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stlouisphile

stlouisphile
Original Member
Last Online: May 19, 2013
Birthday: June 19
Country: United States
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Hullo...

hello

My name is Donna, aka stlouisphile

I enjoy reading, creating collages, creating ATC's, found art, b&w photography. I hope to start taking photos with my film camera this spring and summer again and perhaps get back into the dark room. I can't tell you how rewarding it is to shoot film, develop the film yourself, wait for the film to dry and then pick something you want to crop and develop. Nothing compares. Seriously!

I use Photoshop when creating digital ATCs and using periodicals such as Communication Arts, Art Forum and other quality magazines. I think I have a twenty year supply of periodicals!

Week of May12, 2013

This week's photo is a still from DT's mini series he's just completed filming "The Escape Artist" Not sure when it will air.

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You might have noticed that I am a bit of a Whovian. But don't let that scare you. I like other stuff too. Well...yeah.

Really. Anyway I am into all kinds of nerdy and not so nerdy things. Read on!!

As a media technician I assist faculty and staff with technology. I teach new students how to be great students, and on occasion I teach/tutor Dreamweaver, web and blog design. I hold a master's degree in Eduction with an emphasis in Instructional Technology/Online Learning.

I enjoy creating faux postage, mail art, naked mail shenanigans and altering tins.

I attend Archon every year, I'm a past chairman and committee member.

Doctor Who ...The TARDIS

Are you a Whovian? Then transport yourself over to the Doctor Who Fans Group if you'd like to join a rather fine group of Whovians. Allons-y or if you prefer, Geronimo!

Favorite Movies

My tastes in movies tend toward science fiction, action and drama. That doesn't leave very much out. Right?

Iron Man 3!!! Best SF movie so far for 2013

Django Unchained

The Hobbit (part 1) Fantastic, plus there's Sylvester McCoy in it!

The Dark Knight Rises

The Day The Earth Stood Still (original)

Close Encounters of the Third Kind

2001: A Space Odyssey

Pulp Fiction

Fright Night 2011 (starring some Scottish bloke as Peter Vincent)

Favorite Television

Doctor Who (the longest running television series ever -- Initial broadcast Saturday 11/23/1963. 50 Years! And it only took 46 years for me to have my favorite doctor:

Hannibal - Bon Appetit!!

Broadchurch (UK mini series)

Game of Thrones, True Blood, The Newsroom

Suits, Covert Affairs, Strike Back

Sherlock --The British series with Benedict Cumberbach (I bet I misspelled his name)

Elementary - OK I'll admit its not as good as Sherlock but hey it is The World's Greatest Detective with a heroin addiction. And Lucy Liu as Doctor Watson

The Walking Dead and The Talking Dead on AMC

Banshee

Favorite Crafts

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Paper arts, altered art, recycled art, collage, painting. I love mail art which is kinda what I'd like to do more of if I can get people to exchange with me. Counted cross stitch (but only for smaller items cause just to do one little Dalek on 16 count fabric takes about 90 minutes. I also like beading cross stitch patterns for pins.

I am also a youtube craft junky. Unfortunately NPR just posted that youtube wants to start charging for certain content. So this may change.

Favorite Things

My favorite colors are navy blue, robin's egg blue, orange, and copper.

A good breeze through an open window (I don't have central air conditioning)

Wishing Upon A Star

I hardly ever participate in "package" swaps but if you're in the mood I would mind: Doctor Who Royal Mail Stamps, Magnets (little powerful magnets I adore) TARDIS Anything, BFF for a tin TARDIS (they're available when you purchase Doctor Who collectible cards) Birthday greetings 'cause I'm turning 60 in June. YIKES!!

Mediums of Choice

My medium of choice for ATC cards are collage or digital. I always print on Bristol Paper or watercolor paper I will also use watercolor paper or mat board when I create collages or ATC cards. Almost all of my cards are mounted on mat board - its part of my signature :) My collage images come from Communication Arts, Print and Art Forum because those images are totally awesome and you get a one of a kind collage. I also like to use embellishments and rubber stamps too in my art.

Artists/Influences

Collage and installation artists. I love the art of Andy Warhol, Picasso, impressionist painters, the cubist painters. I love Joseph Cornell and his assemblage boxes. In fact I just may have to make one for my sonic screwdrivers...

Just So You Know...

Non-raters AKA Fraters!

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My wishlist is to have a system on swap-bot that also keeps track of rating swaps. It would go right next to your Stars

I will not rate you a 1 or 3 on something that's not something I like however I will rate a 3 (no matter how awesome your item is) if your swap is LATE with no prior email from you.

It bothers me that I will have to give a "3" but it's only fair. If I am late and I haven't given you prior warning I too expect a "3".

Ratings

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Comment: Loved it! (as always!)
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Comment: Yay, got the Crimson Horror ATC! I LOVE it! I really enjoy Strax as well. I think my favorite line of his from this ep was "Horse! You have failed in your mission!" I love the look on his face on the pic you chose. Thanks a bunch for all the little extras too!
Response: Thank you! I have heard rumour that there may be a spin off with Strax,Jenny, and Madame V.
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Comment: LOL, that is soooo Donna Noble!
Response: thanks!
jeanland rated for Doctor Who Crossword on May 15, 2013
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Comment: Thank you for the crossword! It looks so fun, I'm gonna start on it tonight! :o)
Response: Good Luck!! Let me know how you fare.
user2637 rated for Doctor Who Crossword on May 15, 2013
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Comment: So many clues!! It's hard, because I have a bad memory for episode names and such, but I'm about halfway through without cheating. :) Thanks!
Response: Yea! I'm glad you liking it so far. And thanks for the Heart!! Woo-hoo!!
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Comment: Cool! I wonder if we will get to learn more about this book before the season ends.... I guess we'll see :)
AutumnAcorns rated for Timey Wimey: Hide on May 8, 2013
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Comment: I really like the 3d effect of this card.
Response: Merci!
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Comment: Fabulous card to show the "Family" =)
Response: Thanks!!
Cait rated for Doctor Who: Timey Wimey :: Hide on May 6, 2013
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Comment: Beautiful ATC! I really love it
Response: Thank you for saying that and for giving me a heart! Allons-y!!
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Comment: Now I do like this one although I will have to watch it again because I don't remember those words! Any excuse for another viewing!
Response: Any excuse is right! Thanks for rating and the heart!
123Poggy123 rated for TPD: ATC with a Word on Apr 27, 2013
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Comment: I really like this ATC & for some crazy reason, I think my word (strange) fit with this ATC. Very nice job.
Response: Thank you! I appreciate the positive rating and the heart!
aliceinconverse rated for Whovian Zine # 1 OPEN on Apr 26, 2013
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Comment: Absolutely beautiful! Thanks so much!
Response: You got it! I"m pleased you liked it and thank you for the heart!
AutumnAcorns rated for Timey Wimey: Cold War on Apr 25, 2013
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Comment: Gorgeous card! Thanks so much. Jealous of your return address labels since they are sooo fantastic!
Response: Glad you liked it!
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Comment: Wow Donna, your mini-journal was so awesome! You clearly put a LOT of time into all the papers and pockets and tags. This was exactly what I would hope for in a mini-book - you totally nailed it. Now I just need to keep it away from my Who-fanatic daughter because she will steal it! Thank you for the beautiful swap.
Response: I am SO Happy you liked that! You're right that has over 30 hours of work in it but you know, I had a blast making it and listening to music and watching Who while doing it. Thank you for the heart! Hope you liked the "envelope" LOL.
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Comment: Thanks for the ATC's I love Matt Smith.
Response: You're welcome! And thank you for the heart.
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Comment: Sorry! I haven't been around much the last few weeks! Can't wait to use these!
Response: Thank you for rating. I was really worried you hadn't received them at all. And thanks for the 5.
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Comment: Awesome card! love it!
Response: Very happy you liked it and thank you for the heart!
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Comment: Perfect background and image.I love it. Great manipulation!
Response: Thank you!
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Comment: This is the first ATC I have ever received so thank you. It is so perfect and not so simple when it is closely looked at, thank you again. It was also nice to get a letter from the USA with great stamps!
Response: To paraphrase Ten, "I'm honored to send you your first ATC!" Thanks for the compliment - I wanted the Doctor and Clara to not "jump out" at you but under close inspection, there they are, in the WiFi. Thank you for the heart!
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Comment: Cool design! I like that you worked our names into it :)
Response: I thought our names would make the card more realistic. Thanks for the heart!

Rating Overview

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Comments

aliceinconverse on May 19, 2013:

So. Not a hoax then. As for the rest of the episode... Wow. Just wow.

aliceinconverse on May 19, 2013:

We can't blame Hurt--- but we most certainly can blame Moffat! I usually respect Moffat's rumors and hope for the best be it a hoax or real.... but that I cannot understand. At all. It's like Moffat wants to hurry up and reach the part where he has to provide an explanation of why the Doctor can regenerate more than 13 times.....

aliceinconverse on May 7, 2013:

I'm glad you liked the cards! They come with the who magazines I get from the UK sometimes but there's not much to do with them when you have no one to play with! I thought you would enjoy some of them, finals don't start until next week. Which is good because I have an upper respiratory infection that I'm hoping to kick before exams.

macfeat on May 4, 2013:

I don't know if you've been told yet today but you are spectacular. For no other reason then because i said so. Have a great Saturday.

Paige1900 on May 3, 2013:

You are very welcomed. I am glad you liked it. And I can see where JD would make a good Dr. Who. : )

KateKintail on May 1, 2013:

Doctor Who

Timey-wimey Doctor Who in a Bag profile check!

Paige1900 on Apr 28, 2013:

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Happy Mail on it way

VivaLaDiane on Apr 25, 2013:

Girl, it was amazing. I didn't fan girl in front of him. Kept my total cool but in the truck on the way home, I cried. Such a woman. But it was just so many feelings. Imagine if you spent and hour with David Tennant in front of you (on a speaker). You're concerned for his safety in the rough crowd so you hold his legs to keep him steady. And yes his crotch is RIGHT there. Then when you meet him he is sweet and a perfect gentleman. That's me right now... ♥

Aside from that, I hope you're having a fabulous day!! xoxo♥

macfeat on Apr 24, 2013:

Thank you for the Doctor Who love, I needed it today.

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