Let me first say, my parents were both "Perfectionists!" So, i was a perfectionist too, & pretty much obsessed over just about everything. Now I consider myself a "Recovering Perfectionist!" But I still obsess over a couple things, & they rear their ugly heads when I lease expect them. I'm obsessed with how the towels […]
I believe in many things, but today I’m keeping it to ART!
Each time I lose steam, and this is one of them, I have trouble getting back into the swing of things. Usually it’s after the holidays…like now! Sure there are many things going on in our lives, all our lives, but why is it that some people can shove all things aside, and keep creating, and some of us just can’t seem to get our mojo running?
I sit in front of my computer and... I got nothing!
That’s not like me! My husband tells me I always have my soapbox dragging behind me, and I’m more than happy to stop, and climb on… I really hope I’m not all that bad, but given the right prompt, I will, and have…climbed on my soapbox. Rarely do I drag it out for religion, or politics, those are touchy subjects to many people, and we all have our own opinions! Isn’t that what makes our country the great country that it is? So, I try to stay away from those two subjects.
What will you talk about?
I’ll talk of art at the drop of a hat! It doesn’t have to be a fancy hat, any old hat will do….. I love hearing other artists talk of technique, better yet, watching them work. We can learn so much from each other, maybe even creating a spin-off of something we have seen somewhere else. I still find creating a bit intimidating at times, especially if I’m over saturated with art. For example, I became fascinated with Pinetrest many months ago. I couldn’t believe how much inspiration I got from that site. It pushed me to create many things I hadn’t thought of, and I haven’t seen anywhere else. But somewhere along the line, I felt like I was on overload and had to back off! It almost zapped my creative energy. So I rarely go onto that website prior to painting. If I have any ideas at all, I stay away!
Here’s what I just finished!
Tuesday morning, I went to the Escondido Municipal Gallery to participate in the “Artful Inches Fundraiser.” Several artists donate their time to do a little painting on a portion of about 40 feet of watercolor paper that has been hung on the wall. Over a period of three weeks, artists come and go, leaving their painting somewhere on the paper. Eventually the paper is all filled in, and the fundraiser begins!
Next month on February 9th, there will be a reception, the public will be able to purchase a section of the painting with the help of their selected size of matting. The prices vary depending on the size of the mat! Last year was the First Annual Fundraiser, and it was a huge success! The money supports the annual Student Art Show in April and participating teachers.
When I went in to paint, I hadn’t any idea what I would do, but I found myself alone to do it! The room was empty, no one was painting on Tuesday morning except me! So I was able to spread out and jump in! This felt oddly freeing, being able to have such a huge space to paint without interruptions. The picture above is what I created…..It just popped out of me – Journal Style!
Wow, I'm a Techno-Weenie so that's a tough question! I wouldn't want to do be without the Internet – ever! With the Internet comes the computer, the iPad, the iPhone, the ability to connect it all to the TV. Whats a Weenie going to do? How could I be expected to give up the "Great […]
Boy, I'd have to be really, really, über, wicked good because both my sons play the guitar! One of them has been trained to play Flamenco Guitar, & let me tell you he plays the most beautiful guitar on earth! So, if I woke up & found I could play well, I think I'd want […]
Oh, I agree! Have you ever made a comment on a site like FaceBook that was your opinion, but only your opinion? I have, & the first thing I knew I was under attack, & defending my life! There are some people in the world that have trouble playing nice with others, & do & […]
Just when I thought I was out of the woods, it hit me…
Every year I make special Valentine cards, or ATC’s for my four grandkids and send them. They are made with much love, and each one is different. The kids love getting them in the mail, and they are always saved in a special place when Valentine’s Day is over. I thought about this project maybe three weeks ago, just about the time I was crashing from exhaustion due to the holidays. I thought I had plenty of time! And that was the last time I thought about Valentines! Until now!Now I’m thinking – “Why did I wait so long, it’s just around the corner?” Not one thought until today! So today is sketching, and thinking of exactly what I want to create. After sketching a few simple Valentines, and what I might want to do, the ideas started rolling through my mind. I think something different might be appreciated, so the hearts will hang three together, one below the other. Maybe my pasta machine will magically appear! I could roll some clay, cut out hearts of all sizes, and bake them. Or, maybe I could make them out of felt , or wax paper with something pressed between two heart-shaped pieces. The last two choices are pretty simple and take practically zero time to make. But if the pasta machine comes willingly from its hiding place, that might be more fun. Decorating the edges, writing messages in the centers of the hearts, it could be fun! I have included some pictures of past valentines for you to see. Maybe they will kick-start your ideas, or email me your valentines, and I’ll put them up on the next post!
Sometimes the simple things get me going…
These are all simple solutions for creating a Valentine surprise, but it’s funny how something so simple can awaken your muse, and start everything flowing again. Especially since I feel frozen in time this winter! I’m not going to lie, every winter I feel the cold, and dampness, and all I really want to do is curl up, and watch a movie – or in this case watch Season 1 and 2 of Downton Abby! I am officially addicted to this series, and aside from it being really good, I couldn’t even tell you what pulls me in!
So Here It is…
If anyone out there plans to create something for Valentine’s Day, it’s a great time to start! My sketch is made, but my ideas continue rolling in, and all that has to happen now is the pasta machine needs to find its way to my art table….
Dear Pasta Machine, I promise to spit shine you when you get here!
Old as Dirt and Proud of it! 
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