"ATC @ The Cove" Swap Details

We're hosting a monthly ATC Swap! Great way to use up your scraps, get inspired by other artists and collect beautiful pieces of art! You are all welcome to join, following are the details:

Swap Instructions:

Quantity: 3 ATC's (You will receive 3 back, none of which will be your own.)

Due: 15th of each month (we will provide you with a theme each month)
For the month of August, theme will be "Butterflies"

Details:

1. Card size needs to be 2-1/2" x 3-1/2".

2. No vender requirements. No technique requirements. But please use at least cardstock weight for your card base (no construction paper).

3. Please sign your cards! People like to know who to compliment and thank! At a minimum, please include your Name & Email on the back of the card. You are welcome to include any additional information (blog address, website, twitter, splitcoast name, etc).

Mailing:

1. Protect your cards from the elements by putting them in a zip lock bag or plastic bag within your envelope.

2. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope (SASE) for ATCs to be returned to you. The amount of postage on your SASE should be at least the same amount that it takes to mail your cards. You may want to include an extra stamp in there for heavier items. Any extra unused postage will be returned back to you.

Mail to:
ManLe Hong
c/o Pineapple Cove
4211 Waialae Avenue #8050
Honolulu, HI 96816

If you live on Oahu and prefer to drop off & pick up your ATCs at the store, you are welcome to do so and save on postage! Please put your ATCs in a zip lock bag with your name & contact information and drop off to our Kahala Store.

How to Join:

Email with your name & contact information by clicking HERE. We've got the following participants so far:

1. ManLe Hong (recv'd)
2. Claudette San Pedro
3. Colleen Kwan
4. Linda Kuniyoshi
5. Dena Jones
6. Calinda Goo
7. Claire Shimamoto
8. Leslie Ikawa
9. Eva Lee (recv'd)
10. Carmel Yee
11. Roberta Mau
12. parknslide
13. Julyne Morvis
14. Kelly Tatom
15. Malia Sakata
16. Keala Inciong-Ako
17. Cindy Genovia (recv'd)
18. Nane D'Amato
19. Grace Zelda
20. Leanne Poe
21. Diane Shiraishi

Lastly, HAVE FUN!!

Artist Trading Card (ATC)

I've been wanting to make some Artist Trading Cards for a while now...found some great textured cardstock by Strathmore, with matching envelopes so thought I'd give it a try.

If you are not familiar with Artist Trading Cards or ATCs, here's a bit of history:

What are Artist Trading Cards (ATCs)?
Artist trading cards (ATCs) are miniature pieces of art that are traded around the world. Artists create, trade and collect art at organized "swap" events, either in person, online or via mail. It is a great way to meet other artists and share your work. The only official rule for ATCs is the size: 2.5" x 3.5".

How did the movement start?
In 1997, M. Vanci Stirnemann, a Swiss artist, created 1200 cards by hand as part of an exhibit. On the last day, he invited others to create their own cards and trade with him during the closing reception. After that, the movement took off as other artists organized major "swap" events! Today, there are ATC swaps in almost every major city around the world, as well as online.

How do I create ATCs?
You can use any media, materials or techniques as long as your card fits into a standard trading card sleeve. Art can be original, limited edition or series. Artists should include the following information on the back of their cards:

• Name
• Contact Info (email or address)
• Title of piece
• Number if it's part of a series

I had a lot of fun creating my card. I found it to be quick & easy, but at the same time, a bit of a challenge. I loved the fact that I can use all my little scraps since your canvas is only 2.5" x 3.5". So this made it fast to put together. But at the same time, the small size also proved to be a bit of a challenge. For my first try, I was happy with the results. I kept it clean and simple...adding a touch of washi paper, distress ink and smooch ink. Mei Lin was colored with copics - colors used are listed below.

Since these were so fun to make, I'm thinking of starting a ATC Swap!!! What do you think? If you're interested in swapping some ATCs with me, let me know either in the comments of this post, or via email and I'll coordinate it! It will be fun...Join the Movement!!! Create, swap & collect!!!

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Project Ingredients:

ATC Card : Strathmore
Paper: Washi
Inks: Memento, Distress Ink in Spun Sugar
Copics:
Hair - 100, C9, C7, C5
Skin - E50, R20
Clothes - V12, V15
Other - Yr15, YR16, BG11, BG13

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