~Allie~ said...

I would love the cherry print! great giveaway! thanks for including me!

Frugal Jen said...

Beautiful photographs! What a great giveaway.

Amy said...

I am currently in love with all things poppy. So you had me at the first one. Beautiful.

pezhead33@msn.com

Trish @TheOldPostRoad said...

I like the birds on a wire! Please enter me! Thanks!

Anonymous said...

whooaa a giveaway! Enter me please!

Its So Very Cheri said...

Thanks for the opportunity-LOVE his work as well.

Cheri
www.itssoverycheri.blogspot.com
I have a JULY GIVE AWAY going on as well
come by

Its So Very Cheri said...

I will post about your give away

KeriAnne said...

Beautiful prints! Please enter me.

And I posted about your giveaway on my blog

www.craftedbydesign.blogspot.com

Wall Appeals said...

Beautiful!

Anonymous said...

Just gorgeous! Congrats on the 100th post!
vmarquez@eigfw.com

Laura Short said...

What a talented photographer! What gorgeous, tactile photos! Even if I don't win, I'll be back to his site, to purchase one or two for my home...

I would love to link you to my blog, but, unfortunately, I don't have a decorating blog...I write about other things. I've read everything you've written and I must say, I am intrigued by how you've painted your laminate countertops... I am passing that along to my Daughter. We're gonna give that a try! Thanks!

Rebekah said...

Lovely photographs! I'd love to win!

Tina said...

I can't decide between the last three...

Kara said...

Great give away! I would pick the print of the pink car. It would be perfect in my bedroom.

Wade & Melissa said...

Ooh I wish I could win all of them. What an eye he has!

Missy in Texas said...

Wow, his work is beautiful.

Holly Blocker said...

Love, Love, Love this giveaway!!! It would be really hard to pic a fave but I must say the popular cherries photo is calling my name! Off to put your blog on mine ;)

Shari said...

Bold prints of bold flowers speak to me....Thanks to you both for the giveaway.

Tricia said...

Hi AnNicole.
What a great give a way! I will definetly be linking to ya'.
I love the birds on the telephone lines.
*Tricia

amylouwhosews said...

WOW. I think I'll have a hard time choosing! Those are amazing! I love the antiqued look. Thanks for sharing!!

Mandy said...

I love them! I especially love the birds on the wires...it would look great in my living room or at the bottom of our stairs in our entryway.
amandajoy@gmail.com

Linds said...

:) Lindsay P loves this giveaway!
jazmai@yahoo.com

fourkidsmom said...

Please enter me. I love those prints. Any of them!
tbrown@barlingar.com

House of Smiths said...

YES PLEASE! I love all these prints. What an amazing talent!
Shelley

Jessica said...

I LOVE his photographs!

samantha said...

Wow these are great. What a great giveaway. millerj94@hotmail.com

Unknown said...

Tim's art is fantastic. This is a great opportunity. Thank you so much.
cahhdj@centurytel.net

Charla

Alyssa said...

Thank you for the opportunity to win one of these prints! They're fabulous.

the BLAH BLAH BLAHger said...

So purty! Me likey!

Sarah said...

beautiful pictures!

Mimi said...

Wonderful photos!!! I will be back with the link on my blog!

Mimi said...

I put the link back to this giveaway on my sidebar:

http://roseyjewelsboutique.blogspot.com/

Christina said...

Beautiful photos! Wow, thanks for showing us his work. I would love to win a print.

Enjoy your blog!

Anonymous said...

I love his work!

katherinhanson@live.com

Amanda said...

Beautiful work - thanks for sharing.

Joy said...

What a talented guy! I'd love to win!

Anonymous said...

Gorgeous photos. I just have to say that I love your blog - check it every day.

cheers,
Blueberry
bristolbayfield@gmail.com

Tia said...

Those are AMAZING!!!!! I would love to own any one of those. Thank you and thanks to the artist for sharing this wonderful eye candy with us! I'll keep my fingers crossed.

Tara said...

Ooh, I would love to win one of his photos. I think my guest bedroom hopes that I would win too!

Thanks for the contest!

Kristi said...

So beautiful!

*******chocolatecanary********* said...

Absolutely Stunning!!!

B and J said...

Absolutly Amazing! I have a perfect place for any one of them in my living room!
Love, love, love your blog, I read it everyday, thanks for sharing all your great ideas!

Gwen said...

He does beautiful work! I want to live in Spain...

Mandi @ Sweetly Home said...

Oh my gosh, that cherry print is wonderful!

Kimba said...

What a great giveaway! I've seen his work on etsy before and I love the poppy!

Carol said...

What a neat giveaway, I love his art!

Carol said...

I'll post your giveaway on my blog!

Kaizen Fashion Project said...

They are all stunning! It would be hard to choose just one...xoxo

heatheranne99 at hotmail dot com

Stephanie said...

His prints are amazing! I would love to win some new decor for my blank apartment walls :(

Laurel @ Ducks in a Row said...

These are awesome - sign me up for sure.

Stephanie said...

http://youngandfreedc.blogspot.com/2009/07/giveaways-of-day-for-7092009.html

blogged you too :)

{Bellamere Cottage} said...

Oh my gosh......isn't that an exciting giveaway! I'd love to be the happy gal yelling YIPPEEE!

Blessings,
Spencer

Anonymous said...

Wow Would love to be entered!! Congrats on your blog! Keep up the great work!!

Emily said...

I LOVE the cherries one! It would work perfectly in our newly decorated bedroom!

Lynette said...

Love the vintage look of these photos! Pick me! Pick me!! Lynette

caylor@daktel.com

rachel blazer said...

i have just the place for... all of them! MY HOUSE! love them, and i really enjoy your blog!
rachelblazer@hotmail.com

Kasey said...

His photography is beautiful!

Stephanie said...

Love his photos! Wouldn't I love to be the winner? Go me!

Anonymous said...

I so saved him as a fave in my Etsy account. Gorgeous!

squareby said...

wow, i love his photos. they're practically meant for me. vintage-y, bluesy-green skies, and square prints! amazing.

cherry said...

I must have that cherry print.....with my name and everything.....gorgeous work. cherry

Megan @ Megity's Handmade said...

Just love that cherry print!

Shellee said...

thanks for the great giveaway!!

Dodi said...

I kid you not, I saw his site last week browsing Etsy! Isn't he wonderful???

I'd love to enter the giveaway!
dodi dot morrison at comcast dot net

Lisa said...

Oh these are amazing!!! Thanks for offering a great giveaway!!
Hugs, Lisa
pupylov(at)gmail(dot)com

Yansy said...

What an amazing giveaway. I also love his work and I'm really hoping to win. Thank you for this opportunity.

Catharine said...

OMG!!! What an awesome giveaway...The cherries are my Favorite...thanks for the opportunity..

Michelle said...

I just adore his sense of color - it has a timeless quality that makes me swoon!

Anonymous said...

good choice, relaxing and inspiring photos.
meriniugini@yahoo.com

Mermaid2x said...

Lovely photography. he really has an eye for beauty, doesn't he! Thanks for the chance to win something I will treasure.

espressogurl at hotmail dot com

Josephine Tale Peddler said...

Hello. I have recently discovered your Blog. Please allow me to throw my hat in the ring for your give-away. Nice to meet you! xx

Anonymous said...

Amazing. {fingers crossed}

***LIZ*** said...

I love those prints, and all so affordable. I want to order one of every thing.

kahlanne said...

Wow those are terrific! I would love to win one. Thanks for the chance.

samantha said...

Just wanted to let you know I posted a link on my blog. This man is amazing and I loved everyone of his prints. You can't beat his prices. Thanks again for sharing him.

Jane Anne said...

I love the cherry print... and the tree print... and really, I love them all. I just came over from Samantha's blog. Thanks for the chance to win!

Anonymous said...

Just ran across your blog today, and I love it! Can't wait to browse your archives...

And yes, the prints are gorgeous! :)

Sarah (dosgardenias23@yahoo.com)

Anonymous said...

just came across your blog today, thru a friends blog, love love love your decorating ideas! so shabby chic! thanks for the giveaway, prints are gorgeous~
Erika (headyem@yahoo.com)

SunnySusan said...

I just love his prints.....thanks

Lindsay said...

Wow, i love the blue in the prints! Beautiful

Lindsay said...

http://giveawaysentries.blogspot.com/
bloggged about it

sierrasmommy said...

I just stumbled across your blog and am already in love with it. So many great ideas!! I love those prints too.

janansierra@gmail.com

Piebird said...

I LOVE the washed-out light, and beautiful colors in these prints! Would love to win! Thank you!

Anonymous said...

I love your kitchen re-do and actually painted mine the same color! I find you very inspiring.

Thanks...

bethmcfarland@hotmail.com

Victoria said...

Beautiful pieces!!! Sign me up. :)

Sharla Stockwell said...

What wonderful work - love these! Congrats to the lucky winner!!

J.J. said...

beautiful!!!! Just beautiful!

SoBella Creations said...

I love the French Landscape with Poppies and the Ocean Art. Beautiful Etsy Shop!

Partyof9 said...

The photography is amazing. I love the cherries!

:)
SCmama1971@yahoo.com

Karla said...

Gorgeous!! Great giveaway! :)

~Karla @ It's The Little Things...

Dani said...

The pictures are beautiful. I would be honored to hang one of these in my home.

Anonymous said...

I love the pictures. Only problem would be that I can't choose only one!
-Emily
marksgirl04@gmail.com

The Amusing Redhead said...

I love the birds on a wire. I enjoy reading you blog, thanks for sharing :-)

Kari

Nicki said...

They are gorgeous! I love them all.
Thank you for such a great giveaway!

Three Men and a Little Crazy said...

I love your blog and I LOVE this giveaway! This artist is soooo talented! Thanks for the opportunity to own his work.

Holly said...

I love the vintage-y feel. Thanks for the giveaway!

Laura said...

Congrats on your 100th post! I'm excited about the giveaway. Hope I win!!!

Unknown said...

I would love to win one of these amazing Photographs! They are so beautifully composed. He is so talented!

Erin said...

I always cherish your blog entries...this is too exciting for words. :)

Cheers~
e

ebilli9672 at sullivan dot edu

Kristin - The Goat said...

Oh I love Tim Irving's photography. LOVE IT! I saw your giveaway posted on my friend Trisha's blog. She said that your blog was a lot of fun to read - and I'd have to agree...I've only spent the last 30 minutes here :)

Congrats on your 100th!!!!
Kristin- Kirby3131@gmail(dot)com

Jen said...

Gorgeous art. Thanks for the chance to win & congrats on 100 posts!

Julia said...

I've liked Tim's work for a long time. I don't know which I'd pick!

Jan D-M said...
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Jan said...

Dang it! Had to delete my comment because I did it wrong! Anyway, thank you for this giveaway. I love these gorgeous prints.

Jan said...

BTW, I posted a link to this giveaway on one of my blogs.

Anonymous said...

Awesome giveaway! Please enter me! Thank you

Angelica
jwin03@yahoo.com

Manning said...

Yeah giveaway post! I love it! I love popping over to your blog to checkout your home improvements. Wish I had the talent and guts to tryout your projects!

Anonymous said...

Absolutely beautiful!!! Anyone would be so lucky to have such beautiful works in there home! sandl005@yahoo.com

Anonymous said...

thanks for introducing us to such a talented artist. would love to place a print in our home. jonnbek@hotmail.com

Ashley @ AshleysBusy said...

yay, i love a giveaway, i hope i win!

Anonymous said...

I would love to win!

Romana said...

That is one giveaway hard to ignore!
Romana

Annie said...

What an interesting Giveaway. Please count me in.

Heather said...
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Julia @ Hooked on Houses said...

What a great giveaway. They're all gorgeous! Really love the flower at the top, though. Oh, and the cherries. Those are probably my favorite. When I win I think I'll choose them. :-)

Heather said...

First time visiting the site, and I am totally impressed. Will definitely be back again! The prints are beautiful and I have a bare bedroom wall that needs a little boost. ;) heather.me.macdonald@gmail.com

Kris said...

I love his prints and I'm dying to get the one with the Cherries. If I don't win the drawing I've tagged his site and will definitely buy one when I can. Please enter my name in the drawing. Thanks and love the site!! Kris (kkrivas@yahoo.com)

Anonymous said...

Holy schmoly, those prints are wonderful! He must be in agony...having to live in Spain and all (snort). Please sign me up! sarahmillsster@gmail.com

Carolyn @ My Backyard Eden said...

How fun! Congratulations on your 100 post! I'd love to sign up for a chance to win!

Anonymous said...

I love love those prints!! Count me in for a chance to win one of them!

Anonymous said...

His photography is amazing! You are as well...I love your blog..Crystal (yellowcolumbia@yahoo.com)

Anonymous said...

Three words......love, love, love!! stephanie.sanders@cemex.com

Cindy Ericsson said...

Mmmmmm...I love his art! I'm looking for something(s) wonderful to hang over my bed.
Cindy ericssonATchristianlivingDOTnet

Angie said...

Gorgeous pcitures!
Angie
shopaholic0603@hotmail.com

Laura said...

I love the cherries, and the tree pictures. Beautiful!

Scooper said...

Gorgeous! I love artsy photography.

Sally said...

Gorgeous prints! Thanks for the chance.
sally.belflower@yahoo.com

Sandy said...

I love to visit and see what you're up to. I love the cherries and scared of all the birds overhead
Sandy

Kasey at Thrifty Little Blog said...

Very beautiful. I'd love to win.

Unknown said...

I love the picture of the cherries! So gorgeous. -e

Community for Coaches said...

What a great giveaway! I love reading your blog because it comforts me to know that there are others who obsess over their houses as much as I do! ericakrzykowski@gmail.com

Anonymous said...

i love the metro....oh so muchof paris...

Cathy said...

These are so beautiful. Thanks for sharing. I'm in need of some "art" so it's given me a new place to look.

Unknown said...

these are gorgeous. i love them! Thanks for sharing.

Leslie said...

Love these! And your blog!

lesliecheesman@gmail.com

Terry said...

I love them all - what a great "feel" they all have!

kristenly said...

i would love to win. his prints are beautiful!

Tracy Williams said...

What amazing work! I would love to win one of his prints! :)

B. Redd said...

I had discovered his work and excited you are having a contest. Thanks for the opportunity.
areddinc@juno.com

elmaelsiena said...

love the giveaway!! Please put my name in:) Elma2179@yahoo.com

Sheila said...

What a grand find!! It is refreshing to see this kind of work!

Please enter me in the give away! Contact information is shegeorge04@yahoo.com.

Thanks

Fawn said...

Such inspiring pictures! Stumbled onto your blog... I'm enjoying it :)

Kasey said...

Gorgeous pics! I just found your blog and am loving it. Your door looks great! Thanks for the chance to win.
~Kasey
kaseytschepen@yahoo.com

Sunshine and smiles said...

Love those photos! I will have to order one if I don't win. Thanks for the giveaway and all the great ideas!

Unknown said...

The Cherries are absolutly amazing ----love them all in a row. THanks for a chance to win--Lynn
lynnbow73@comcast.net