tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55656017835416373292024-03-14T01:12:28.603-07:00A Tattered CanvasFantastic pieces of my mind lay here.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02081376321456168636noreply@blogger.comBlogger96125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5565601783541637329.post-72794320836260042642013-08-20T21:26:00.000-07:002013-08-20T21:28:16.858-07:00The Art of Frustration
That point at which I sit and stare at everything with complete disgust. I hate feeling like I am staring at wall. A big blank wall of nothing. It's discouraging. Everyone hits their uninspired moments differently. I will get through it. This little chibi is the best example of that feeling.
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02081376321456168636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5565601783541637329.post-55603843312589810142013-06-04T18:15:00.000-07:002013-06-04T18:16:42.398-07:00Canvas Chat with Artist Minda BachelorMinda Bachelor is a multi-talented artist living in Jacksonville, FL. I first met Minda at an art-swap and paper making event hosted by Local Artists Coming Together (LACT). Since then, I’ve had the opportunity to not only see many of her lovely works of art, but to also witness their creation while learning the art of Pysanky egg decorating from her. By day, Minda is an educator, so teaching is Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02081376321456168636noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5565601783541637329.post-20365511678160685832013-05-23T09:05:00.000-07:002013-05-23T09:05:11.695-07:00Busy!So, I haven't written in a couple of month, not unusual for me. I have been very busy! Making everything from amigurumi to wire wrapped jewelry. I also had my first show in March it was a fantastic experience. I have participated in some unique events and have some coming up as well.
I am going to keep this short and post some of my recent work. I will be writing Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02081376321456168636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5565601783541637329.post-16143537322955126332013-03-13T19:57:00.000-07:002013-05-23T09:06:00.032-07:00Anything Helps A Community Project
"Anything Helps is an ongoing community awareness project designed to increase interaction through art & good deeds. The premise is that any
contribution to the community, whether through art, donations, kind words, or a smile, makes the community stronger, closer, and better able to help those in need[Anything Helps.]"
My first interaction with the lovely people of Anything Helps, were Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02081376321456168636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5565601783541637329.post-6253937556212057122013-01-27T14:30:00.001-08:002013-01-27T14:41:37.071-08:00Canvas Chat with Lance Partridge
Lance Partridge is an artist whose work I viewed on my first trip to Art Walk. At first glance I was drawn in by the surreal black and white worlds he had created. Each one holding a tiny spot of color that drew me in deeper. Part of it was like looking into something out of a daydream. Each piece is its own fragmented world. My interview with him reveals some about the daydreaming and the Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02081376321456168636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5565601783541637329.post-80962158478726352152013-01-23T17:38:00.003-08:002013-01-23T17:38:33.065-08:00Amigurumi Poe Bunny!
So I've been very busy with various projects. During all this busy time I met Minda Bachelor at a LACT event. She's a local artist who happens to make a variety of wonderful pieces. I absolutely adore her "Poe Bunnies."
Who is Poe? He's her Mini Rex rabbit. He's is a gorgeous shade of black and absolutely adorable. Poe is four years old and was born on Friday the 13th! Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02081376321456168636noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5565601783541637329.post-48029608554608485382013-01-16T13:43:00.000-08:002013-01-17T06:31:42.177-08:00Canvas Chat: Meet Artist Jeremy Spicer
I approached my most recent encounter, with a horror artist, with apprehension. I briefly skimmed his work before we talked about it. I will say it, I was downright terrified. His name is Jeremy Spicer, he runs Germ Spider Designs. Despite his terrifying work, he's pretty down to earth, normal guy. I will admit his clown pieces are not my favorite. I don't like clowns. In fact, I hate Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02081376321456168636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5565601783541637329.post-45738919993467576272013-01-13T16:18:00.000-08:002013-01-13T16:18:38.517-08:00December in One Lump
I've been a tad busy working on multiple projects. Since, November I have completed multiple pieces, traveled and attended the LACT Art Exchange..I did finish my self portrait painting for series III. However this time I did not place. I'm okay with that. Painting myself took me out of my comfort zone. So the experience itself was rewarding enough. The painting took me over Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02081376321456168636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5565601783541637329.post-54591881680766913132012-12-19T11:16:00.000-08:002012-12-30T18:33:10.371-08:00Time for a Giveaway!!!!!!
So as I noted on my Facebook page that once I received 100 likes. I would do a give away!!!
Well here it is!!!
The Giveaway
A needle tatted lace necklace with copper wire bird's nest. The eggs are dyed blue jade and the necklace is accented with Tiger's eye. Also a full set of Artist's Series II Cards.
How to enter:
There are three ways to enter. Yes, you can Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02081376321456168636noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5565601783541637329.post-8556618723696657782012-12-17T13:28:00.000-08:002012-12-17T13:32:43.215-08:00Canvas Chat : Meet the Artist Sky Susan
Recently, I had the pleasure of interviewing artist Sky Susan Sommer. Sky is a native of Valdosta, Georgia. Being the daughter of a Navy family allowed her to travel rather extensively in her youth. Her travels included: Japan, Korea, China, India, South America, Central America and the Philippines. Her favorite place she’s traveled however is Hawaii. In 2008 Sky moved to Jacksonville with Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02081376321456168636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5565601783541637329.post-44665667375631828262012-12-04T06:19:00.000-08:002012-12-04T06:19:32.128-08:00My Crochet Hooks have been busy!
I like to crochet but, I have to be in the mood for it. My family recently became larger with the addition of my new niece Hannah. Her mom is a big LSU Tiger fan, so I asked if I could make Miss Hannah a hat in the team colors. After acquiring the yarn colors of choice, I sat down for pattern research. I have made hats before, just not a hat for a baby. I think my blonde cap mustAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02081376321456168636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5565601783541637329.post-54902336035568656172012-11-28T06:56:00.001-08:002012-11-28T06:59:39.848-08:00Canvas Chat: Meet Artist Kevork Boyrazian
All right here we go! This week's interview is with artist, Kevork Boyrazian. He's a ball point pen artist who focuses on photo realism. His pieces are breath taking. First glance sometimes it can be hard to tell the difference between a photo and an illustration. I had that issue when I first saw his Bruce Lee piece. Two of his pieces are featured in Local Artist Trading Initiative, Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02081376321456168636noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5565601783541637329.post-61232396109293882472012-11-27T19:12:00.000-08:002012-11-27T19:12:10.132-08:00Dream Catchers and Self Portraits
So recently, on a trip to St. Augustine, I spied a large rainbow dream catcher.The colors were very vibrant and it was also adorned with rainbow feathers and capiz shells. I figured since I know how to make a small dream catcher let's make a ginormous on. This of course meant another trip to Hobby Lobby.
Its a good thing, I invested so much into my needle tatting supplies, because the Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02081376321456168636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5565601783541637329.post-38787141907918463792012-11-23T19:07:00.001-08:002012-11-24T19:06:44.836-08:00Canvas Chat: Meet Artist Dan Davis
This week's interview is with artist, Dan Davis. He's another very talented member of LACT, guild. He's one of the members featured in Artist Series II : Heroes. He also has an awesome mural of Five Points at my favorite pizza place, Carmine's Pie House.
TC: Tell us a little about yourself?
Dan: I am 41 and have been drawing and painting since I was a youngster. I am one of the founders of Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02081376321456168636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5565601783541637329.post-69125697709306479702012-11-23T10:30:00.001-08:002012-11-23T10:30:38.432-08:00Trip to Georgia! Part 1
So I took a little vacation up to Georgia to visit family and recharge my creative spirit. I arrived early Saturday morning at the festively awesome house of Heather Ozee. Heather is my cousin and she's awesome. She's also an amazingly talented artist! I spent the day celebrating her oldest daughter Roxy's birthday and the evening we spent together painting. There's just something awesome aboutAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02081376321456168636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5565601783541637329.post-34585684231741775402012-11-08T12:47:00.000-08:002012-11-08T12:47:43.047-08:00Canvas Chat: Meet Artist Nick DunkensteinHere we are with another very talented Artist from Local Artists Coming Together, Nick Dunkenstein. Let the chat begin!
Tell us a little about yourself?
I have a hard time describing myself to people, I never know what to say and others tend to do it better. I guess thinking of words to use to explain my character can vary, but I guess I’m just the normal person always wanting to Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02081376321456168636noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5565601783541637329.post-34602104914211922672012-11-07T09:33:00.001-08:002012-11-07T09:52:58.211-08:00Painting in Progess.
I have my own painting ritual, its one that takes time, silence and patience. I have recently endeavored to push my skills to a new level, past their previous marks. In stating that, I decided to take on a portrait project. I had inquired a friend of mine many months ago if I could paint her daughter, Olivia. Just recently finally cleared a Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02081376321456168636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5565601783541637329.post-3363734855594515032012-10-24T08:12:00.000-07:002012-10-24T08:12:02.194-07:00Canvas Chat: Meet Malorie Shannon , Artist and Jewelry Designer
I have the pleasure of introducing Malorie Shannon artist and jewelry designer. Her pieces are beautiful and her earrings are unique. I met her through Local Arts Coming Together{LACT}. Without further adieu, meet Malorie Shannon.
Tell us a little about yourself?
I am 54, a wife, a mom of 3 grown children and an artist. I have spent the majority of my life in Florida, with my family Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02081376321456168636noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5565601783541637329.post-84424963172740726872012-10-17T08:12:00.001-07:002012-10-17T08:12:16.191-07:00Canvas Chat: Meet Kyle Willis
Here's my next interview, its of professional Artist
Kyle Willis. I met him through the group Local Artists Coming Together on Facebook. His work is detailed and the photo realism is amazing.
Tell us a little about yourself?
Well, I like craft beer, heavy metal, and long walks to the mailbox. Seriously though… I’m 34. I’ve lived most of my life in Florida. I am Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02081376321456168636noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5565601783541637329.post-48833718745286335272012-10-16T09:05:00.000-07:002012-10-16T09:05:31.527-07:00Sometimes I dream about Pink Elephants....
I really wanted to paint this piece. I suppose part of it was from an old commercial for, Ellie the Elephant. Also, parents gave me a pink elephant swizzle stick for my 21st birthday. The elephant broke off the swizzle stick awhile back. I have been keeping the tiny glass elephant in my terrarium. My best friend loves elephants as well. She was also a huge influence on this Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02081376321456168636noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5565601783541637329.post-78763512303432377432012-10-11T08:20:00.005-07:002012-10-11T08:35:42.345-07:00Canvas Chat : Meet Artist and Historian Jennifer Teeter
Jennifer Teeter
I have the pleasure of introducing the wonderfully talented Jennifer Teeter. I stumbled upon her work by accident a few years ago while I was in Atlanta for a gallery opening of Screaming Silently. Her brother and my husband happen to be very close friends. We stayed at the Teeter Residence during our visit. The room we were in showcased some of the most beautiful Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02081376321456168636noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5565601783541637329.post-30657412397015179362012-10-10T11:08:00.001-07:002012-10-10T11:47:08.445-07:00Tatted Awareness Ribbon
New project, its Breast Cancer Awareness Month. So I thought I would make something simple that can be worn in support. It can also be made in any color to support anything form of cancer and so on. For the Pattern go here!
Tatted Awareness Ribbon
Enjoy the project!
Happy Crafting,
Sorianna
To find out more you go here
National Breast Cancer Foundation
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02081376321456168636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5565601783541637329.post-3140598803370842292012-10-06T17:01:00.000-07:002012-10-06T17:04:19.419-07:00The Samurai's Last Ride at Sunset
"The Samurai's Last Ride at Sunset"
Watercolor and ink on water Color paper.
This painting is in honor of my Father. I lost him in 2007, to several health complications. He always supported me, in my every endeavor. I chose a samurai because he told me, that he lived his life like a Samurai warrior with his candle burning at both ends.
He was my father and my hero. Dedicated in memory of Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02081376321456168636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5565601783541637329.post-7740053832877117872012-10-02T17:52:00.005-07:002012-10-02T21:50:20.171-07:00Sunshine: A Needle Tatting Pattern
So, I've been a little busy lately and things have been super crazy here in my mad scientist lab. I have been making monsters, and whale tails. Needle tatting and crocheting as much as possible. So many ideas and so many projects, with so little time. Here is my newest instructable for a tatted sun!
Sunshine: A Needle Tatting Pattern [Featured!]
I entered it in a challenge on Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02081376321456168636noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5565601783541637329.post-73997881213835987192012-09-12T08:35:00.002-07:002012-09-12T09:45:10.107-07:00Canvas Chat: Jeremiah Moore
This interview needs very little introduction. I'll let the interview do the work, meet Jeremiah Moore, professional artist.
AtC: Tell us about yourself in a short bio?
J.M. : My name is Jeremiah Moore; I’m an avid professional artist that should probably finish college when I find the time. I have quite the sordid past, having been quite the rebel in high school (althoughAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02081376321456168636noreply@blogger.com0