Monday, June 25, 2012

"Bear in mind that although we may all start in one place, writers do not move in the same direction. As soon as that starting gun fires, some writers sprint into the woods; some slam the gearshift into reverse; some jump up and down; some amble towards the concessions area."
http://summer.putneyschool.org/content/adult-workshops

I'm heading to the concession area... anyone need anything while I'm there??


Sunday, June 24, 2012

Working in a Series with Lisa Call

I have started a new online class with Lisa Call. Her work is so precise and consistent, she definitely has an identifiable "look". Plus they are so interesting to look at! Each one seems to have its own story.

Her class, Working in a Series, was getting rave reviews on one of the Art/Quilt lists I follow, so I checked it out. It sounded awesome, even though I'm not sure I'm really ready for this level, and summer is usually so busy, so not great timing, but... but... And then... the PayPal button made it just a little too easy, and so here I am, first week into it!

My series will be based on my Artem quilt













I will be painting quilted surfaces to look like natural patinas found objects that are rusted or show layers of paint. We have another lecture tonight and I will start quilting tomorrow!