flowers galore!

After many days of collecting and cutting bottles, the actual installation took just two. I had the wonderful assistance of my friend Elizabeth, check out her window at http://a-hoax.tumblr.com/

ostriches!

This past fall I was lucky enough to have the chance to make a life size ostrich for the store and it was decided that I make a baby one to keep it company! It was very much loved by costumers, though some seemed to think it was a turkey.

back at it again

Looking oh so stunning as I work away on a new tunnel book/shadow box. My goal is to have it complete and another started before the end of February.

life has gotten in the way

Photos by Kathleen

I can not believe how fast these last few months have gone by! It's been wonderful and difficult all at the same time. I lost my very dear dog in January. But a terrific little puppy has since come into my life. She keeps me busy, but also prevents me from completing any personal artwork. So for now, here are some pictures from the adventures of Ellie. We met my friend Kathleen at Jekyll Island and had a beautiful weekend. 

kathleen stalzer

I drafted this a long time ago, and figured it was finally time to share!

I was in the BFA program at FSU with Kathleen Stalzer. She's a very dear friend, and I love her photography. She keeps me laughing with her quirky sense of humor that often comes through in her images. I also love her self portraits.

val britton

traces of us, 2007

traces of us (detail), 2007

Where could you have been, or where could I?, 2006

Where could you have been, or where could I? (detail), 2006

I discovered Val Britton's website a couple years ago, when I was doing extensive internet research for inspiration and ideas for my grad show.  Whenever I need motivation, her site is one I return to. Her work is exquisite. I love the soft colors, and the combination of drawing, collage and embroidery in her recent work.

peter callesen

Big wave moving towards a small castle made of sand, 2005   

The Lost Sheep, 2006            

The Lost Sheep (Detail), 2006

Traces In Snow, 2005    

Traces In Snow (Detail), 2005

Erected Ruin (Detail), 2007

Impenetrable Castle, 2005    

Impenetrable Castle (Detail), 2005  

If it's possible to love someone for their art, I love Peter Callesen. His work is incredible, the detail is amazing. His pieces are dreamlike, humorous and sometimes have a dark undertone. They make me want to laugh and cry at the same time.