More Artfest....

I am long overdue posting photos of my Artfest creations. Here is a pic of my "Saint of Lost Shoes". She was inspired by the stash of doll shoes I found in one of my many stash boxes - none of them had a matching shoe. This was my first time sculpting a face and I am ready for a chance to play more with this.

I also had a wonderful time in Olry Avineri's Deck of Roses class. Here are a few samples of my "deck". I am mounting them on wood and coating them with a thick coat of clear tar gel to give them a look of resin. Hopefully this will work!

Back from Artfest

Well it is almost a week since I have returned from Artfest. Another event of wonderful inspiration. I am proud to say I finished all the class work at Artfest - a new one for me! These 2  were done in Misty Mawn's Coloring Book Class on Saturday. - Both done with watercolor crayons and white paint....

I have started using my 3"x5" book again to collage papers that are left on my worktable. here is a spread I did yesterday....

I can see a future painting.... more to come as I continue to unpack!

Excitement for Art and Soul 2011

It is not too early to start the excitement for Art and Soul Portland 2011. Are you ready to create several richly layered collages, complete and ready to display or give as gifts? Are you looking to learn some simple techniques that will make each piece of art unique? Come join me and play with collage in a smaller scale. I will be teaching "Block Party" at Art and Soul this fall. The possibilities are endless....

 Here are some of the other talented and creative instructors participating in the event. Please visit their blogs and be amazed.....

Janne Robberstad

An artist and costume designer...she will be offering a chance to learn free motion embroidery using birds as you muse.

Stephanie Rubiano

I love Stephanie's whimsical use of materials and inventive ways to combine nature and vintage elements. Her class offerings will definitely give you a chance to try out some of her amazing techniques.

Elizabeth Kettle

Her colorful handmade fabrics and artful "anthologies" will tempt you to explore fabric as a new medium in your art.

Ingrid Dijkers

Graphic, colorful journal play. Need I say more?

Marcia Shultz

Marcia and Ty's experience with unconventional materials and their fun take on assemblage is definitely worth a look. They are offering classes in a wide range, from garden art to steam punk....

Kari McKnight-Holbrook 

An Architectural Photographer and Graphic Designer with a passion for mixed media art. Her wonderful Green Art Journal is not to be missed.

Glenny Moir

Our fearless leaders blog has the latest information on Art and Soul happenings. Do you want to win a free stay at the Embassy Suites? Check it out....

Jane Davies

Artist and author of one of my favorite books Collage Journeys , is offering classes in making "paint playgrounds." What could be more fun?

Unexpected Winter...

We woke up this morning to a winter wonderland....

Community Art

One of the great things about living in a small community is the ease in getting involved. This will be the second year our local Juvenile Justice Center has used art to make the community aware of their mission and raise funds for the program. They help kids going through tough times, negotiate through the justice system. They provide education, support, counseling and shelter for kids in need. This year they are providing 8x8" canvases to anyone who wants to "art them up." The theme is "Hearts for Heros." Her is my piece this year. It was really fun to do.

New Journal Pages

I have been a bit overwhelmed lately. Getting ready to teach a journaling class and working on my samples. Too many supplies is one of my issues, so I am limiting myself to pencils, watercolors and only a few paint colors. It is a lot more fun to just make art and not spend time hunting for supplies. Here are a few of my new journal pages. I am pleased that they are a lot looser. I am doing my best to stop early. Keep them more gestural, less detail.

Art and Soul and Journalfest

I just found out I will have a busy Fall. I will be teaching my Block Party class at Art and Soul. The classes are available for viewing now. Registration starts February 1, 2011....

And Pencil Dreams at Journalfest...registration is not up yet, I will let you know...