Pinteresting Dresses and Art Concepts

Do you Pinterest? It's a virtual corkboard where you can pin images from anywhere on the internet. You can organize your pin boards, title them, and, like other social media sites, follow boards, leave comments, and share by repinning to your boards, or posting to other social media.

I discovered it in a design blog that came across my Twitter feed this June. I really love the concept, and have found it to be useful (really, it's not just a time vortex to redecorate your house with things you could never afford anyway). It's a place to keep things you want to look at again without inundating your "favorites" bar with links or taking up hard drive space with images, and saves on printer ink. For example, I am pinning inspiring dresses that may become fodder for my pastel dress drawing series.

I have also used it to compare paper samples, image concepts, and pricing for wedding invitations. Friends and family across the country were able to access invitation possibilities in a straightforward way, without having to click through a bunch of links in an e-mail. I am also using it to store art concepts and favorite artists, as well as art project ideas for my students. I imagine it would be a great place to keep recipes, gift registries, a log of books you've read, vision boards, etc. If you'd like an invite, let me know. Feel free to follow!

How to Print a Linoleum Block

The other day, I invited people into the studio to view a printmaking demonstration on my small proof press. I was printing a linoleum block that I had carved for the cover of my brother's wedding invitations. Here is the quick "how to" video recorded that day on my phone (all in one "take").




I printed 80 images that day, and am happy with the results. The words were printed with a copy machine, then the paper cut to size. Here is what they look like up close:

Stay tuned for other "how to" videos, and maybe some printing classes too!

The Great Title Search

After many discussions, suggestions, and research, I now have a list of title choices for my new series of blogposts in which I design a room, starting with a piece of my art. Others are encouraged to share how they have styled their rooms and show off how my art "lives" in their homes and offices as well.

Please help me choose a Title by taking this uber-short survey (one one question!). You can click on this Blog's title, or click on the link below. Thank you in advance for your time and help!

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/LNBJXPQ

Book Signing w/ Local Author

I didn’t feel like the savior of the universe. I was afraid of tiny cliff sides and dead animals. But I didn’t have a choice; people depended on me-- millions of people. My life was no longer my own. Just as the Mangitor de Sangue’s was not their own.

You've just read an excerpt from the book Propheticus: The Migliao by local author Emma Daley. The first novel in the series, The Mangitori de Sangue is a story of romance and mystery. This book offers readers more action and adventure, venturing into an ancient world that follows the characters on a dangerous journey to find out about the prophecy of The Dark Angeli (book 3 of the series, scheduled to debut in 2012).

Emma will be at my studio on Saturday, July 9th from 5 to 8 pm to autograph and discuss "Propheticus" her new Sci-Fi Romance series. Be the first to grab a copy of this just-released book and speak to the author herself! 

Congratulations! Drawing Winner & 100 FB Fans

Congratulations to BRIDGET ROSE SHANAHAN who was randomly chosen as the winner of the small print on the Heather Green Studios Facebook page. In honor of reaching 100 "likes" on the page rather organically, I decided to do a giveaway of a small collagraphic print, matted to 5"x7". I used the true random number generator, which kicked out 87. Bridget was the 87th person to "like" the page (not including myself and my married self, who are listed as page administrators), so she was the lucky duck!

Since Bridget lives in Bisbee, she is able to come to the studio and choose a print for herself. Here is what she chose:

If you would like to keep up-to-date on events and giveaways like this one, please "like" my Facebook Page www.facebook.com/heathergreenstudio

Paper Quilts

I just sold the only paper quilt that I had, which I LOVE... So, I made some more! They are from collagraphs (texture prints), which were made from different kinds of tape--you know, masking, scotch, strapping, etc.Here they are:

COACHELLA!!!!

Going on this wekend . . . here's a playlist for listening pleasure:

http://www.playlist.com/playlist/21482973963/standalone

Listen to this playlist: Catawampus

Click on the title to go to the playlist. (I removed the automatic player, as catawampus music can sometimes be a lot.) Good, clean fun.

Help Pick the Catawampus Soundtrack!

Jeff and I have had a lot of fun thinking of things to complement our off-kilter art show happening next Saturday (click here for more info). I think we are going to do some kind of wacky rice krispy treat creature among other goofy food items. (We are open to suggestions!) We are perhaps most excited about creating a soundtrack for the evening. We over-brainstormed, and need YOUR HELP to narrow down the playlist. Please take this survey to select and suggest music for the evening: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/SV6S85C

catawompus: (adj.) askew; off-kilter or unexpected

What do a hang-gliding bear, a robot fashion show, and a penguin on a cell phone all have in common? They are all part of the fun at CATAWOMPUS (a show of slightly off-kilter artwork) at Heather Green Studios in Old Bisbee.

I'm really excited to feature paintings by Jeff Henley, one of the profs at Cochise College. His work is often ironic, is sometimes whimsical and sweet, but is always interesting. It's kind of like getting a glimpse of what's inside Jeff's head (but not so far down the rabbit hole).

To compliment his sense of humor, I will have my "pinguin" sculptures on display. Created from actual bowling pins, the penguins are mischievous, sometimes cruel, and will surely tickle a funny bone or two. You will not want to miss this show, as a few penguins have already been sold (meaning this event will be the last time to see some of them in public)!

 CATAWOMPUS is Saturday, April 9th from 5:00 to 9:30 pm, and is a free event open to the public. This reception will also have an interesting soundtrack and food spread for the evening . . . Bring some friends, and take in some culture (albeit slightly skewed). It will be a (bowling) ball!