Some Odd Bits....

Here are some Oddities from the past....

Hey, Girls...

The art piece is in progress! I'm hoping to have it completed by the weekend. There are three panels measuring 30" x 30" each. I wanted to do something to tie into the venue yet still showcase my Oddities. The title is "Pure" reflecting the pure ingredients used in Aveda products. I have also incorporated some natural beeswax.

I have attached a sneak peek at the beginning process. I lined the girls up for an audition-- only three made it!

Countdown!

I met with K at my ArtPrize venue last night. My spot to fill is HUGE! Time to start creating the piece! The Artist Reception is September 26 (the day before my birthday). My piece is due by September 17. So I have about a month to create a masterpiece Whimsical Oddity. Eeep!

I'm Back.

Whoa! I haven't been here for a while.

Updates:

My project was picked up by a venue for ArtPrize, a local competition here in Grand Rapids, MI open to any artist in the world. I was an avid observer last year and decided to enter this year. Unfortunately, there were some timing and technical difficulties between my venue and I, so we were unable to get the "connection" in by the deadline. So, I am not officially "in" ArtPrize, but the venue is still showing my piece. So that will be fun!

Also, it looks like I am back in the portrait photo biz. I had a photo studio 3 years ago and have since given it up to art direct full-time (yes, a desk job. I have been cubicled). I have started offering limited sessions due to high demand. The most recent sessions this week included a Medieval War fought with foam weapons and two adorable sisters. I may have to start a separate blog to share my normal photos. I really don't think a teenage girl would like to be posted as a "Whimsical Oddity".

C (spouse) and I are collaborating on The Sketchbook Project, a world-wide event where your completed sketchbook goes on tour ultimately ending up in the permanent collection at The Brooklyn Art Library. There are several themes to choose from for your sketchbook--we chose "Raining Cats and Dogs". Having 3 cats certainly feels like it's raining cats at our house!

So stay tuned to hear more about my ArtPrize piece! It is categorized as a Whimsical Oddity-- more details soon!

Ready For Some Nature.

I'm ready to head to the woods. I need some nature!

Well, minus the mosquitoes.

Lucky Teachers

A large percentage of my friends are teachers. Tomorrow is their last day of school. I certainly envy them at noon tomorrow! Here is a photo of some of my teacher friends from last summer.

How Exciting!

Well, I finally entered an art competition. My Whimsical Oddities will soon be FAMOUS! Ha!

Now, just waiting for a venue to accept us.... I'll keep you posted!