I'm working furiously to finish this painting in time for the next nibblefest tomorrow. I'm getting close to being done, but have a few hitches that keep me working and reworking parts of it.
Gah! Keep your fingers crossed.
Saturday, February 19, 2011
Race to the finish
I'm working furiously to finish this painting in time for the next nibblefest tomorrow. I'm getting close to being done, but have a few hitches that keep me working and reworking parts of it.
Gah! Keep your fingers crossed.
Friday, February 18, 2011
Postcard Friday
My 14 year old son is going to school, several states away, at UNCSA for their ballet program. We're terribly proud of him, but miss him horribly.
I've been making him postcards, and mailing them once a week. He loves getting them and showing them off to his friends. (which makes me feel all warm inside) Its really my way of sharing pieces of who I am with him.
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Link of the day - Irena Werning
If you havent seen the work of photographer Irena Werning yet, you're in for a real treat. She's discovered old family photos and meticulously recreated them, with the original subject(s), many years later.
They are truly delightful. Full of camp, nostalgia, and sometimes downright embarrassing hijinks, these studies challenge our sense of identity and capacity to change.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
New here
Hello there!
I am starting up my art blog again after a much needed break. I thought I would give Blogger a try and have enjoyed tinkering with the design. I migrated many of my old posts from my previous blog, so there is lots to look back through if you're new to my work.
I have a lot of projects underway and I really look forward to sharing them with you. Thanks for stopping by!
I am starting up my art blog again after a much needed break. I thought I would give Blogger a try and have enjoyed tinkering with the design. I migrated many of my old posts from my previous blog, so there is lots to look back through if you're new to my work.
I have a lot of projects underway and I really look forward to sharing them with you. Thanks for stopping by!
Friday, January 21, 2011
Art for 99 cents!
The Elephant Dance
6 x 8 inches
Acrylic on canvas panel
This gem of a painting showcases the beautiful circus elephant, who entertains us with his slow dance in the ring. Made with bright colors and shimmering paints, this piece is intended to bring a smile to your face and light up your home. (background has a slightly more teal-green hue than is picked up by my scanner)
Buy it here on Ebay - starting at 99 cents!
I'm participating in Nibblefest again! Every month, on the 20th, all the participants list their work - according to the chosen theme. (this month was Circus)
If you ever wanted something from me, for a song, this is your chance!
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Well this summer has definitely flown by! I've been far busier than I ever anticipated, so all of the projects I had hoped to have under my belt by now, are languishing.
I did manage to get started on one a couple of them, however. I signed up for A Prompt A Day journaling project run by Kelly Kilmer to do with my daughter. I thought it would be a great way to spend some time together doing an activity we both love.
We were able to set aside one day to start the project, and when we return from Florida, I hope to make it a weekly event.
My page. The text reads,
Sendra's book cover (complete with googly eyes!) and her first journal entry. :) She had a great time!
I did manage to get started on one a couple of them, however. I signed up for A Prompt A Day journaling project run by Kelly Kilmer to do with my daughter. I thought it would be a great way to spend some time together doing an activity we both love.
We were able to set aside one day to start the project, and when we return from Florida, I hope to make it a weekly event.
My page. The text reads,
"i wear my flesh like life
like identity
like the bloom of who
i will become"
Sendra's book cover (complete with googly eyes!) and her first journal entry. :) She had a great time!
Friday, July 17, 2009
Inspiration of the Month!
I've been a huge admirer of Angie Reed Garner's for years! I am the proud owner of three of her paintings, and I have the pleasure of seeing them every day in the spaces I find the most comfort in. Her work is vibrant, luscious, all of them have a compelling story to tell.
What are your main inspirations in art?
My most recent series was influenced by Hundertwasser, his pulsating lines, refusal of right angles and humanist ideas about art.
I read a lot of nonfiction and I'm trying to carry over things I admire, to challenge myself to be as clear and direct in my work as possible. That does not necessarily make for simple, accessible images. Sometimes things are complicated! If you try to simplify them, you lose too much truth.
What is your art background? (education, experience, etc)
My degree is in Classics. I've been painting full time since 1995.
What is your process for creating your work?
I seem to see one symbol at a time. When I don't know what comes next, I have to set the painting aside rather than force a resolution. It may take six hours or six weeks for the next symbol that comes, depending how much I resist the process and content of the painting. I'm not in control, but I do trust that if you put in the hours, the work comes.
With this last series I made a long-awaited transition to working bigger (the works are
64" wide) and at that size, there is a lot of room for me to develop a story! Sometimes I begin the painting with a question or a problem and spend the rest of the painting reflecting on it.
What is the single most important thing you want to communicate with your work?
Life is big, but don't be so afraid.
What are your career goals?
To continue showing, as long as I can find people who will give me some wall.
What one object has been the most instrumental in helping you achieve what you have so far?
My camera. It lets me see work fresh without having to put it away for six months.
Tell me three random things about you.
What are your main inspirations in art?
My most recent series was influenced by Hundertwasser, his pulsating lines, refusal of right angles and humanist ideas about art.
I read a lot of nonfiction and I'm trying to carry over things I admire, to challenge myself to be as clear and direct in my work as possible. That does not necessarily make for simple, accessible images. Sometimes things are complicated! If you try to simplify them, you lose too much truth.
What is your art background? (education, experience, etc)
My degree is in Classics. I've been painting full time since 1995.
What is your process for creating your work?
I seem to see one symbol at a time. When I don't know what comes next, I have to set the painting aside rather than force a resolution. It may take six hours or six weeks for the next symbol that comes, depending how much I resist the process and content of the painting. I'm not in control, but I do trust that if you put in the hours, the work comes.
With this last series I made a long-awaited transition to working bigger (the works are
64" wide) and at that size, there is a lot of room for me to develop a story! Sometimes I begin the painting with a question or a problem and spend the rest of the painting reflecting on it.
What is the single most important thing you want to communicate with your work?
Life is big, but don't be so afraid.
What are your career goals?
To continue showing, as long as I can find people who will give me some wall.
What one object has been the most instrumental in helping you achieve what you have so far?
My camera. It lets me see work fresh without having to put it away for six months.
Tell me three random things about you.
- Through showing my art, I found out that if you tell the truth about your life, in fact the world does not end. And people even thank you for it. It's amazing.
- I can paint without a dog in my studio, but it doesn't make for a balanced day.
- I'm reading Michael Taussig's _What Color Is The Sacred_ and so far I'm just thrilled. He's addressing why we feel about color as we do, and how color has come to mean what it does.
Monday, June 22, 2009
Art for 99 cents!
Birds Tale of Summer
5x7 inches
Acrylic on canvas panel
This charming little bird is sitting in the summer grasses, collecting up stories to share. Let him sit with you a while!
Buy it here on Ebay - starting at 99 cents!
I'm participating in Nibblefest again! Every month, on the 20th, all the participants list their work - according to the chosen theme. (this month was Things with Tails)
If you ever wanted something from me, for a song, this is your chance!
Friday, June 12, 2009
Shipping & Handling
I recently sold a large 36" x 48" painting and thought I would document my packing process for shipping!
Here you can see how we first layered parchment paper over the entire painting. We attached them together with staples using hospital corners, so that nothing was actually affixed to the painting itself. (you can see the note I tied to the stretcher bar, for the new owner) I like parchment paper best because there is no worry about wax or paper residue accidentally sticking to the painting. I just need to find a cheap source for larger sheets!
We then layered the front and the back of the painting with a flat sheet of corrugated cardboard. Another layer used blueboard insulation. Its light, cheap, and very sturdy - its also used as modeling base for model railroad builders and ball joint doll makers!
We taped those three layers together with regular box tape and then cut up an unbroken box, and used its corners to protect the entire new bundle. Corners can be the most vulnerable part of a painting in transit.
We procured a very large mirror box from Pier 1, and placed the whole bundle into it, stuffing large quantities of crumpled newspaper around it. I'm sure we could have used lighter packing material, but this was what we had on hand that day - and it was free! (I painted out the printed info on the box, to minimize any shipping confusion)
We then dropped it off with Fed Ex Ground and sent it on its way. I'm glad to report that it arrived safe and sound. :)
If anyone wants to chime in with their packing tips and tricks, I'd love to hear them!
Here you can see how we first layered parchment paper over the entire painting. We attached them together with staples using hospital corners, so that nothing was actually affixed to the painting itself. (you can see the note I tied to the stretcher bar, for the new owner) I like parchment paper best because there is no worry about wax or paper residue accidentally sticking to the painting. I just need to find a cheap source for larger sheets!
We then layered the front and the back of the painting with a flat sheet of corrugated cardboard. Another layer used blueboard insulation. Its light, cheap, and very sturdy - its also used as modeling base for model railroad builders and ball joint doll makers!
We taped those three layers together with regular box tape and then cut up an unbroken box, and used its corners to protect the entire new bundle. Corners can be the most vulnerable part of a painting in transit.
We procured a very large mirror box from Pier 1, and placed the whole bundle into it, stuffing large quantities of crumpled newspaper around it. I'm sure we could have used lighter packing material, but this was what we had on hand that day - and it was free! (I painted out the printed info on the box, to minimize any shipping confusion)
We then dropped it off with Fed Ex Ground and sent it on its way. I'm glad to report that it arrived safe and sound. :)
If anyone wants to chime in with their packing tips and tricks, I'd love to hear them!
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