Full studio syndrome. This week I have a lot going on.
No things finished. Lots of things cooking.
Lots of things interesting me. Here’s what I have hanging on my easel:
Tree limb variations. Light on dark, dark on light. Varied palettes.
Last week I wrote about one of the experiments I thought I really did not like. That must have kicked off a competitive spirit in me, because I decided I really wanted to make it into something I do like.
And I’ve been working on it this week. In parts, on my worktable, almost there:
I started with one of the PhotoShop mockups I shared last week, the one I felt was most successful.
What I discovered is that these very hot, intense sections needed some places of rest and calm beside them. And, as I put it together, some things evolved. I changed the top right to red. The sections that were just a solid color, I added some pattern, though I kept it subtle.
I’m pleased with where it’s headed Still to do: playing with some transparent squares to create more depth and a sense of looking through a layer. And, of course, I need to do the binding and finishing.
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Meanwhile, I am looking forward to an exhibiting opportunity here in DeLand. For those readers who live in or near DeLand, hope you will be able to see this exhibit.
I delivered my selected pieces today.
The Hand Art Museum is on the campus of Stetson University, my alma mater. This beautiful space will be exhibiting works juried from DeLand-area artists who were part of the 2025 Studio Tour.
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Last week I shared some thoughts from my heart, sharing my despair and anger about the US government’s current direction. I was overwhelmed by responses from readers of like mind. Thank you for your encouragement. Thank you for taking time to write to me. Let us continue to stick together and to fight, each in our own ways and with our own abilities.
For all the artmakers: Happy creating
For all the art lovers: Happy appreciating
Thank you for reading. I always enjoy questions and comments.
--Bobbi
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