Artistic Musings

Pre Thanksgiving jitters

2008-11-26T13:21:31Z

As a result of a comedy of events I somehow became the "Matron" of our little family here where I live. In this day and age that sounds so archaic or old fashioned to my ears. Yet here I am. Being Matron simply means that all the females in your life that used to organize and make things happen to pull the family together are now gone - and someone - if there is someone - steps up to continue on. That just happened to be me. So I make the phone calls, I open my home to the family I hold dear and we enjoy each others company for the bits of time our busy lives allow. I organize crafts for all the kids to do - have to add art in there somewhere!! This year I will have a total of 13 people including my own family in my home - some holidays it reaches well over 20. My family is small in comparison to some - but we love each other in our strange wonderful ways. They accept me for who I am, what I am, and I return the feelings. We aren't perfect - and I'm thankful this Thanksgiving for it. I have a mix of acceptance for my artistic ventures - anywhere from - "WOW - that is SOoooo awesome!!" to "You really are serious about this Art Thingy, Huh" I have the confidence in myself now to follow my heart and soul - and not the desires of others. There was a time when that was JUST the opposite. I am also Thankful for that this year. I have many many things I am thankful for - some of them I can post - some of them I have to wait till December to post. But I would like to make a partial list here :)

1. My little family
2. My friends
3. My extended family
4. The creative force that has lead me here
5. My health!
6. Serendipity and all of it's gifts
7. For all the people reading this, and the time they took to do so

Happy Thanksgiving - I hope it's a wonderful day for you!!

After the Miniature Event

2008-11-24T14:04:39Z

It has been an insane couple of weeks. Between cold and flu season taking my family down for a week, and all the deadlines I've had it feels like I've done nothing but work, and work hard! It has all been worth it though. I have 5 beautiful miniatures completed, I made 13 angel/Faerie ornaments that are being sold at the gallery - and I have $16 in the bank. It doesn't even cover the price of the show - but that wasn't the point of the show this time. The Miniature show was fantastic! We had 300-400 people come through the gallery to look, purchase, and get to know the Art guild here and it's artists. The cookies, hot cider, hot chocolate, and munchies flew off of the tables at an incredible rate. The German "Gluvine" *not sure how it's spelled* was a hit, as was the alcoholic honey cider. Almost everyone sold something, some people sold several somethings. Overall I rank it as a raving success. The economy is such that we would like more sales - but understand if people are tightening their purse strings to keep their families afloat. Were all hoping the economy takes a turn for the better - times are scary right now.

On the upside - I'm going to be contacting a publishing company to see if they enjoy my artwork enough to have me as one of their artists - I'm excited!! Life is a grand adventure - I seek the magic in ordinary things - and if I don't find any - I make some with my art!

Have a wonderful creative day!!

The Experimental Rocket Boot Effect

2008-11-11T14:33:26Z

Ever feel like time not only has wings but has lost all sense of directions save for forward - going really really fast! That's about where I am. I have 5 deadlines I need to accomplish in the next two weeks, and the common cold has taken root in the chests of myself and my children. All I can do right now, is make sure my helmet is on tight and aim myself for the goals I have set forth!! It's going to be a wild ride!! I'll write updates - but for now - I have to get back to it. See you soon!

Tina

Art Gallery Up and Ready

2008-11-02T14:03:06Z

The Gallery has a whole new feel. I was wondering what it would look like. There is photography, glass artwork, pottery, as well as drawings and paintings. I realized that my rose and pig being static though may not be a good idea. I'll let it stay for this round, but I'll discuss it with Mark next time that if he finds a picture or pictures that would fit there better to feel free to switch them out. I hope to have new stuff for next round. It is sooo awesome having a gallery so close to where we are - and being a part of it.

The Miniatures show is in full swing now. I just need to get a spiced wine recipe that will go well in a crock pot, and grill Rosie on how to make those wonderful mini sandwiches of hers!! I have a place for my artwork that will allow me to maintain the food levels and drink outgoings. I even had Tamara (the Miniatures Chair) order me a T-shirt like the ones we'll be auctioning off with the logo for this show.

We were approached yesterday by a couple of guys with an awesome opportunity - pro rated advertisement that will reach anyone walking into a gas station for a couple weeks ahead of the shows were doing = pro-rated since were a non profit group. I think it's a great opportunity for us for certain!

There is so much movement in this Art Guild - so many things going on, and you can feel the energy radiating from the things were doing. We have an awesome inner community withen our incredibly accepting group - a place I really feel at home in. I am making friends, and connections with people I really respect. Some of them have been creating for years, some just picked up a paintbrush - all in all though it's a family - and I'm really glad and inspired to be a part of it!

Mini Me

2008-10-29T13:57:36Z

November first the Gallery switches over to all new artwork save for three pieces. The Support our Troops stained glass piece, my rose and my pig will stay = the rest will be all new. We will give all the unsold old artwork back, accept and hang the new artwork, and plan for a crazy awesome reception on November 22nd. The same night as the miniature show. The Gallery will have a totally NEW feel - I'm excited to see how the energy of the building changes from what it is now.

November 22nd will find me serving cookies, wine, and sandwiches to the public as they come in to view the new artwork at the gallery, AND miniature pictures that 20 incredible artists have made in addition to the artwork on the walls. That is the same night as Starlighting here in Castle Rock - where we officially light the holiday star upon the rock. I have completed one of my mini's and am nearly done with the second and have alot of ideas for more. I just need to get down there today and work my little pencils off!! With Halloween literally around the corner I also find myself making costumes, decorating the house, and preparing for trick or treators. We are going to give out toys and playdoh this year in loo of candy and see how it goes over. The Holiday season has officially started - what a crazy busy time it will be too!

I have updated the webpage ( www.TRCreations.com ) and added two new pictures to the mix in the Gallery section. My rooster didn't win anything in the show that he is in - but I am pleased with the people that did win. The judges wanted unique never seen kinds of things - and the people who won did just that!! They loved my rooster though!! It was a great night! Both of my boys won honorable mention for their unique styles - I'm very proud of them!

A challenge for you - this year for the holidays - make something for someone you love. Something from your heart!

Happy Creating!!

A snowy wednesday

2008-10-22T13:47:09Z

Today finds me holding a cup of hot cocoa, pondering ideas for the miniatures show. The show will be on November 22nd, and hopefully well attended. The little gallery we have can hold quite a few people - especially those coming and going from the star lighting event. We'll have music, hot cocoa, cider, and cookies to entice, and wonderful beautiful artwork to indulge the visual senses. I have one piece nearly completed (just debating the background right now) and several planned out. they are all going to be 5X7 small originals - which I plan to scan to make into prints later. Today I will be updating the webpage with the new artwork I created last month. It's time to recharge the energy on the website and change out a few things to make it fresh - for the people who see it, as well as for me. Putting new completed artworks is always so exciting for me - because I get to share my creativity with the world. It also makes my muse busy with new ideas. I have a beautiful piece I am working on involving an iris that I am hoping to enter into the Romancing the Arts Show in February. I need two more completed works if I want to be able to turn in the max amount for the judges to choose from. The way it works is you turn in slides or digital's of the three pieces you are wanting to place in the show. Then the judges look through all the pictures at once and choose the number of pieces they have room to hang. If they get 300 and only have room for 150 - they have to narrow it down to their favorites. Four judges pick the artwork - none of them are IN the show to make it fair. Your money you send in with the application goes to the show whether you get accepted or not for ribbons, Judges fee's, reception materials, advertisement and things like that. Being behind the scene is just as exciting as being in the show. I'm having fun making things happen this year!

In the Contest in the Show

2008-10-11T17:52:28Z

The artwork for the National Arts show is hung and already been judged. We'll find out the results on October 24th at the Reception. What a wonderful start!! I am uncertain how my rooster stands against all the others in the Professional category - but I am glad I had the confidence to believe I belonged there!

My next show is the miniatures show. I'm gearing to get started today with all the things I want to do. The show will be November 22nd at the Gallery here, and my artwork will be for sale. Miniatures are 1/6 the size of the original if you were to get technical. I'm not sure how exact I will get - but they will all be small paintings or drawings. I got some small 5/7 canvases and have been brainstorming ideas of what I want to do. Of course Christmas themes keep popping into my head. I believe I will just begin and see where my creativity leads me. I'm tempted to do some calligraphy type things with my watercolors - I'm not skilled with water colored scenes - but I do make some lovely scroll type paintings with a bit of research.

This season I feel energized to see what I can do, and then do it even better. I hope to challenge myself - both with a schedule I keep to, and to test my skills as an artist. I hope to surprise myself :)

The Rooster Dash

2008-10-03T13:55:25Z

After an insane week with my pencils and paper my Rooster is finally done. I worked as fast as I had time and ability, with numerous creative "coffee" breaks which included time tickling my sons, smelling the aroma of homemade cooking (my own) and the occasional cookie and milk break - which I savored. With intense deadlines like my procrastination created this time it's essential I keep the promise to care for myself my top priority or the picture will loose it's soul in the process and become just something I made. I stuck to the same recipe as I did with the "Summer Pig" the rooster is in the center with the the background very subtle, and then in a small frame around him are visions of his farm with no people or animals to be seen (although I was sorely tempted to add a chick or two). The reason for this is so that regardless of race, creed, religion, background etc. If the person has ever lived on, been on, or read about a farm in the west they can relate to the picture. Today he will be scanned, and framed - I have to figure out where the best place to scan him is - and I'm short on time unfortunately as it HAS to be ready by today. My weekend is filled with all day events, and the project is due to be handed in on Monday to be hung Monday and Tuesday. Procrastination may have bit me in the butt as time slipped through my fingers like the sand on the beach - but I'm proud of myself. I completed it and I'm VERY happy with the results. The title is "Rooster On Patrol" and he certainly is!! Look for him on the website next week!

Tina

Deadlines

2008-09-28T13:14:55Z

There is nothing like a deadline for an artist to find her (or his) muse quickly. In all the rush to get things done my sketched out rooster is going to have to get all the spare time I have this week save for my sons birthday. Then he needs to get sent to the scanner and printer as quickly as possible and then get matted and framed and ready to hang. My boys are on the same deadline - but I did that on purpose. One week is plenty of time for them to come up with something brilliant and beautiful and focused on the show - whereas if I had made them create it a month ago it would have gotten lost, hidden, destroyed, or they would decide two days before the show they want to create something different. When they get older I'll have them start planning when I do so they don't have to rush (now not being the right example) but until then their best work is done when I work due to the inspiration. Now I just have to find a way to get them to draw something OTHER than a rooster - something of their own design and creative ideas. I want their wonderful fantastic creative force to shine in their own lights - they are night and day different on their ideas and concepts - I really really want that to show for this. I want them to be proud of what they create, and enjoy the spotlight. Regardless of wether they become artists in their lifetime, they will know when they want to create it's worth the effort and attention it will bring them - even briefly. I am a huge believer that every walk of life should have a creative outlet that is their own to express in public or private that allows them to channel the energy of the day, week, month, holiday, moment to keep themselves open minded and connected to the creative force that flows through all of us. I really don't care if a corporate lawyer can only draw stick figures - if he/she is having a bad day - make a cartoon - get it out so it doesn't become toxic!! If nothing else - I hope to pass that natural ability to channel the energy onto the page to my boys, and the innate knowledge that it's okey dokey regardless of what ANYONE says. We can all be critics - but so very few can harness that childlike energy to smear paint and just go with the flow after we become adults - no matter how much we want to. That crazy idea to grab a pencil and draw the baby - no matter if it looks like a morphed elephant when were done. It's not the end result that is the focus - it's the process. If you want a perfect picture keep at it - your desire will drive you to make that line this way, or notice the highlight here or there. But for a moment - it's a doodle, and it feeels WONDERFUL when your done. If you don't think it looks good - stick it in a folder for you to remember - because that moment becomes a wonderful memory and a permanent one. If your reading this - grab a childhood favorite medium - and just DO it - like Niki says. It's worth your time and effort to cater to your heart and soul!

Happy Creating!!

Rooster Time

2008-09-21T18:58:19Z

I can't believe fall is in full swing and the shows are coming ever closer. I've been so busy the time has flown way past the speed of light! So I researched my rooster and know what he's going to look like - now to get him on paper. Still have yet to do the preliminary sketch - but I'll get there. This week is rooster week - he has to be ready to scan, mat and frame by the first week in October and at the Art Show on the 6th. Then I need to kick it up a notch and get my iris done, and some commissioned Christmas Presents that I'm still in discussion about. Not to mention my miniature pieces! So much to do - I'm not just a stay at home mom anymore - I feel like I have wings - and constantly trying to catch up with time - eventually I'll get my balance and be able to do this well and quickly. Yay - here we goo!!

Tina

Did I mention.....

2008-09-18T13:18:43Z

So there are several shows coming up - were in the crunch for the first one. It's called the National Arts Show - and it's a combo National Arts Association ( http://nationalartassociation.com/ ) and GCRAG ( http://www.GCRAG.org ) event. We have 140 people that were accepted and will hang their art at the Phillip S. Miller Library here in Castle Rock. I will have a piece (of which I still need to create) both of my sons will have a piece, the girl next door and so on. It's incredibly exciting!!! The next show coming up is the miniatures show at the Gallery mid to late November. Then in February is Romancing the Arts Show - that's a fun one with some very beautiful pieces! Then it's Art Walk Art Talk in June - which is a demo/art show/sale out of doors - this one I'm head chair for - the others I'm either helping with or Co-chairing. Somehow I went from being a stay at home mom to 90-nothing Art Palooza master in training *giggles*. Pretty cool, I'm learning a TON about the art biz, organizing people and how intertwined the city has to be for an art group like ours to even exist. So if you happen to be in Colorado - check GCRAG.org to see if we have a show going on while your here!

Tina

A busy week

2008-09-12T00:35:39Z

Several wonderful things happened this week. I stood among peers at a town council meeting to apply for a grant for out Art guild. In the process we heard about alot of groups that are growing and helping the community - it was amazing. The one negative is that the food bank here where I'm at - and food banks all over the country - are out of food. The gas prices have raised food prices which have made it hard on families and the demands on the food bank are ever increasing. There was a 33% increase of new clients this past week. What am I doing about it? I'm helping a food drive our guild president is organizing. Food drives at high schools, elementary schools, at offices and such are an excellent idea. It has influenced my art - and this week I found myself drawing and painting much more thoughtfully in regards to our community. I hope to create a selection of artwork that's specifically for donating to good causes to help raise money.

Thoughtfully yours

Tina Nordloh

oops

2008-09-08T01:02:16Z

I typed in the wrong webpage address to follow. it's TRCreations.com or Tragonrydercreations.com I'll write more later - just wanted to add this update.

Tina

Post Grand Opening

2008-09-05T15:09:02Z

This morning I woke up tired and sore, but elated! The Gallery reception was fantastic, and the beginning of a very good thing. It was well received and we had over 200 people come through to view the artwork. My rose and pig as bathroom signs were well received and added a bit of humor to the gallery. The wine poured freely (although not into my glass - doc says NO alcohol) and the cookies literally flew off the platters.

Now I am stuck with a conundrum - the only framed artwork I have left are pieces I can't part with - my gargoyle, my Belly Dancer, Monkey Business (a very early piece) and a nude study I did with permission from a fantastic photography website (that one will never be for sale) So now I sit here with only a few prints as inventory - what's a gal to do! Luckily if I need inspiration I just have to stroll down to the gallery and look at the amazing collection down there to remind myself to get back into my studio and let the creativity flow!! I am allowed to demo my artwork while I work as hostess on the weekends - perfect I think!

My next pieces I'll be tackling include - a study on a beautiful photo of an iris a friend requested, my Rooster I will be doing for the show in October here at the library, and a couple of baby photo's that have been on the back burner for some friends for a few months now. Enough to keep me busy for certain! Only one of those could go into the gallery though - time to put my "get things done" hat on and crank out some real work - no excuses!! I'll have to make sure all the wall space I've dedicated to for the kids gallery is cleared and ready for work to = nothing inspires my two boys like their mom busy making artwork!

My webpage has been updated - and as soon as we figure out the glitches it will be viewable by the public - you can view it at http://www.Tragonrdyercreations.com - that one still works, and the other one should be live soon.

Well time to get caught up on the mundane things I've neglected getting the gallery going, and then I can work guilt free while my youngest is in kindergarten for 2 hours (my blessed 2 hours a day *sighs happily*) *chuckles* nothing like real life!! I choose to make lemonade!

"To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift." Steve Prefontane - co-creator of Niki

Happy creating!

Tina Nordloh

Gallery Reception

2008-09-04T01:51:28Z

I am sooo excited. After three weeks of very hard teamwork, the Williams Law office has new walls with new paint, new trim, cleaner bathrooms, and some very very awesome artwork hanging. The Grand Opening is tomorrow from 4:30 - 7:30. I have 5 pieces in the gallery myself - and have LOVED being a part of everything that's been happening. The good news is that all the pieces I can bare to part with are at the gallery - the bad news is I have nothing framed left to show - guess it's time to get to work huh. I have several pieces I need to finish before Christmas, and now that the gallery is finished I should have some real time to myself to work on it. The fall season is starting to show itself here in Colorado - I'm wondering what the weather will bring. My website has had some things added, the glitches on the pages fixed, and will hopefully go live tomorrow right before the grand opening. I still have some work to do, some art to scan and add as pages to view - but the original webpage is ready on the newer version of Netbeans. So much has happened in the last month. Did I mention I was voted in as co/vice president of the Art guild here in Castle Rock? No more hiding in the shadows for me - I'm in the limelight, and learning the political ropes as I go *pictures self on a tightrope wearing a leotard with a long pole....* Well time to get back to my webpage so I can publish it. I'll post how the gallery opening went as soon as I can. See you all soon!!

Tina

Summer time

2008-06-28T14:07:30Z

The year has gone by like a flash of lightening yet again. Here I am looking at the end of June wondering where all that time I thought I had went to. I have several accomplishments under my belt for this year - which could explain the speed up in time lol. I successfully headed the committee for an art event for my art guild, and we had a very successful event. I, myself, didn't sell anything - but that's no big surprise as I wasn't at my booth more than 45 minutes the whole day. It was my job to collect sight fees, hand out tax documents, make sure the artists had someone to watch their booth while they went to the bathroom etc. Everyone seemed rather happy :). I have also sold a print in the last event I was in, and completed and sent off a commission piece that was such a blast to do!

As far as my art goes - I have enough projects to keep me busy for all summer! I am finally finishing the owl for my husbands Grandmother. I have a beautiful Iris to make into art, and a photo a friend of mine sent for me to do. I also will be designing a logo, and learning how to paint quotes on walls with zero mistakes! I've taken on a side job too for a fund raiser making bracelets from thin ribbon and pony beads to help raise money for art prizes for a big event were doing that anyone with any level of talent can enter.

I'm afraid my summer will fly by even faster than the first part of the year. Guess I should start brainstorming ideas for Christmas cards now huh lol. I hope to get a family pictures into these cards if I have to draw it myself lol.

I got a new computer program to help me update my webpage - the one I was using got outdated and corrupt. I can't wait to get all the artwork I've been working on up there!

See you soon,
Tina

A new chapter

2008-02-06T18:21:03Z

This morning I awoke elated. As a stay at home mom my dedication has been to my children. To their care, and to taking care of those needs. I drew and painted when I could - but it was sporadic, and my collection of finished pieces is eclectic to say the least lol. However my youngest child is about to start school in the fall - something I've waited for not necessarily impatiently - but with anticipation. I will have two hours to call my own, to create as I feel - and to truly find out what I can do. Today that desire to become a known artist (I'm not aiming for fame - but to sell artwork you have to get your name out there) was affirmed. I stopped at a coffee shop to see what it was like and they are currently accepting artwork from local artist, and they offered to take a look at what I've done. It's got a heavy red, yellow, and dark wood feel to it so the artwork I bring in should be either complementary and blend in or stand out in a way that's not garish but doesn't blend in. I have a few pieces in mind - but I think my belly dancer is officially mine :)

Tina

A year later

2008-01-25T13:54:31Z

I took a year off of creating to grieve and find my footing in this new place we have moved to. I have found an awesome art guild, and have had the chance to get to know my family all over again. My young boys have grown and will both be in school here soon - giving me time I have waited a long time for to myself to truly focus on my artwork. At the moment I'm dedicating an hour a day to my artwork - I have no particular goals beyond consistency. My web page is going to go under construction here soon - it's been so long since I've added or changed anything. I'm back in the saddle so to say, and I'm ready!

Tina

What a crazy year

2007-01-12T13:31:12Z

My life has been turned on it's ear and shaken up. In september my mother n law was diagnosed with cancer, we decided it was time to move back home to be closer to family. We got everything lined up to move out to be with the family during the time my mother in law was failing in the hospital. She passed in late October. It takes time to sell any house, and things fall into place as they should when the time is right. Our old house sold right after Christmas, while we were with our family in the new location. The new house was purchased just after the new year. At the moment we are facing snow storms and very cold weather - as most of the US is. Most of our possessions are in storage while we fix up the new place to live in, and I am looking very forward to having my art table and supplies withen reach to play with. Watching my mother n law fail as she did made me realize I may only have a short time, and if I don't do something with what I have been given I may not get the chance. Mortality is something we all face during funerals and as we grieve - I am choosing to reach for the stars and hope to blaze a path of my own. I miss my friends dearly in our old place, and the shock of death and relocation is starting to sink in. However there have been so many serendipitous events that I am certain this is where we belong right now. 2007 is a new year, a new beginning and a new world to explore. I face it head on, artistic tools at hand, and my hair blowing wildly as I take a ride on a Dragon to seek the stars.

Busy Summer

2006-08-16T13:11:37Z

With two days of summer before my child goes back to school I realized that I've been so busy that my web page and my blog have had no attention!! I've created and drawn and painted the summer away but I've been so busy my computer has been quietly off for most of it. Unfortunately life doesn't look like it's going to slow down until after september. At the moment I'm making ren fair garb for myself and a few others, and although I'm so busy I can't see straight - I'm loving it and learning a great deal. I've also learned how to paint manuscripts and am learning calligraphy. I've been weaving trim, collecting fabric, quilting, drawing, and gaining skill in tailoring. All this while being a stay at home mom with kids home for the summer (chuckles) Time is going by lightening fast - and I'm in the thick of it truly experiencing and loving it!!

family or art

2006-05-06T14:17:33Z

Sometimes life has it's own plans. This last month was one of those times. It's the end of the year, and life has gotten rather busy. No matter though - I'e continued with my artwork when I can, and been a mom the rest of the time. Currently I'm exploring cartooning, the human body, structure, and detail to increase my skill. My desire is to quickly make an accurate sketch any time I wish drawing accuratly and precisely the position, expression, and actions of those around me to capture life as it unfolds. I'm taking this year to increase my skill, and explore different types of art to see where my heart lays.

Goals

2006-04-07T01:58:58Z

I bought a 100 page notebook in 9X11 sheets, and my goal is to fill it. No rules, no expectations - just show up to the page at the times I've set aside and draw whatever strikes my fancy. I'm on my third picture so far, and it's going very well. I've finished two pieces of artwork in the last month - and hope to add a third in the next couple of weeks. Fantasy has a firm grip on my pencil. It's wild - I'll find a picture and start cooking up ideas while I'm taking care of my family, and then by the time I get to the page it grows a momentum of it's own. I've never had artwork do this before - at least not since my doodles from high school eons ago. When my portfolio was stolen I lost steam and sort of died inside. Now as I'm rediscovering what it is to be an artist I'm learning to accept myself as a person - sounds strange eh - but it's true. To create from the soul one must know the soul from where it's coming from and give permission. I've posted a collection of things I've done over the years on my web page (TRCreations.com) and realized that even though I wasn't drawing I was consistantly creating - it's been an awakening for me, and feels pretty good. I'm curious to see where this leads.

Busy Busy!!

2006-04-02T17:11:18Z

It is going to be a busy day today. I have several things planned for the web page, pictures to add, galleries to reconstruct and reconfigure. I've got my HTML hat on!! I have posted my newest picture, and hope to post some of the 3d artwork I've made over the years - I'll be adding a 3d gallery with my clay creations, weaving, and of course the quilting projects I do with a couple gals here in the city. I have a feeling this busy day is going to turn into a busy week!! One of the goals I have artistically is to take my digital camera and capture some photo's of the busy birds at work, flowers blooming and various other spring activities - blowing bubbles seems to be a renewed activity around here! Well I'm off to make changes!!

Changes and Explorations

2006-04-01T02:38:46Z

It's been a busy few months. Being an artist and a mom doesn't always go hand in hand - and as a result it's easy to get lost in life and loving my children. I have, however, begun learning how to balance the things I want as an artist and my life as a mother and wife. It's taken withdrawing from what my life was and begin restructuring it so that peace and sanity are commonplace instead of the crazy schedules we had going on before. I've finished two pieces this last month, and hope to add much more this year. The TV stays off, the phone stays quiet, and other distractions have been cut out - and to be honest I don't miss them! It gives me more personal time with my family, and time to explore and focus on my artwork. This last piece i finished felt awesome to complete - not sure where it came from - but it sure was fun to do! It's a celestial themed piece - with a twist on the traditional. I hope to have it posted in the next day or so.

Busy with Christmas

2006-01-05T04:27:41Z

I apologize that it has been so long. The holidays had me busier than I ever expected. I have been creating heavily, but not for the website or my shows. I was making lots and lots and lots of Christmas Presents for friends and family. Just about everyone is wearing fleece now in some form or another - great stuff!!