Monday, May 02, 2011

Resurfacing



After the Paper Packets project culminated in our show, I took a deep dive.  I really needed a break from it all.  So no art since the 15th of April.  Now its time to get back at it.  I have a few ideas of where to go with my Claiming Sanctuary series (using papers from the paper packet project) and I have a new work I want to start for a very special baby named Ava.  I also just delivered 3 works to the first ever all mixed media and collage gallery show in our area.  Its about time!  That show begins May 5th and runs a month at the Old Jail House in Woodstock, Illinois.  Also I have a May 30 (or so) deadline to submit the works I want to hang for The Land Conservancy "Art of the Land" show in September.  It is really nice to be juggling these shows.  

Back to the Paper Packet artist reception.  A nice evening was had by all.  I think we stirred the pot a bit with these works and I was so proud of all the emerging artists.  I was overwhelmed when I viewed all the finished and framed pieces.  Absolutely amazing.  A few of the works sold as well and that was just icing on the cake.  I'm not sure how we will top this project.  It was a while in the making and I so appreciate all the artists sticking with the program.  I think it was a real learning experience for me in that while I have been in gallery shows, I never have been on the planning side of a show.  I can't thank Lucy enough for her support and guidance.  We learned the hard way.   There are things we will do different next time for sure.  But all in all, I think the show was a success.

Finally, on April 24th, Easter, my father-in-law turned 88.  Here are my twins helping him read a card.  Dear Jack is in the throws of Alzheimer. It has been a long road for my husband and his sister.  My husband and I feel pretty useless.  Between running our 3 teens around and all the other baggage associated with them, it has been hard to be there for Jack.  He is deteriorating quickly.  My sister-in-law is a saint.  She has been running interference between his doctors, psychiatrist, and the woman who runs the home where Jack is living.  It has been a nightmare for her.  Hopefully his meds will be figured out soon and prescribed according to his needs. 

Hopefully I will be in the studio at least one day this week.  Prom is Friday and it is Kaitie's Senior prom.  Big day.

K

5 comments:

PaintingsbyLinda said...

Great slide show. Loved looking at the work. Good Luck with the Show. Very exciting. Also nice pictures of your family. Happy Birthday to your Dad!

Anonymous said...

Hey Kathy-

Thank you for posting the slideshow Kathy. My hat is off to you for all the time and heart you gave to this project. I sincerely enjoyed exporing the subject you challenged us to ponder. This experience really opened my eyes and heart in ways I never anticipated. When it was all said and done, I have found myself wanting to continue exploring what it means to be a "steward" of God's creation. Thank you!

And BTW "No Refuge" has found perfect refuge perched right on top of our piano. I'll post a picture on FB... ;)

Good luck getting through Prom night...lol and my heart goes out to your family with your father in laws Alzheimer's. That subject hits close to home as well as I know first hand how difficult that can be.

May the creative force be with you-

Brandie

Anonymous said...

Hey Kathy-

Thank you for posting the slideshow Kathy. My hat is off to you for all the time and heart you gave to this project. I sincerely enjoyed exporing the subject you challenged us to ponder. This experience really opened my eyes and heart in ways I never anticipated. When it was all said and done, I have found myself wanting to continue exploring what it means to be a "steward" of God's creation. Thank you!

And BTW "No Refuge" has found perfect refuge perched right on top of our piano. I'll post a picture on FB... ;)

Good luck getting through Prom night...lol and my heart goes out to your family with your father in laws Alzheimer's. That subject hits close to home as I know first hand how difficult that can be.

May the creative force be with you-

Brandie

Anonymous said...

Hey Kathy-

Thank you for posting the slideshow Kathy. My hat is off to you for all the time and heart you gave to this project. I sincerely enjoyed exporing the subject you challenged us to ponder. This experience really opened my eyes and heart in ways I never anticipated. When it was all said and done, I have found myself wanting to continue exploring what it means to be a "steward" of God's creation. Thank you!

And BTW "No Refuge" has found perfect refuge perched right on top of our piano. I'll post a picture on FB... ;)

Good luck getting through Prom night...lol and my heart goes out to your family with your father in laws Alzheimer's. That subject hits close to home as I know first hand how difficult that can be.

May the creative force be with you-

Brandie

Kathy L said...

Thank you all! Brandie, you rock!