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QUALITY PRINTS AND FRAMES

Much of the art in the gallery is available as prints through ImageKind.com. The high-quality prints are made using state-of-the art papers, printers and inks. The result is an image that surpasses the color and detail you see on these pages.

CAFEPRESS

Some images are available as posters, cards and whatnot through cafepress.com.

DIGITAL FILES

For use of the art on a website or other digital production, sent email to

OTHER ARRANGEMENTS

Some of the art is not available for online purchase, though it is available for purchase. Email me if you are interested in these prints.

CONTRIBUTIONS

If enjoy the images here an would like to contribute to seeing more,
use the PayPal link below or snail mail to:
makin' it up as I go, P.O. Box 1094, Leavenworth, WA 98826

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A woman went to a famous hat maker and wanted a red hat of a specific shade for the royal ball that evening.

"No problem", he said.

Then he pulled out several meters of red ribbon, and twisted and turned it into a hat.

"Oh, it's lovely!" the woman exclaimed, "How much do I owe you?"

"100 pounds," he replied.

"For a piece of ribbon?" asked the incredulous woman.

Upon which he untwisted the ribbon and handed it to her, saying, "Madam, the ribbon is free.