Happy Birthday Helle ! by anahata.c
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Helle (helanker) didn't want an upload because she can't be here much, these days, but I couldn't do 'nothing'---so here's another whacked out, over-the-top montage, designed to feel like a street fair. (I hope.) She loves this skyline, so here it is (Chicago, a few blocks from home).
It's me shouting, "HAPPY BIRTHDAY, HELLE!"---even though she's trying to rest after the holiday.
Helle was one of the first people I met here, she encouraged me to post when I hadn't shared art in an eon, she supported everything I did, and wound up being one of my truly treasured friends. She's a riot, she's incredibly supportive and kind, she kept me and those who love her dancing for years; and her art's a total joy.
Even when she's got no time, she turns out these great montages, beautiful paintings, collages w/ buttons and prints and whatever strikes her fancy scattered all over them---she just makes things like that, she's so creative; and she's got notebooks of 'm, little street fairs---and wonderful drawings and cartoons; and she can't understand why her fans make a such a big deal about them. She's also a helluva photographer---if you go back in her gallery, even 2007 and 2008, you'll see her terrific eye and exploration. She sent me my first camera (from Denmark), a 2 MP tiny turbo beast which got me started. (I didn't ask for it, mind you, she just sent it.) She's a delight, she writes great and funny letters, and I love her. I'm a terrible correspondent btw---I'm awful the last few years...but if it means getting a letter from Helle? Totally worth it, she's a gem.
So Happy Birthday Helle, and tons more! I wish you many years filled with creativity, love and dance. You're a delight, and I send lots of love and many thanks for your friendship: it's been a joy and gift to know you,
mark
I'll return to comments tonight--I'll get to all of you, I promise...
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Comments (10)
GrandmaT
What a spectacular way to say Happy Birthday! Magnificent work!
Faemike55
your work and dedication to Helle is fantastic and fun. I am so glad she's encouraged you to go further. Happy birthday, dear Helle.
helanker
OH! My goodness, dear Mark!!! I am overwhelmed.. Both by your wonderful montage of the most gorgeous Chicago view. A city i have learned to love by your wonderful photographs. If I had a canvas with the first one. It would Hang on my wall. NO DOUBT. Lost my jaw and I am drooling here. And so are my eyes, by your beautiful and very touching words to me. Thank you so much dearest Mark. You are such a gem to me and I am so Lucky having you in my life. Thank you from all my heart.
bakapo
how cool is this set of images? starting from the bottom up it tells the story of a city. the bottom: a budding idea in the dark mind of man and God. next up: fire, light, heat and all the things that make a city explode with life and love. next: the calmness and quiet beauty of man and what man can accomplish when he sits and ponders the world the Gods have given him. top scene: ta-da! a beautiful place made by man with thanks to nature and all higher powers.
bravo, Mark!
anaber
First and again:) HAPPY BIRTHDAY dearest Helle! I quote all the words of Mark! Nobody else could 'describe' you better in all means. YOu are a blessing to us all. Your art is always dancing with your imagination and teachs us reallity and fantasy. I think that you born with the spirit of Spring inside you--you and your art bloom year after year, even when you call it 'junk' . I would like to be able to make junk like you do, lol! Yesss:))! Helle spreads love and joy around her always, and is one of the most loving persons i know, always caring and thinking in others!! This, is priceless.Thank you for being one of my best friends and for be part of my life for so many years , too. That Sun shine on you in your New Year :)) And Mark:) as for your image..I've no words! Like Helle, i adore this view of your city! And in this four panels, from top to bottom, i see this skyline at dawn, at noon, in the fire of a great sunset, -- when it seems that the feast begun and in the evening--There is so much light! You put light in the darkness and the feast continue...and Is a great fest of love and joy, Mark. I see how Helle loved this and everyone above. This is really MAGNÍFICO!!!! Thank you for allow me to say this, here, for our dearest Helle, Mark
goodoleboy
Yes, the Happiest of Birthdays to you, Helle, ensconced way up there in winter cold Denmark. I miss you and your fabulous stuff also, and sure wish you were on Rederosity more often, but know you have more pressing needs to confront, husband, family, home, etc. Mark said it all when describing his relationship with you. My birthday is on December 30, which means you were born a couple of days before me.
RodS
This is just stellar, Mark! I love the wonderful colors you've painted Chicago with, and the reflection just rocks with flowing color! A magnificent dedication to Helle! This is epic, buddy!
Just getting caught up - again...… LOL
Richardphotos
I agree with all those folks above. my favorite panel is the top
dochtersions
As intensely beautiful as you write about our dear friend, Helle, and every word is true. She is a wonderful person, and so versatile talented. And I love all your 'splashes' that show your Chicago. I go for the one on top, love that colour palette. The background from that one below is fantastic, you did something very special with the curves and the rays in it, Mark.
bucyjoe
cool