Process opening at the Anton Art Center

The opening was a success and the show looked great! Thanks to all for coming.

Sketchbook Drawings

This sketch of a hive I do not remember drawing before I became sick.
This drawing was one that I did while recuperating and trying to relax.

Work in Progress to Gallery Installation

I am documenting the creation of a piece that I am working on for the Process show. I will continue to update as the work continues.
I start with a really rough sketch of what I want to make.I then make lots of drawings to create images that will tell a story.
Next, I scan in the drawings and print them on strong paper any size that is appropriate for the project.Then, I cut the images out and make them into little objects or silhouettes to be photographed in a staged setting. The stage is coming together, it is three feet wide. I am planning on adding some lights.Here are a few of the animals and domestic objects that I will be using in the series.

a closer view of the strange world
I have added some pink and purple lights, and begin taking photos.

One of the final images from this series. I will be showinng this in the Process show.Packing everything up to take to the gallery.Ryan, Alison, and I hang the work in the gallery.

A detail of the installationThe final installation.

Here and Now: Graduate Degree Exhibition of Cranbrook Academy of Art

I attended the opening opening of the Graduate Degree Show at Cranbrook Academy of Art and it was fabulous and I loved seeing all of the art and artists. It was great to connect with some old friends.
My sister, my daughter, and myself in front of Dave Lambert's work.

Go check it out for yourself.

Here & Now: 2008 Graduate Degree Exhibition of Cranbrook Academy of Art
April 19 - May 10, 2008
Opening Reception: Friday, April 18, 6-8pm
Cranbrook Art Museum, all galleries
Cranbrook Art Museum
39221 Woodward Avenue
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48303
Hours: Wednesday - Sunday, 11am- 5pm; Fourth Fridays, 11am-9pm including April 25. Open late Thursday, May 8, 11am -9pm. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays.

Work of a fellow Print Media student, Iris.

Process Exhibition

I have been asked to participate in the exhibition titled PROCESS at the Anton Art Center which is part of Art Detroit Now. Please join me in celebrating at the opening!

Silver Medal Exhibition in Detroit, Michigan

I attended the opening of the Silver Medal Exhibition at the Scarab Club in Detroit last night. My friend, Julie Prokop won Honorable Mention for her piece titled, How To Ruin A Birthday Party.
The artist serving orange cake with no silver wear at the show opening. My daughterenjoyed eating the frosting.

Mailed and Mounted Opening

I attended the Mailed and Mounted show opening last night and was excited and surprised to learn that my entry had won "Best in Show." The postcard show was really inspiring with a large variety of work from artists from all over the world. I met a lot of great people from the Anton Art Center and reconnected with some friends from Cranbrook Academy of Art. I was honored with the award and so happy to be able to see how stunning the Art Center is in person.

My daughter and I near the entry from my friend Julie Prokop.

A photo of the exhibition space during the opening.