Finally a few moments

This sunset was just too fabulous not to post here. We have such a lovely view of the skies from our deck. What a tremendous thing it was for us to be able to move to the country.

So I have neglected my blog just a tad....(understatement) Know that I am doing fine and well. Have many art projects on the table and hopefully will finish some soon.

Wishing all our veterans, past and present, our love and thanks. Without you, this country would not be here.

Peace to all......

Finally framed!

Finally had some art time and framed Lack of Vision. It is now hanging in our family room downstairs. Fred still jumps when he walks past it. Says it creeps him out. Oh Well!!!!!!

Nothing else new on this end except some fabulous cool weather with rain. Got some good spider/web shots last night I will post soon.

Let's remember our flags tomorrow and take a moment to reflect on our great country on this most important day. So many lives lost, so many lives changed. Remember your blessings. Peace......

Jefferson Sunset

Wow, it has been a long time since I have written here. We had a very exciting summer with moving to Jefferson and my nephew getting married in Texas. Boy, was it hot!
The lovely butterfly here is a photo I took in our new back yard. I am not a great photographer so this delicate creature was behaving perfectly!
Hopefully, my studio will be set up completely this week. I do have a new addition to the space with my desk actually fitting in there for the sewing machine. WooooHoooo!
So much beautiful wildlife, insects and vegetation out here in the country that I will have love of inspiration when the studio is completed.
Peace and love to all......enjoy your world!

Greeting all!

As you know, I have a difficult time throwing things away that might turn into art! Here is a good example of a scrap piece of plywood. I saw the glorious knot hole in the top right area and had to turn it into an eye. One thing lead to another and here it is! Kinda creepy but lots of faces within faces. Enjoy!

Mindful Vision

Seems I have been into the surreal mode lately. This is a portrait of a dear friend I affectionately call Alice. Long story!
News from this side of the world is hubby dear and I are buying a home in the country.
A longtime dream will finally come true. My arm is black and blue from pinching myself.
Need to run finish filling nail holes in the condo walls. Why did I hang all this art? LOL
Peace to all.....

Swimming in Thought

Here is another encaustic piece I am most proud of completing. It is much larger than the others and took a good amount of patience and time.
I am hoping to frame it soon and put it up for sale. If interested, leave me a comment here.
Nothing else new around here. Time to go play!

Double Vision

Seems like a long time since I have done any updates here. Time passes so quickly these days. I have been madly working and completed my series on Unreal for a juried show. Anyone wishing to participate in the opening public portion of the jury process may view the works submitted at www.projekt30.com. This is the show titled Unreal.
Here is an example of one of my pieces. Most I submitted are encaustic works. I love this medium! It is so interesting to see where the hot wax takes you.
So far I have managed to complete quite a few pieces without actually burning myself!
Wish I could say the same when I cook. LOL
Enjoy your day, hug those your love and add some peace to our world.

Continuing in Wax

Seeing as how I am really liking this new medium, I decided to skip the middle sizes and go straight to larger. This piece is about 12" x 15". It has many, many layers of wax to complete the process. I am quite pleased with the results. Manipulating the wax to form the eyes was tedious but worth it. I hope that the U.S. art collectors become interested in this "lost" medium and realize the time, talent and patience required to handle this technique. Seems this is a popular form in Europe and especially the United Kingdom, but just starting to be noticed a bit more in the States. By the way, I call this piece "Swimming in Thought".
Hope you are all enjoying your day. The weather is perfect here. I can hear the geese flying by honking away!

Playing with Hot Wax!!!!!!!!!

Okay, I have to admit my dangerous side loves the idea of molten wax sliding around on a page before me. I am experimenting right now and having a blast doing it. Anyone interested in learning more about this medium and technique, contact www.encausticrocks.com. While you are there, say hello to Steve, co-owner of the site ... very knowledgeable, helpful and just an all around nice guy! Their prices are competitive, service is impeccable and I love doing business with people I actually like! And if you decide you really want to learn more, purchase a video. Worth every penny with detailed instruction as you watch an actual work created from start to finish.
So that is my commercial for the day! Back to my studio! Peace to all...