Monday, July 16, 2012

Creating Treasures

I've had so much fun this summer creating new items and have discovered a few new metals to work with that I haven't explored before, steel and tin. WOW! These metals are great for metalsmithing techniques and offer more toys to play with. You might be able to relate by comparing the film camera with digital. Digital has relatively no expense when taking a photo but film would cost about a quarter for each photo. Now your not going to play much when your throwing quarters around. You don't play much when using Sterling Silver either, at least not with the current prices but wait until you play with tin! I encourage you to try it!


This month, I'm featured as the Box Factory Artist of the month! The Box Factory is an awesome old building with vintage decor and wonderful old brick throughout. Over 40 artists have studios, most are working studios, some are for writers who offer classes to inspire and encourage fellow artists. We offer three galleries for artists and have the most incredible leader, Ali Hansen. If your thinking of having an art gallery in your area, Ali offers instrumental advise. Her enthusiasm is contagious and she even has time to work on her own artwork! Here's a link to the webpage.









Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Journals and Book Making

Journals are a great way to protect memories! I'm experimenting with different types of journals created from fimo clay, stoneware, sterling silver, and copper journals. Creating these books is inspiring.


I'm working with handmade papers, vintage papers, and adding watercolor papers to the journals. Going to my favorite antique store has lead me to discover unique and interesting books to alter, from prose to art history books. I bring the cool ones home and cut out poems, save pages, and photos. My collection is growing and includes an awesome poetry dictionary from 1870.


I'm wondering who else is enjoying journaling? I love writing and jotting down art ideas in my journals. Oh yes, and I always carry a journal to jot down ideas! Do you carry a journal? Is it handmade?