I began the "bones" of the dream totem pole - it's what I saw in a dream a few years ago. The pole should be a little over 6 feet tall. I have 4 faces formed that will be placed on the pole. I need more faces to create a mask on.
Yesterday I got a lot done on the kitchen backsplash - the rolling hills are full of greens and look great. I will finish this particular panel (with two hills) on Thursday of this week.
The birdbath is coming along - the base is done and I'm now working on the movement of water up with column - around the bubbles.
Today I will work on the piece of dream art that's supposed to be in the "Artists in Dreamland" exhibit this year.
Showing posts with label dream art show;Poudre River Arts Center; Fort Collins. Show all posts
Showing posts with label dream art show;Poudre River Arts Center; Fort Collins. Show all posts
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Publicity and finding time to create art
This morning I got some publicity done for the "Artists in Dreamland" exhibit. The press releases will be in the Coloradoan, Scene Magazine, ReBeet e-newsletter, and the FCMOCA's e-newsletter. Postcards will be coming soon.
I finished the dream mask - I'll kiln it before I fly to San Diego on Friday .m. I think I'll carve the face a little more to accentuate the lines.
I had a dream with werewolves in the last couple of nights and I am inspired to create a fine silver piece to express the different characters in the dream. Dream theory tells us that every bit and part in the dream, including the characters, colors, floor, and sky, are symbolic parts of the dreams...so I have a "werewolves", men in black suits, and a man/woman parts of myself that I want to explore in this piece. Should be interesting.
Hopefully I will get some more of the birdbath done today too. I need to get some pictures posted here!
I finished the dream mask - I'll kiln it before I fly to San Diego on Friday .m. I think I'll carve the face a little more to accentuate the lines.
I had a dream with werewolves in the last couple of nights and I am inspired to create a fine silver piece to express the different characters in the dream. Dream theory tells us that every bit and part in the dream, including the characters, colors, floor, and sky, are symbolic parts of the dreams...so I have a "werewolves", men in black suits, and a man/woman parts of myself that I want to explore in this piece. Should be interesting.
Hopefully I will get some more of the birdbath done today too. I need to get some pictures posted here!
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Entries to Artists in Dreamland juried and backsplash partially intalled
We juried the entries to Artists in Dreamland on Friday last week. A list of accepted pieces can be found at http:www.Dreamartshow.com - click on the image of the card and it'll take you to the list.
Yesterday I installed my client's backsplash - it's where her sink and phone are. Today's inspection - looks good and she's happy.
I'm still working on the mosaic "Blobs chasing me" and waiting for more PMC to add to the mask. I had a really bizarre dream last night and if I have enough time I may try to create a piece to express that dream
Yesterday I installed my client's backsplash - it's where her sink and phone are. Today's inspection - looks good and she's happy.
I'm still working on the mosaic "Blobs chasing me" and waiting for more PMC to add to the mask. I had a really bizarre dream last night and if I have enough time I may try to create a piece to express that dream
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Karen Endres, Dee Dee Hampton and Maya Dobroth have also accepted the invitation!
This is a bit belated - but it's news! In addition to the open call for entry, I had invited Dee Dee Hampton, Karen Endres, Maya Dobroth, and Laura Atkinson to submit dream art for the upcoming Artists in Dreamland exhibit. I noticed that I posted that Laura had accepted the invite, but forgot to mention the other three artists - oops! The great news is that all the invited artists have responded and...
Dee Dee Hampton has accepted the invitation to submit dream art for Artists in Dreamland - she has sent in three entries.
Also Karen Endres has accepted the invitation to submit dream art - I think she'll be bringing in two pieces. I'll see them today at PRAC.
Maya Dobroth has accepted the invitation to submit - I'm not sure how many pieces she'll be submitting. She'll be bringing her pieces in on Friday the 13th.
Dee Dee Hampton has accepted the invitation to submit dream art for Artists in Dreamland - she has sent in three entries.
Also Karen Endres has accepted the invitation to submit dream art - I think she'll be bringing in two pieces. I'll see them today at PRAC.
Maya Dobroth has accepted the invitation to submit - I'm not sure how many pieces she'll be submitting. She'll be bringing her pieces in on Friday the 13th.
Deadline for entries for "Artists in Dreamland" is today
I'm about to head over to Poudre River Arts Center for most of the day, to receive dream art entries for "Artists in Dreamland". I'll be there from 11 to 4 p.m. except for a quick run over to FStop coffee shop for a cup of Americano. Today is a coffee day! The coffee shop is on the south side of the building so I won't be far.
Sunday, March 08, 2009
Studios news
I'm kilning my newest PMC pieces today - some will be tile for mosaics, some will be barrettes, some will be who-knows-what.
I have two mirrors started with fused glass pieces as focal points - now need to finish them.
I have the bubbles done for the birdbath pedestal. Tomorrow I will thinset them on and then start the movement of mosaic pieces up the pedestal.
The kitchen backsplash is coming along - need to install it and see where we are on the wall.
I'm stuck on the concrete dream-inspired sculpture - it's more about lack of time and energy to do it. So maybe it'll be ready for the dream art exhibit next year, as the altered book I started.
The deadline for entries for the Artists in Dreamland art show is Tuesday March 10th - I'll be at Poudre River Arts Center from 10 to 4 or so. If you need an extension, please let me know - the jury meets on Friday so we have a couple more days if you need it. I will post the accepted pieces on http://www.Dreamartshow.com and http://www.DreamMosaics.com - probably will email the artists too.
I have two mirrors started with fused glass pieces as focal points - now need to finish them.
I have the bubbles done for the birdbath pedestal. Tomorrow I will thinset them on and then start the movement of mosaic pieces up the pedestal.
The kitchen backsplash is coming along - need to install it and see where we are on the wall.
I'm stuck on the concrete dream-inspired sculpture - it's more about lack of time and energy to do it. So maybe it'll be ready for the dream art exhibit next year, as the altered book I started.
The deadline for entries for the Artists in Dreamland art show is Tuesday March 10th - I'll be at Poudre River Arts Center from 10 to 4 or so. If you need an extension, please let me know - the jury meets on Friday so we have a couple more days if you need it. I will post the accepted pieces on http://www.Dreamartshow.com and http://www.DreamMosaics.com - probably will email the artists too.
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Artists in Dreamland
The Second Annual Dream Art Exhibit
Poudre River Arts Center Main Gallery
April 29 – May 16, 2009
Exhibit theme: Dreams, rich in visual imagery and symbols, are a natural source of creative inspiration for artists. While some artists use a dream to express a powerful idea in their art, others use their art as a means to explore their dreams. The pieces selected for this exhibition will provide visitors with a unique opportunity to view dream art as well as the dreams of the art makers. It will be like looking into the dream diary of the artists.
Entry requirements: Open to residents of any U.S. State, territory, & District of Columbia. Work must showcase the theme subject as well as the dream narrative. Artwork that isn't clearly inspired by a particular dream will not be accepted.
Any artwork is eligible: paintings, ceramics, fibers, digital, photography, drawings, sculpture, mosaic, and other media. Maximum dimension of any one side of a 2-D work (including frame) must be less than 36 inches.
Commission: There will be a 25% commission on all sales.
Entries: All Artwork will be judged from digital submissions or photographs of the work. No slides. Send copies not originals.
Submission Guidelines: Mark each entry with your name and phone number. Number entries to correspond to the entry form. A narrative must be included, to illustrate how the dream inspired the creation of your art.
Digital: JPEG, PDF, CD-Rom, DVD.
Three dimensional entries: Three views of the entry are required and will be considered as one entry.
Send your entries to: Kat Peters-Midland, DreamMosaics Studio 406 North College Avenue Fort Collins Colorado 80526. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope for return of submission of entry, if you want it returned. The deadline for entries is March 10, 2009.
Form: Complete the form found at http://www.Dreamartshow.com. Use additional copy or sheet if more than four entries are submitted. The dream that inspired each piece must be included.
Fee: The entry fee is $10 per artwork. Enclose your entry form and a check or money order for the total entry fee payable to Kat Peters-Midland.
Accepted work: Notification of acceptance will be posted on www.dreamartshow.com by March 14, 2009. Two dimensional work must be framed and wired for hanging. Delivery and return from DreamMosaics Studio is the artists' responsibility. Detailed shipping instruction is provided with acceptance notification.
Poudre River Arts Center Main Gallery
April 29 – May 16, 2009
Exhibit theme: Dreams, rich in visual imagery and symbols, are a natural source of creative inspiration for artists. While some artists use a dream to express a powerful idea in their art, others use their art as a means to explore their dreams. The pieces selected for this exhibition will provide visitors with a unique opportunity to view dream art as well as the dreams of the art makers. It will be like looking into the dream diary of the artists.
Entry requirements: Open to residents of any U.S. State, territory, & District of Columbia. Work must showcase the theme subject as well as the dream narrative. Artwork that isn't clearly inspired by a particular dream will not be accepted.
Any artwork is eligible: paintings, ceramics, fibers, digital, photography, drawings, sculpture, mosaic, and other media. Maximum dimension of any one side of a 2-D work (including frame) must be less than 36 inches.
Commission: There will be a 25% commission on all sales.
Entries: All Artwork will be judged from digital submissions or photographs of the work. No slides. Send copies not originals.
Submission Guidelines: Mark each entry with your name and phone number. Number entries to correspond to the entry form. A narrative must be included, to illustrate how the dream inspired the creation of your art.
Digital: JPEG, PDF, CD-Rom, DVD.
Three dimensional entries: Three views of the entry are required and will be considered as one entry.
Send your entries to: Kat Peters-Midland, DreamMosaics Studio 406 North College Avenue Fort Collins Colorado 80526. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope for return of submission of entry, if you want it returned. The deadline for entries is March 10, 2009.
Form: Complete the form found at http://www.Dreamartshow.com. Use additional copy or sheet if more than four entries are submitted. The dream that inspired each piece must be included.
Fee: The entry fee is $10 per artwork. Enclose your entry form and a check or money order for the total entry fee payable to Kat Peters-Midland.
Accepted work: Notification of acceptance will be posted on www.dreamartshow.com by March 14, 2009. Two dimensional work must be framed and wired for hanging. Delivery and return from DreamMosaics Studio is the artists' responsibility. Detailed shipping instruction is provided with acceptance notification.
Wednesday, January 07, 2009
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year! I love the new year - I think about and plan what do I want to do and learn this year - new art media to try. I feel more energy and to expand and learn I think.
I'm scheduled for a couple of art classes - one is next Tuesday and one is scheduled for that weekend, the 17th and 18th. The first is a Klimt-style painting class, which I'm really excited about. The second class is the Level I PMC Certification class. The talented Peggy Houchin will be teaching the class. Her website is: http://www.bellabeadsandwax.com
FYI mosaic enthusiasts - my mosaic office coasters, magnets, crosses and inspiration cubes will be at the Bellevue Store this weekend, starting Friday night. Bev always puts on a nice art opening party on Friday night complete with wine, cheese, and other goodies - I hope you can make it!
Dream art lovers - the Dream Art Exhibit will be April 19 to May 16 2009 at the Poudre River Arts Center in Fort Collins again! This year the dream narrative will accompany the piece of art in the exhibit. This will give our visitors a unique opportunity to experience the dream as well as the art piece that was created as a result.
I have invited a number of artists who create dream art to participate in the exhibit. So far Dee Dee Hampton and Karen Endres have agreed to have some of their pieces in the exhibit, which is exciting.
I am still looking for more artists who interpret their dreams through the creation of art. All media! Email me at dreammosaics@comcast.net if you are interested in having your dream art portfolio reviewed.
Mosaic on!
Kat
I'm scheduled for a couple of art classes - one is next Tuesday and one is scheduled for that weekend, the 17th and 18th. The first is a Klimt-style painting class, which I'm really excited about. The second class is the Level I PMC Certification class. The talented Peggy Houchin will be teaching the class. Her website is: http://www.bellabeadsandwax.com
FYI mosaic enthusiasts - my mosaic office coasters, magnets, crosses and inspiration cubes will be at the Bellevue Store this weekend, starting Friday night. Bev always puts on a nice art opening party on Friday night complete with wine, cheese, and other goodies - I hope you can make it!
Dream art lovers - the Dream Art Exhibit will be April 19 to May 16 2009 at the Poudre River Arts Center in Fort Collins again! This year the dream narrative will accompany the piece of art in the exhibit. This will give our visitors a unique opportunity to experience the dream as well as the art piece that was created as a result.
I have invited a number of artists who create dream art to participate in the exhibit. So far Dee Dee Hampton and Karen Endres have agreed to have some of their pieces in the exhibit, which is exciting.
I am still looking for more artists who interpret their dreams through the creation of art. All media! Email me at dreammosaics@comcast.net if you are interested in having your dream art portfolio reviewed.
Mosaic on!
Kat
Thursday, June 05, 2008
Dream art show and more
The dream art show went well - we had 97 people come in expressedly to see the show, not counting our First Friday (gallery walk) crowd. The show was multi-media (which was my intention) - we had paintings, mixed media, mosaic, sculpture, and film.
We had a "people's choice" vote for our audience to vote for their favorite pieces.
The people's choice awards went to:
1st place: Nanci McCutcheon's "Wisdom of the Earth"
2nd place: Magic of the Crystal Tree
3rd place: Kirsten Truman's "Detachment"
My camera is missing so I didn't take pictures of the show, but we videoed it. The video will be posted on Utube and MySpace and hopefully on the new www.dreamartshow.com website. I'm still in the process of writing the text for the website. Stay tuned - more to come!
We had a "people's choice" vote for our audience to vote for their favorite pieces.
The people's choice awards went to:
1st place: Nanci McCutcheon's "Wisdom of the Earth"
2nd place: Magic of the Crystal Tree
3rd place: Kirsten Truman's "Detachment"
My camera is missing so I didn't take pictures of the show, but we videoed it. The video will be posted on Utube and MySpace and hopefully on the new www.dreamartshow.com website. I'm still in the process of writing the text for the website. Stay tuned - more to come!
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Dream art show update
Well, we heard from over 20 artists who submitted their art for the juried dream art show! I have emailed and called all of the artists and made arrangements for them to drop off or send their accepted art.
Boxes are arriving daily! I already have 6 dream pieces locked in my studio, waiting for hanging and exhibition. Yesterday Barry O'Riley from Laramie Wyoming, dropped off his 4 dream paintings. Tomorrow I meet with Irene Mok, for her to drop off her work. This weekend more artists will be dropping off their work.
The show opens on Wednesday April 30th and it runs until the 14th of May. The opening reception is Friday May 2nd from 6 to 9 p.m., when we have refreshments and live music. Celtic harpist Dave Tharp will be playing that night, which will set a nice soothing tone to the show.
I will post pictures here soon.
Boxes are arriving daily! I already have 6 dream pieces locked in my studio, waiting for hanging and exhibition. Yesterday Barry O'Riley from Laramie Wyoming, dropped off his 4 dream paintings. Tomorrow I meet with Irene Mok, for her to drop off her work. This weekend more artists will be dropping off their work.
The show opens on Wednesday April 30th and it runs until the 14th of May. The opening reception is Friday May 2nd from 6 to 9 p.m., when we have refreshments and live music. Celtic harpist Dave Tharp will be playing that night, which will set a nice soothing tone to the show.
I will post pictures here soon.
Sunday, March 30, 2008
Dream art show and sale in Fort Collins Colorado
I have put out a call for entries for the first annual Dream art show and sale that will be exhibited at Poudre River Arts Center. The deadline for submissions for consideration is this Saturday April 5th. I have given a couple of artists an extension, which is available to anyone who needs it. The extension is April 10th since the jury meets on April 12th.
I'm hoping for all kinds of media for this show. So far I have received submissions of paintings, art quilt, sculpture, photography and mosaic art. If we can figure a projector, we will also have a dream inspired film, which would be exciting.
The show opens on April 29th and runs through May 14th. The opening reception is Friday May 2nd from 6 to 9 p.m. We'll have music and food - and great art to enjoy.
Stay tuned for more news about the show!
I'm hoping for all kinds of media for this show. So far I have received submissions of paintings, art quilt, sculpture, photography and mosaic art. If we can figure a projector, we will also have a dream inspired film, which would be exciting.
The show opens on April 29th and runs through May 14th. The opening reception is Friday May 2nd from 6 to 9 p.m. We'll have music and food - and great art to enjoy.
Stay tuned for more news about the show!
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