These are the latest works…they will be showing at DenverCORE (6th & Inca) for November. Group Show with Jennifer Mosquera and Reed Weimer.
Opening Reception: First Friday November 6 6-9 pm
New Small Collages Aug 2009 August 12, 2009
This format of the 4 x 7 inch canvas is very satisfying to work on right now. It is fun and the pieces are affordable. I am loving working with all kinds of papers–wallpaper, foils, book pages, found papers, etc…I have been using more cutting tools besides the scissors. It is challenging to work in the small area…some of these are definitely blueprints for larger works in the future. These new pieces and larger ones are showing right now at The Tap Room at 2201 Arapahoe in downtown Denver. Go check it out! This place is really cool and the people are too! Great raspberry beer!
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- original collage on board, 7 x 4 inches, SOLD
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- original collage on board, 7 x 4 inches, $22
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- original collage on board, 7 x 4 inches, $22
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- original collage on board, 7 x 4 inches, $22
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- original collage on board, 7 x 4 inches, SOLD
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- original collage on board, 7 x 4 inches, SOLD
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- original collage on board, 4 x 7 inches, SOLD
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- original collage on board, 7 x 4 inches, SOLD
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- original collage on board, 7 x 4 inches, SOLD
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- original collage on board, 7 x 4 inches, SOLD
Trust we Must – My New Series July 5, 2009
I just hung a new show at Pablo’s on 6th and Washington in Denver (thru July). This newest series is such a break from my last work in that the collage pieces were laid down with complete trust–no labored arranging and re-arranging. It feels good to trust my own intuition in creative process and in life in general. Click here to visit the online gallery of new images.
As life unfolds, I see it is true that with radical trust, life reveals itself much more beautifully when I can let go and live free of anxiety and worry. How much control do we really have? What does “take control of your life” mean? I can make choices in my mind and in my daily actions and then the rest is up to life and for me to trust and move. The ultimate trust is that we will live to see another sunrise and another moon and even another full moon. Trust is trust and trust we must. Trust inspiration to show you something about yourself. Trust your strength to change one little thought in the mind to repattern into something more life-affirming. Trust that your life will unfold in a kind way, that reality IS kind and full of possibilities. Trust intuition. Trust connection. Trust love. Trust your Self and get anchored in your life.
Update! May 24, 2009
Birdhouse with Sun-Kissed Roof
June & July 2009 – I will be showing my newest work at Carol Mier Fashion (754 Santa Fe, Denver, CO). I am excited to be showing at Carol’s space. Her fashion is amazing! Hope to see you come down to First Friday this Summer. It is wild!
And thank you to all who came to my art opening at Metropolis. It was one of the most successful openings I have ever had. And so many friends and wonderful people came by.
Art is not a Luxury March 17, 2009
I refuse to add mind energy to the collective belief that in “these times” art is a luxury. Because the truth is, in “these times” art is our definite connection to ourselves, to eachother, and to the divine. And like my cousin Phil says, “Art is never a luxury just like air, water and food. Cars are a luxury. Lattes are a luxury. Art that inspires, intrigues and questions is a necessity.”So if you see some art that you absolutely feel and it is realistic to own, but you don’t think you can afford it up front…consider that a lot of artists are willing to work with buyers. Yes. The connection and communication felt in experiencing art is real, timeless and important, and you might as well indulge in this awesomeness.
Especially in “these times”–which are always the times…purchasing art is making an investment in that little lit place in your heart. Then you can always visit that ember there and stoke your remembrance and remember and remember…
Words & Work March 11, 2009
I believe that in connecting to artists from the past, through viewing their work or reading their writings, I am fueled in the present. In particular, the late artist Agnes Martin comes to mind. In her book, “Writings,” she touches on something very profound. She writes,
“Say to yourself: I am going to work in order to see myself, to free myself. While working and in the work I must be on alert to see myself. When I see myself in the work I will know that that is the work I am supposed to do.”
As an artist, I feel it is one of the hardest things to write an Artist Statement because the process of following inspiration and the journey of creating and where you end up is such a very abstract experience. I don’t set out to create an exact image from my mind. Instead I experience the “seeing myself” in the work and going from there. When a piece is complete, I step back and see something of myself that had not even existed in real time and space before. I can realize that certain pallettes and shapes and compositions resonate with me and then try to interpret them as a deductive process. The interpretation is a means of communicating something back to myself in words as well as to the viewer of the work.
Newest Collages January 17, 2009
"Floating" collage on board, approx 40" x 16"
My collages are taking a new direction–a little looser, a little more daring in the balancing. There are still the elements of “stacking” or “building,” but with more chance for mobility.
"Blossom" collage on board, approx 27" x 7"
January 17, 2009
commission piece for Sippel family
Here is a photo of the latest commission piece I completed. The piece was inspired by the falling leaves and interior colors of the family’s home. I created the linework while outside, and the whole time tiny yellow leaves were falling all around. The window is from the home of family who commissioned the painting.
Anderson Commission July 23, 2008
Here are photos of the Anderson commission I just finished. This double window diptych was for the wife’s birthday. The windows came from her childhood home.
Wallace Commission July 23, 2008
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Here is a photo of the Wallace commission piece I completed in July. It is mixed media with acrylic and glass stain on a salvaged window approx. 23 by 36 inches. I am really inspired to be working on the glass again!
This window came from a friend’s home.
