Many things inspire me, all day long. Here are a few Shadow Box sculptures that were inspired by gardening, bird watching and nature with a bit of whimsy. Hummer with Wild Flower Ceramic Shadow Box
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New Work in the Old Pueblo
So it’s February. January flew by. I feel I was only present for half of January because what ever was going around…..you name it, I caught it! I am glad to see January ’16 leave. And good riddance. Meanwhile, I have been busy with new designs for an up coming tile mosaic job I have been hired to create. It’s always exciting to have a new challenge, a reprieve from the daily bread and butter. I will give you a sneak preview…..based on the mural I designed and created for a Rocky Point, Mexico sea side residence over the summer/ 2015. I…
Something to do, see and touch.
We are almost half way through August and that means I need to get serious about building inventory for the upcoming fall shows. I will be offering one more month of classes for September, then change gears and will focus on fall and holiday sales. My September Classes will begin Tuesday,Sept. 2 for 4 weeks. I will be teaching something seasonal. Sculpted Pumpkins! Who doesn’t love a cute pumpkin in time for the harvest/Halloween/ Day of the Dead holidays. The cost will be $125.00, includes semi private instructions, use of tools, clay and glazes. I will be posting a…
Springtime in Tucson
These days are gorgeous with our spring season upon us. Here is a quick update to let you know the new items I just restocked the local galleries with. Right now is the perfect time to walk, skip, or ride bike over to Tohono Chul Park. I was just there today and the wild flowers are amazing. It’s so inspiring. Here are a few pieces at Tohono Chul Park: http://tohonochulpark.org/ And there are some fun ornaments or souvenirs for Easter gifts and winter visitors. By the way, I do custom work. If you see anything here that speaks to you…
Murals, Paintings on Tile
Lately I have had requests to teach tile painting. It’s been 5 years since I have done that technique. Mural painting is a commitment. It takes a bit of knowledge of how certain techniques work on a tile canvas. There are many ways to paint a mural. Glaze and wax resist is one way. This is where you use a low fire glaze and outline a design with wax so the glazes do not touch or mix when firing. This style you would see on tile trivets at souvenir shops or at Carly Quinn’s Shop in downtown Tucson. Majolica is…
Weekend Warrior Grout Workshop!
We had a blast on Saturday and Sunday. My Tuesday Mosaic class finished making thier tiles. So they ordered frames and I taught a grout class this past weekend, Here are some pics of the girls making/ painting thier tiles. This is Dee Jay. Painting his 3-d turtle on a tile. Heather, painting away, trying to beat the clock! Grouting and wiping! More wiping! And more wiping…by now they were beginning to grumble. But as you can see it was worth it. Here are their beautiful masterpieces! Ta da! If you are interested in taking a mosaic class email me…
Open Studio in Two Days…April 13 & 14 !
I am participating in the spring 2013 Tucson Artists Open Studio Tour in 2 Days. This weekend, April 13 & 14, Saturday and Sunday from 11-5 each day, I will be opening my studio and artsy yard to visitors. You will see how my little piece of outdoors inspires me to make art for the garden or yard. You are invited. I will be setting up a kids activity table for those that would like to bring along their kids. It will be fun and interactive. I will also do a grouting demonstration as well. Just follow…
Hope and Glory
This handmade tile is made with the passion of Hope! The story of the red bird is that he never leaves. The red bird, like a cardinal, stays through the summer and stays through the winter. He is not a migrating bird. One time I heard a christian recording artist in an interview tell how he told his son he is like that red bird. He will never leave him, he will stay through all seasons. Well, let me tell you, I just about choked up. We all want someone we love to never leave us. And so I…
2013 Spring Art Show Schedules
Here is a schedule of shows I will be participating in this spring season. Rodeo Days Arts Celebration Downtown Saturday, February 23rd from 11-8 at the Historic Steinfeld Building 101 W. 6th street, Tucson, Az Tucson Museum of Art Spring Show 3 day show, March 15, 16, 17, 9-5 each day. Downtown Tucson, 140 N. Main St. Tucson City Wide Open Studio Tour Saturday and Sunday April 13 & 14 11-5 each day 556 E. Calle Arizona
Balance
I am always seeking balance between a part time job, full time artist, running a business and all my other life that happens in between. I am often talking with God and seeking his wisdom. This year my desire is to live an intentional life. What is an intentional life? I got the idea from listening to Family Life Radio, Dr. Randy Carlson, www.flr.org. I have decided to take the challenge by working through the stubborn procrastination that lingers like a shadow, always following me like a bad habit. I choose to be intentional about facing not-so-fun tasks…
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