It was such a beautiful day! I planted, added gravel to walkways, added bark to the beds, washed clothes, and helped add shelves to the kitchen (marginally). I finished this fabulous day by having dinner outside on the metal/mosaic table I finished last spring.
"It's not where you take things from, it's where you take them to." ----Godard
Friday, March 30, 2012
Thursday, March 29, 2012
Light Sensitive Fabric Pillow
Now that the sun is out, it may be time to think about a project like this. This is sun sensitive velvet, but there are other fabrics as well. Personally, I don't think I care for the shiny aspect and I'd prefer cotton which is also more economical. If given a choice, I always choose a matte finish.
www.blueprintsonfabric.com
www.blueprintsonfabric.com
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Mosaic Tray
Just don't drop this or you'll crush your foot. I hadn't intended for it to weigh so much, but between the wood tray, the tile and then the grout, it got a little heavier than I wanted. Substantial is good.
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Colorful Seat Covers
Monday, March 26, 2012
Rock Sculptures
Study in ephemeral sculpture |
My partner, Randy has rock left over from various building projects and I used the piles of small cut stone to make the sculptures. The original was nine feet tall and I used a ladder to put the finishing touches on. It was beautiful and it all came crashing down in a rainstorm when one of the foundation rocks was crushed under pressure and the structure lost its integrity. It is sandstone and it happens naturally around us all the time.
Sunday, March 25, 2012
Final Relief Prints
Well, today was about experimenting with color and how it sits on the paper and how they mix and what to avoid.
Saturday, March 24, 2012
Relief Printing
Great class! I'm really challenged and enjoying the break from painting. I have a few gauges in my hands, but I really like working with them in a different way.
Friday, March 23, 2012
Aberrant March
Isn't this amazing weather? There was a brief snow shower and the final burst of low angle light through the clouds.
I will be in a relief print workshop for three days. Too tired today to post my initial efforts, but tomorrow...
I will be in a relief print workshop for three days. Too tired today to post my initial efforts, but tomorrow...
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Labradorite Necklace
Thanks Bekky for bringing these handsome Labradorite stones home for me from the Gem Show in Tucson! It took a little time to do something with them. The silver came from a trip to San Francisco, a fabulous little shop the size of a closet called Yone SF on Union Street.
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Spring Again!
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Bad Hair Day Turns Good
There's nothing like improving a bad day by seeing the hair stylist! It's true, sometimes you look good and it makes you feel better.
I judged a poster competition for Arbor Day at the Springdale Elementary School. Good job guys and best of luck!
The latest in my guest bedroom design...
I judged a poster competition for Arbor Day at the Springdale Elementary School. Good job guys and best of luck!
The latest in my guest bedroom design...
Antique Santa Fe Gate doors used as a headboard. |
Monday, March 19, 2012
Rainy Day Design
Guest Room Makeover |
I'm working on assemblage project and rainy day design ideas...I'll spend the next few days going through the guest room and projects that have been done in it. This mirrored buffet/chest was a dark mahogany. I painted it, changed the knobs and Randy helped my cut the two doors below and I added painted tin to the interior brightening the small room considerably.
Sunday, March 18, 2012
Rusted Art
Midden Maiden by Michelle Larsen-Bonner |
Saturday, March 17, 2012
Iris and Tulips
Thursday, March 15, 2012
Painting Block and Climbing
Tess having a run at Jacob Lake. The North Rim is still closed. |
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Ari's First Tea Party
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
Cacti and Seeds
I may have jumped the gun a bit as the weather is taking another turn toward winter this weekend, but I planted two barrel cactus saved from a highway project in Nevada.
I also planted seeds for the garden, but I intend to keep those indoors while they germinate and seek the sun.
Monday, March 12, 2012
Dahlias and Arm Warmers
It's just like the day, not quite sure if it's still winter or if it's spring. I made a dahlia from leftover velvet and I used the arms from a felted sweater to make arm warmers. I love the color. Thanks Bekky for spending a crafting day with me in the studio!
Sunday, March 11, 2012
UPPERCASE magazine
This magazine is really great. They had copies at Anthropologie store and I looked it up online. There's a little bit of sticker shock (subscription for 1 year is $80), but the information was fun and of course, the design was fantastic.
http://shop.uppercasegallery.ca/
http://shop.uppercasegallery.ca/
Saturday, March 10, 2012
Arizona Wildflowers
I wanted to stop on the way home and photograph all the abundant blooms on the side of the road, but there was literally a wind advisory and they are awfully hard to photograph when they are blowing horizontal.
These beauties, Gaillardia and Five Spot were growing along the road near Mom's subdivision. There were also Desert Marigold, Lupine and Mexican Poppies. Things are definitely popping. Mom had Bluebells all over her yard. Tucson had a great winter with some precipitation.
These beauties, Gaillardia and Five Spot were growing along the road near Mom's subdivision. There were also Desert Marigold, Lupine and Mexican Poppies. Things are definitely popping. Mom had Bluebells all over her yard. Tucson had a great winter with some precipitation.
Thursday, March 8, 2012
White Russian
Strictly speaking, this item is not part of my current meal restrictions in order to clean up a toxicity issue in my body, but the house (read:Mom and Joe) was serving and I didn't want to turn them down. It was delicious.
This is Mom's favorite drink and she's in good company, as this is also what THE DUDE drinks in THE BIG LEBOWSKI.
This is Mom's favorite drink and she's in good company, as this is also what THE DUDE drinks in THE BIG LEBOWSKI.
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Bon Boutique
Adorable store with a very lovely design aesthetic |
I would buy everything in the store. The products are beautiful and the way they've been arranged around the store is inspiring. An eclectic mix of items is available.
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Sunday, March 4, 2012
Saturday, March 3, 2012
Art Supply Swap
Today was the art supply swap party. Many thanks...really...to those who came. I was able to downsize and there were some wonderful items to trade. Bern, Barbara, Eva, Allison, Ruth, Jodi, Becca, Donna, Marie and Angie...especially thank you.
HINT, Hint: Someone else should host the next one and there were so many who couldn't come today who said they had stuff to trade.
There are a lot of school children who will benefit from their savvy teachers in the coming weeks.
If I do say so myself the three layer Georgia pecan cake was very good! Has there ever been an event at Barbara's where we didn't leave in a good, fulfilled food state of being?
HINT, Hint: Someone else should host the next one and there were so many who couldn't come today who said they had stuff to trade.
There are a lot of school children who will benefit from their savvy teachers in the coming weeks.
If I do say so myself the three layer Georgia pecan cake was very good! Has there ever been an event at Barbara's where we didn't leave in a good, fulfilled food state of being?
Friday, March 2, 2012
The Gates
I watched the movie, THE GATES, last night about the artists, Christo and Jean-Claude which was a temporary installation in Central Park in 2005. I just missed the exhibit by a week! There were some interesting perspectives in the movie as it was very controversial, but I guess what I noticed the most is just how hard it is to please. It looks as though people will oppose you no matter what you do and on the flip side you are likely to find supporters now matter how outrageous your idea. It's given me something to think about.
The Gates Installation in Central Park, New York
The Gates Installation in Central Park, New York
Thursday, March 1, 2012
Watercolor Prints of Zion
West Temple / Zion National Park |
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