it comes in three...

Bad luck that is..

The last two weeks have been dreadful and I apologize (to myself mostly) for not keeping on this blog as I promised I would. Bad days, and bad luck have plagued my last two weeks and I am glad it is over. Now on to better days and better luck....

Betsey Johnson Black Tag Label 2011

As of late all my money has been going toward necessities, bills and supplies for my upcoming July show. I have never in my life wanted to just go out and buy myself clothing and shoes more than I do now. Being without that new pair of shoes, jeans or tee has made me feel awful and I ask myself why? And I have no answer to give myself except that I just want it.
To make matters worse the amazing Betsey Johnson has come out with what can only be my ultimate dream wardrobe. Lush blacks, deep, rich berry colors, animal print, sparkly flower embellishments and some kick ass boots. I love the lace pattern that is seen in the clothing is repeated in black in the hair. It's the coolest hair tattoo.
I must somehow win the mega millions so I can sashay my ass down the street in this collection.

Lickable Wallpaper for Nursery Walls...

I was commissioned by my cousin to paint flowers on the wall of their new nursery. Easy right? After plotting out the design,tracing out twenty daisies, leaves and swirly dos I began to paint. I figured I would use acrylics because it is a child's room and you know they lick and touch everything. They also dry quicker, etc, etc.
Well I HATE them! I longed to use my blend able, smooth and creamy oils. I fought the wall texture and fought with the paints on one flower for about an hour trying to blend and shade and highlight!! I finally gave in, loosened up and it worked out. Next work day should go by smoother!!! (hopefully)




Here are the two flowers I fought with. The smaller one is almost there. I will tackle the bigger flower next time!!!



Better images of work and me working soon!!!

Dogs

In a recent interview I did for Woodward magazine I was asked " Have you ever had a bad expereince with a dog?" I laughed at the question and imediately said no. I really couldn't think of a bad experience I had with any animal. I thought about this question again today and remembered this picture. This old man lived next door to my grandparents. I remember I would look forward to taking a walk with him and his dog. It wasn't a bad experience at all. I just really wish I could remember the dogs name. :(

Miss April

Miss April: "Creatures and Creeps"

Website...finally

Lyric Show at 323 East Gallery!!

I absolutely can not wait for this show to open. Not only is it at the gallery I work at but it's also curated by Glenn Barr, an amazing Detroit artist!
For one whole month I will be surrounded by works of art done by some of my favorite artists. Brandi Milne & Kathie Olivias are just the tip of the iceberg of fabulousness!!! :)

ice daggers and motivation....

I went to walk the pup this morning and I spotted this ginormous icicle on the edge of my house! I couldn't believe it.



As I walked down the front steps I spotted a whole row of them!!



Mother Nature also decided to dump about 6 more inches on us this weekend. Thankfully I made it home from my errands on Saturday just as the first flakes started to fall.



The other day my good artist friend, Audrey sent me a wonderful link to this helpful artist site called, ARTONOMY. It has really made me think even more about how much work it takes to be a successful artist. The best thing is the creator speaks to us unsavy computer users so I even understand! I signed up for her daily newsletters and they really have helped me stay on track and set goals. Hopefully I can get my self together to be able to promote and successfully sell my work by my July show!!