Tyler Lotz Ceramics

Anyone who knows me, knows I am crazy about ceramics. I dabble a bit myself, and enjoy mud immensely. Through the fabulous Bibbi I found Tyler Lotz. The above photo is but one of his many beautiful works. Such a pop of inspiration for a Monday morning!

Seen and Unseen

A new show went up last night here at the gallery. Three locally talented women - Amber Lavalley (our wonderful wonderful intern), Judith Heller Cassell, and Mary Bullock - plus our good buddy sculptor -Adam Pearson. We are thrilled to house such local talent and proud of the mix so stop by tonight if you are in our little city from nibbles and sips from 5-7 p.m. The show will also feature for the month eleven new monotypes by Edibeth Farrington. They are holding the Lovely Hearts place for February!

100% map

a collage sketch done yesterday with a map of California.
Size is 30 inches by 20 inches. Click it to enlarge and find Fresno!
I did this one yesterday with my younger students - meet "Map man". Perhaps perfect for today's Illustration Friday prompt 100%...it was 100% fun to play with this!
Too late for Mapping the way, but perhaps it fits better with our next show Seen and Unseen. More on that before the opening!

I want to ride my bicycle

However the two feet of snow prohibit it. When it does clear, perhaps I will get one of these little numbers to strap on the front . A girl can dream of green grass again can't she?We live close to our place of work and this year I intend to ride there more often. This would help schlep the stuff around more. Available at one of my favorite stops Kiosk.

To resolve or not to resolve?

one of my tiny art pieces "at odds" available at my etsy shop
I am one of those people who don't really believe in "resolutions". I find them a sure fire recipe for disaster. Instead perhaps:

• Take stock now and again.
  
• Live each day fully.
  
• Make positive changes in yourself which you would like to see in others.
  
• Actually listen to others.
  
• Quit your agenda.
  
• Love deeply.

But please, don't ask me what my resolutions are, nor share yours with me. I will feel responsible if you don't keep them. (yes, I am smiling, you know who you are...)
Mostly my point is this: Don't beat yourself up, love yourself for who you are and what you can do. Sure, a kick in the behind is always good, but don't be the first one in line to hurt yourself. Change comes best in a loving environment it seems. So love yourself, take care of yourself, and most of all, take time for yourself. Just do it. (Nike said it) and I have adapted it along with my extensive list making which I totally abandoned last year.
Yeah, it's a little controlling, but at my age, it's good to have it in writing.

Which is all the nudge I need to resolve to be a better person in '08. I think I might have to get some of these lovely papers to make my lists on this year. They are so much fun! From BoyGirl party at etsy right here. They are so cute I would just have to follow my list!

Lovely Hearts 2

Yes, here it is! The Lovely Hearts 2 is rolling out the carpet for all artists,designers, and crafters both established and emerging, to exhibit and sell in our exhibition. Time is short but I know you people are talented so get your entries in! Remember, it's about LOVE, not just hearts. You can interpret it anyway you wish. You can enter up to three works for the jury process as before. We will be using three jurors for the process this year to create and curate a lovely event again.
Feel free to grab the beating heart code here, and post about it to spread the love. This year we have another wonderful evening planned with music, chocolate delights and lots of affordable (all under $100) small art available. Can't make the party? Not to worry, you can show your support by buying online at the shop. All the work will be available there.

Happy 2008!

my name by heather smith jones, originally uploaded by artstreamstudios.

Yes, it is snowing yet again here today on January 1st. We have another 12 inches of white puffy light powder.
I wanted to show you the nice gift I received from Heather Smith Jones over Christmas.
I simply love her work. Don't forget, it's in the shop too still! Use this code:DECEMBER07 for free shipping until January 4th, from all of us at artstream, Happy New Year!