I’ve taken some time out over the past few months to sort through thoughts, read about artists who intrigue me (there so many, I’ve just touched the surface), make collages, do some journalling, and lately, to pull together the annual collection of holiday items for the co-op gallery. I happily completed two large mirrors, incorporating some [...]
Filed under: creative process, images, mosaic on December 5th, 2008 | No Comments »
I choose to believe that there is a higher power, God. I choose to believe that there is an inate energy in all things which are “of the earth”. I believe we have control over our destiny with our thoughts, words, and deeds. And, I find myself being superstitious about “signs”.
I believe in the power [...]
Filed under: harmony, life in italics, thoughts on November 17th, 2008 | No Comments »
I’ve enjoyed a wonderful 2008 with regard to my art; I really do feel blessed. With recognition in three significant magazines, the publishing of three of my pieces in the new Hammer-Djicks book, the Ciel Gallery show, and the show at Mary Washington University (if interested and you haven’t followed my blog throughout the year, [...]
Filed under: Origin, exhibition on November 12th, 2008 | 2 Comments »
I spoke with a friend who did not vote for Barack Obama, because he did not believe that he is ready to be our President. He said his rhetoric and ideals remind him too much of Jimmy Carter, for whom he voted, and that Jimmy Carter could never get there - and he does [...]
Filed under: change, politics on November 5th, 2008 | No Comments »
My sister and I had the extreme pleasure of seeing Barack Obama speak on Tuesday at James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia. The setting at the Convocation Center was perfect, as it was just large enough to hold the 8000 people but small enough that we could watch and listen to him clearly from [...]
Filed under: politics on October 31st, 2008 | No Comments »