Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Monday, July 12, 2010
Art Camp Take II
Okay people, it is the second session of art class at Camp Jordan and this one takes the cake! Literally. Everyone had a blast last Friday night and how could you not when your subject matter is a fabulously festive birthday cake and your instructor is the enthusiastic, multitalented artist Mrs. Lisa Jordan. In my opinion, if you are considering attending a class and you are a bit timid when it comes to painting, ease into it and begin with a still life subject.
Below is the finished product/ teaser for the class to be held on August 12th. Sign up for classes as soon as possible! Lisa will soon be unveiling images depicting the upcoming holiday seasons! I wait with anticipation to see what Lisa has planned for Halloween!!!!
How fabulous is this painting of your very own front door? You could paint this for a house warming gift for a friend, newly weds for their first home or take the image and have cards printed for your very own Christmas open house. Wow!
Lisa's wall of fame! Totally mesmerizing, inspirational and hypnotic. How could you not create when surrounded by these wonderful original works of art? What makes the wall even more special and personal is that each of Lisa's family members has had a hand in painting several pieces.
Do you see that spectacular little calf in the center of the picture? I covet him!!!! I am not forecasting anything, but if it were to suddenly disappear you might find it somewhere in the Tucson, AZ region. I want to say the creative mind behind this little guy is none other than Lisa's youngest son, Spencer.
Note: If you do decided to attend a class, try to make it a "girl's night out". We gathered together our own Goldsboro Posse. We laughed and had a great time, plus we made plenty of new friends and contacts in Greenville!
Hers is the talented teacher, Mrs. Lisa Jordan renaissance woman extraordinaire. Quickly take a seat, class is about to begin!
The ever looming blank, white canvas. Intimidating at first, but once Lisa begins slapping the paint on effortlessly all your inhibitions are out he window!
My partner in crime, Tiffany. I just hope we can "squeeze" in one last class before Tiff's due date. Isn't she just precious!!
Yikes, I did not know they let men take classes? Maybe she is just a man trapped in a woman's body.
Ta-Da! See everyone can do it! The best part of the evening is the unveiling and comparison of each ladies artwork. They are all so unique! Each person's personality is expressed through their painting. Those who are outspoken and vivacious seem to be heavier on color and looser in their lines, while those who are somewhat reserved are more precise and "color within the lines".
My masterpiece! I think I am going to take it a step further and add a little Mod Podge around the icing of my cake and sprinkle it with a few mica flakes! We will have to see how that turns out. Also, if you wish Lisa will attach a spectacular array of glorious ribbon to the top of your painting to "jazz it up" and double as a hanger. (See first image @ top of page) It only costs a few dollars extra, way worth the added touch, plus now you can hang your painting on the wall, by a suction cup in a window or greet birthday party goers at the front door in place of a wreath! The possibilities are endless!
Overall, the best souvenir of the evening is artistic fuel and inspiration!
Below is the finished product/ teaser for the class to be held on August 12th. Sign up for classes as soon as possible! Lisa will soon be unveiling images depicting the upcoming holiday seasons! I wait with anticipation to see what Lisa has planned for Halloween!!!!
How fabulous is this painting of your very own front door? You could paint this for a house warming gift for a friend, newly weds for their first home or take the image and have cards printed for your very own Christmas open house. Wow!
Lisa's wall of fame! Totally mesmerizing, inspirational and hypnotic. How could you not create when surrounded by these wonderful original works of art? What makes the wall even more special and personal is that each of Lisa's family members has had a hand in painting several pieces.
Do you see that spectacular little calf in the center of the picture? I covet him!!!! I am not forecasting anything, but if it were to suddenly disappear you might find it somewhere in the Tucson, AZ region. I want to say the creative mind behind this little guy is none other than Lisa's youngest son, Spencer.
Note: If you do decided to attend a class, try to make it a "girl's night out". We gathered together our own Goldsboro Posse. We laughed and had a great time, plus we made plenty of new friends and contacts in Greenville!
Hers is the talented teacher, Mrs. Lisa Jordan renaissance woman extraordinaire. Quickly take a seat, class is about to begin!
The ever looming blank, white canvas. Intimidating at first, but once Lisa begins slapping the paint on effortlessly all your inhibitions are out he window!
My partner in crime, Tiffany. I just hope we can "squeeze" in one last class before Tiff's due date. Isn't she just precious!!
Yikes, I did not know they let men take classes? Maybe she is just a man trapped in a woman's body.
Ta-Da! See everyone can do it! The best part of the evening is the unveiling and comparison of each ladies artwork. They are all so unique! Each person's personality is expressed through their painting. Those who are outspoken and vivacious seem to be heavier on color and looser in their lines, while those who are somewhat reserved are more precise and "color within the lines".
My masterpiece! I think I am going to take it a step further and add a little Mod Podge around the icing of my cake and sprinkle it with a few mica flakes! We will have to see how that turns out. Also, if you wish Lisa will attach a spectacular array of glorious ribbon to the top of your painting to "jazz it up" and double as a hanger. (See first image @ top of page) It only costs a few dollars extra, way worth the added touch, plus now you can hang your painting on the wall, by a suction cup in a window or greet birthday party goers at the front door in place of a wreath! The possibilities are endless!
Overall, the best souvenir of the evening is artistic fuel and inspiration!Sunday, July 11, 2010
Art Appreciation
Well, I cannot give a valid explanation as to why I have not posted an entry lately, but I suppose I have been experiencing a creative & inspirational (emotionally spurred) slump! I do not know if it is the heat or a combination of the climate and my current housing dilemma..But thank goodness I have found my muse! Here it/ she is:
Marjorie Rose Powell is my favorite folk artist extraordinaire! If you are not familiar with her work let me bring your cultural side up-to-date. She is a self taught artist born and bred here in North Carolina. Her paintings are in galleries across the U.S. and Europe. Her art work and subject matter is simple (almost childlike), yet never the less mesmerizing. If you do not catch yourself smiling when gaze upon her work, there is clearly some thing wrong with you and the right side of your brain!
One trademark of Marjorie's is the color! The color! Can we talk? The color in her artwork is truly energy on canvas, which brings her work to life! I guess that is why folk art is often mistaken as child's art. What could be more flatting in my opinion. You can just see a child coloring and testing every crayon in the box! Maybe that is another reason for her popularity, because it conjures images from our childhood and overwhelms us with glee. Her work is incredibly personal and whimsical. Each painting is painstakingly and meticulously detailed, sort of like a Where's Waldo? poster. You will catch yourself shouting out loud, "Look did you see that over here? and another person will proclaim "look at that detail under there!"
Once you encounter a Marjorie Rose Powell original, I promise you will feel compelled to buy one of your own. Pictured above is my first Powell acquisition I purchased at the Wayne County Art's Council silent auction last year. Though fabulous, it still was not enough to squelch my desire to own more! So, on Friday it just so happened I had to add to my collection. I quickly justified my purchases (due to the stress of "the move") and added to my hoarding addiction! The first painting is titled "Waiting to be Weaned". As a dog lover, she had me at Woof! Then, the coup de grace is the Halloween painting titled "Fabulously Brave Trick-or-Treaters". If you know me and my love for everything Halloween, I need not say more? S*O*L*D!!!!
Marjorie Rose Powell
www. marjorierose.com
Marjorie Rose Powell is my favorite folk artist extraordinaire! If you are not familiar with her work let me bring your cultural side up-to-date. She is a self taught artist born and bred here in North Carolina. Her paintings are in galleries across the U.S. and Europe. Her art work and subject matter is simple (almost childlike), yet never the less mesmerizing. If you do not catch yourself smiling when gaze upon her work, there is clearly some thing wrong with you and the right side of your brain!
One trademark of Marjorie's is the color! The color! Can we talk? The color in her artwork is truly energy on canvas, which brings her work to life! I guess that is why folk art is often mistaken as child's art. What could be more flatting in my opinion. You can just see a child coloring and testing every crayon in the box! Maybe that is another reason for her popularity, because it conjures images from our childhood and overwhelms us with glee. Her work is incredibly personal and whimsical. Each painting is painstakingly and meticulously detailed, sort of like a Where's Waldo? poster. You will catch yourself shouting out loud, "Look did you see that over here? and another person will proclaim "look at that detail under there!"
Once you encounter a Marjorie Rose Powell original, I promise you will feel compelled to buy one of your own. Pictured above is my first Powell acquisition I purchased at the Wayne County Art's Council silent auction last year. Though fabulous, it still was not enough to squelch my desire to own more! So, on Friday it just so happened I had to add to my collection. I quickly justified my purchases (due to the stress of "the move") and added to my hoarding addiction! The first painting is titled "Waiting to be Weaned". As a dog lover, she had me at Woof! Then, the coup de grace is the Halloween painting titled "Fabulously Brave Trick-or-Treaters". If you know me and my love for everything Halloween, I need not say more? S*O*L*D!!!! The lesson learned here is: buy what you love, appreciate art & the art world, and let others inspire you through their creative talents! I must go forth now create.
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Too Hot for Mother Nature?
Okay, I am from Texas and I know hot, and let me tell you it is HOT! Today I have been sitting at the computer attempting to recuperate from, well lets just say the past week, and the entire time gazing at me through the window have been these two little visitors.
Are they staring at me with envy because the cool air from the vent is blowing my hair or is it my dogs laid out like wet towels all over the floor? I swear the Robin is nearly panting!
While the robin seems to be dieing of thirst, farther down the same brick wall is a very comfortable squirrel. I guess this guy decided to stretch out and make the best of the shade. He has been there forever just looking at me. I did not know animals were voyeurs. I wish I could open the window and invite them both inside. Should I turn the t.v. to the nature channel and hope to see a documentary on aquatic life? or would that be torture?
Finally, Mr. Squirrel could not take it any longer and has made a complete 180.
Are they staring at me with envy because the cool air from the vent is blowing my hair or is it my dogs laid out like wet towels all over the floor? I swear the Robin is nearly panting!
While the robin seems to be dieing of thirst, farther down the same brick wall is a very comfortable squirrel. I guess this guy decided to stretch out and make the best of the shade. He has been there forever just looking at me. I did not know animals were voyeurs. I wish I could open the window and invite them both inside. Should I turn the t.v. to the nature channel and hope to see a documentary on aquatic life? or would that be torture?
Finally, Mr. Squirrel could not take it any longer and has made a complete 180.
Friday, June 18, 2010
The Artist inside You!
Attention All Artists (and aspiring artists) here is the perfect opportunity for you to express your creative side! Yes, I promise anyone can do it! My very good friend Lisa Jordan (artist, crafter, creator, decorator, overall doer extraordinaire) has imaginatively devised a new trend in "home parties". She provides the place (her home in Greenville, NC), supplies, and directive talent for you and a group of friends to learn how to paint on canvas. Here are all the details:
- $30.00/ person (with approximately 16 people in a class)
- Hosted two to three times a week (book your spot now, I hear she has a waiting list a mile long for the upcoming classes!!!!)
- Starts on a week night at 5:30pm
- Each person brings snacks and/or drinks
- 5:30 - 6:00 everyone socializes
- 6:00 Class begins and last until about 8:45 or 9:00 (time flies when you are having fun!)
This is the classroom. Everyone has their own paint, brushes, aprons, and easels at their workstation.
These are the paintings for future classes this summer. TO DIE FOR!!!!
The tulip still life is from the first class. These paintings are the finished product for each class. Just choose the one you like best.
If you are a beach lover, you will flip over these festive beauties!
Okay, I know what you are thinking....Are you crazy? I promise you anyone can do it! I think all the women there were a little intimidated at first, saying..."I do not know why I am here, I can't paint!" Well yes you can! Lisa is the best instructor. She will put you at ease and walk you through it step by step. It is a fool proof process!
In the beginning.... I attempted to photograph my artwork in stages, but as the class went on it really began to build momentum and suddenly you are completely engrossed in your painting. Oh, p.s. yes, she already has the image you are going to paint, drawn out for you on your canvas. I know, I think a bunch of people were sweating the drawing part of the class, but were relieved to know it was paint-by-numbers if you will. Whew!!!!
Is that Picasso? No, though it is my good friend Tif diligently working on her masterpiece!
I about died laughing when we went to pay Lisa for the class and asked Tif if she needed some change to which she replied...."no, my husband left me the exact amount of money for camp today!" 
Me.
TA DA!!! The group photo of art class. It was a pleasure to see everyone artwork when they were finished. The diversity was so awesome! No two were the same, which was a good thing! Plus, it was neat to see how everyone interpreted colors and textures differently.
Me.
TA DA!!! The group photo of art class. It was a pleasure to see everyone artwork when they were finished. The diversity was so awesome! No two were the same, which was a good thing! Plus, it was neat to see how everyone interpreted colors and textures differently. Overall, a complete blast! I highly recommend you "hop" on over to Lisa's email: whostheartist@yahoo.com and get on the list A.S.A.P.!
The fruits of my labor. How cool will it be to hang this puppy out for Easter or simply year round in the kitchen!!
The fruits of my labor. How cool will it be to hang this puppy out for Easter or simply year round in the kitchen!!
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Life Hanging in the Balance
Glorious RAIN!!! Thank goodness yesterday evening we were blessed with a much needed rain shower! Finally, I get a day of reprieve from the monotonous chore of watering and resuscitating my plants. Why is it water from the hose does not have that magical taste that rainwater can provide? Sort of like when I give my dogs their medicine wrapped in an off brand, cheap piece of cheese. First, they spit it out and wait for the good stuff, Velveeta! But when they realize that is all they are going to get, they reluctantly gulp down the orangish yellow lump laying on the floor before them. So, until the next rain I guess my plants will have to drink the "off brand" generic tap water.
I love these tiny hanging droplets, just waiting to give life to what lies below.
P.S. Thank you Shane for my wonderful new camera! It has allowed me to capture images such as these. You are the best!
I love these tiny hanging droplets, just waiting to give life to what lies below.
P.S. Thank you Shane for my wonderful new camera! It has allowed me to capture images such as these. You are the best!Thursday, June 3, 2010
A Girly Must!
Okay, I confess, I am attempting to download my New York pictures so that I can blog about my trip, but while stumbling around on flickr I discovered this to die for image. What a smashing idea and alternative to framing a little girls dress! How easy is that I ask you? Plus, I think it looks much better than when people suffocate dresses in a shadowbox. This has got to be less expensive as well. Just go to your local Salvation Army or Goodwill and simply buy an over sized frame. How easy and idiot proof is that I ask you? You could frame a child's christening gown, their take-me-home outfit from the hospital, a beautifully smocked birthday outfit........endless possibilities! Now, can I find a frame large enough to display my wedding gown?
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