Thursday July 22, 2010
Check out the coolio glasses!
Next up and currently on the “ponder table”, Carla’s stuff! Some very cool textiles including dyed cheesecloth, cowhide and lace edging. The glasses I might snarf for myself. 
Only four more days of the Tour and then I’ll be back in the saddle again … the training saddle that is, as my knee feels ready to start tackling something other than walking. The last set of shots has taken longer to get over so I’m hoping those ligaments are finally tightened up for good.
Have a bunch of new projects to whet my appetite … an altered shoe show courtesy of Tricia’s Ten Women Gallery and my interest in canvas work has been peaked too. Took this photo of Granddog Figs & Stella hanging out watching the world go by and I can just see it as one of my scenics. Time to haul out the Epson to the studio!
Dog Days of Summer
Monday July 19, 2010
… apparently. As the days start to heat up, I head to the studio which provides a bit of respite until 4 o’clock or so when EVERYWHERE just pulsates. Been hearing the tree frogs whine earlier and earlier each day. Dog days of summer indeed!
Anyway. On to Teri’s stuff!
A few years ago I did a collaboration with Deryn Mentock. She asked me to create an assemblage that would hold a necklace she’d created based on the theme Valley of the Bones. I loved the idea and indeed, enjoyed the finished product (you can see it here). As I kept pondering Teri’s objects, I was divided. I definitely wanted to incorporate that glass rod … swoon… but my initial idea of a piece of jewelry couldn’t fathom its weight. Then it occurred to me … assemblage AND jewelry. In doing so, I had to use a few key pieces of my own, but I’m pretty pleased how they both turned out. You be the judge!
Boxed angel
Necklace
Assemblage & Necklace
Judah and Teri, these will be sent out this week sometime! On to Carla’s stuff…
Monday June 28, 2010
Currently on my “ponder” table:
Assemblage Challenge - Teri's Stuff
Teri’s stuff came so lovingly wrapped …
Teri's stuff lovingly wrapped
… and is a very interesting mixture of things she’s picked up on the streets, in the parking lot, on the beach (I think because one of the pieces was filled w/sand!) … concrete marked w/cross hatching, rubber circles, smooth pebbles, wee toys … the detritus that we overlook as we make our way through our days.
It’s going to be an interesting challenge to create something cohesive, something to honour … commemorate … these treasures. I’m waffling between standard assemblage and a piece of jewelry. Teri, do you have a preference??
In case you’re interested I’m also posting a better photo of Cynjon/Judah’s finished piece below.
Friday June 25, 2010
So there have been earthquakes in Ottawa, tornadoes in Midland and Jen is in the studio. Yes dear readers, the end IS nigh!! 
Some of the unsold work that has been at The Flying Pig was returned to me, so I’m adding them to etsy. I figured, Why Not?!? But if you see something you like and for whatever reason don’t want to go through etsy but want that piece, lemme know and we can work out a deal!
Long-timers may recognize some of the mixed media pieces from artsomofo way back when – 2007? 2008? Ack! Can’t remember. A favourite of mine, if for no other reason than its title makes me smile “Sometimes A Frog Prince Is Just A Frog”, with the central metal piece dating back to when I did Stephanie Lee’s book project by project.
Sometimes a frog prince is just a frog - detail
And. AND! I finished Cynjon … Judah mea culpa Mr. Man! …’s assemblage challenge (hide your eyes if you want to stay surprised). I know. I can’t quite believe it either. Here’s the finished piece … a rather HORRIBLE photo but ’twill have to suffice for the time being.
Assemblage Challenge - Cynjon/Judah
Teri, your “parts” are being pondered on the table … can you BELIEVE it?!? I know. Me either!!
ETA: A MUCH better photo of Cynjon/Judah’s finished piece:
Assemblage Challenge - Cynjon/Judah's Finished
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