Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Apartment work stalled, new work to begin in another week


OK so the work on the apartment has slowed to a HALT... The beginning of school sure put a damper on the progress, but after this weekend things are looking up again. Hopefully we can finish the small room to the left by the end of October and then slowly start the rest of the apt in Nov and Dec, planning on finishing it up around Spring in 2010. The studio is in working order but a long way from organized! Wish us luck as the progression happens. We really need mom here to help make the detailed decisions and of course write the checks... Hope everyone is enjoying the cooler weather!

Saturday, September 26, 2009

And then there was ART


For me the moment I finally realized that I had to make was late in my college career, after going through many boys and majors I finally found my place, a place I was always familiar, somewhere that I felt welcomed and at home, a place full of acceptance and sorrow and joy but a place of honesty. FInally a place I could express my life, my feelings, my joys my sorrows and be completely honest with myself and the world without being offensive or direct or even scared. For me this was a beginning and an ending, like a birth. I could finally begin the life I knew I was meant to lead and to never question or doubt, never falter or quit, to continue without fail no matter what obstacles have been put in my way and I can tell you their have been some roadblocks. Yet I continue... Art is as much a part of me as my children, I cannot imagine a life without them. Thank you to the ones who helped bring me to my beginning! I owe you my life.

I know a bit deep and I usually don't go there, but I felt it should be said so with honesty I said it in a way that I understand and those on the journey will also, those that were there with me and those that will come after me, never quit! It is as much a part of you as you hand that helps you create or communicate with the world. Always give more of yourself than you are ready for and you will succeed. Follow your own path and you will find joy and believe in yourself even when others don't, you will survive. Keep creating!

Wednesday, September 23, 2009

Update

Just an update and a cool photo from the fair that Brad took. David had his first official horseback riding lesson today. He had a great time! What a beautiful night to ride, Photos to follow. I also picked up a few commissions tonight so all in all a great evening! I get to paint the side of a barn, I haven't ever done this before so it should be fun! Looking forward to a great Fall and cooler weather, I get a lot more done in the fall and spring, it is amazing how much the weather can affect my mood! David and I will be in Lubbock until Friday night so we will see you all when we get back!

Monday, September 21, 2009

Already planning for Spring


OK, so today I realized as I was contemplating plans for the Spring semester that I have not made figures in a while, so I plan to refocus my energy on them. I believe I fave a new strength and will be able to express more than I ever have before. It is time. I am ready to expose that part of me and I believe that the new work will be well received. I will work on the new series at the same time that I am working on the Autism exhibit with my family. The photo to the right is a very tame example of the new direction I will go with the work, I will work with a combination of modeled and cast forms to express my journey as a woman, mother, wife, child, sister, daughter, lover, artist, teacher and friend. I hope this first piece from an old series about "nesting" will give you a glimpse into my ideas. I really need to get a better picture of this work... Stay tuned for more updates soon to come. I will also be posting progress on the new studio soon.

Sunday, September 20, 2009

A Double Rainbow Just Appeared


What an interesting evening. A clear cool day just turned into a overcast rainbow filled sky with thunder rolling in from the northeast. Should prove to be a nice night. We are making all the important decisions on how we will set up our studio and the work on it should begin within the month. We can not wait until it is up and running as a fully functioning studio. We will post pictures as the work begins. We are expecting mom to come and live here soon so her apartment construction is underway. I have been filling y sketchbooks with ideas for our big show about autism and can not wait to get started on the major pieces involved. Currently I am just trying to keep afloat with my teaching load and parenting responsibilities. It is a lot to juggle but somehow we manage to get it all done. Have a blessed week as I only hope to post on the weekends for a while...

Saturday, September 19, 2009

First Blogging Day

Today has been a day to catch up on rest, allergies are horrible and no art is getting done... but work somehow continues to get done. I am married to a very motivated man! : ) We are still working on the mother in law suite behind the studio (pictures to be included soon). The boys are four weeks into school and doing great! David (8, 3rd grade with Aspergers Autism) started at a new school this year and is doing great! We have been so fortunate to have great teachers and support staff working with him. He continues to do therapy at home with me and tae kwon do and horseback riding as supplements. William (6, 1st grade, neurotypical) is also excelling. He is also riding horses and learning to be a cowboy as we just bought a 4 acre ranch for the studio. Brad is working hard as always and continues to learn more about himself and us all as he now has room to play on the ranch. He finally has his own space and is thriving! I am exhausted and worn down, but somehow am able to function in a fairly normal capacity. Of course, that depends on who you ask...lol. I am still teaching part time and loving it! Still making art and of course being a wife and mother to some of the best boys! We are continuing to work on many show opportunities including the Autism, The Art Show. We are working hard on the new studio in preparation for a grand opening, by then we should have a decent body of work to show in there! Hope y'all can come and visit one day, but for now we are definately under construction.