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  • recovering and recap

    Oh right….back to real life.  I'm late with posting…but at least I did it!  These pages chronicle the wrap-up of the HIM tour.  I documented the set lists from the four concerts we saw, and journaled about the experiences.  Still in recovery after a three-night-stand staying in the city.  Whew!  It was a gas.

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    I found these terrific new tools at AC Moore.  They are perfect for making toner transfers with Goof-Off.  Also good for blending with watercolor pencils, brushing on glue, painting and smoodging.

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    The rose count is insane!  With the recent rain the bushes are heavy and leaning.  Need to find a way to support them.  *adds on the to-do list*  Here is one until I can take more photos.

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    Fallon was able to finally get photos with three of the guys Friday night.  Perfect little addition to a fantastic tour.  We were definitely spoiled.  They are all back in Finland now.  When-oh-when will they be back? 

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    This week Seth @ The AlteredPage is revisiting True Colors with commentary each day from the participants.  I thought all the artists would be included in a one-day-post so I kept my remarks brief.  I could talk endlessly about the fabulous experience of making pages, then seeing it go to print.   Fun to be reading his blog as we reminisce out loud.  Check it out HERE. 

  • nozzle finger

    Finally!  A break in the rain and I could go out and spray!  I have wet knees from kneeling in the grass, and *nozzle finger* from months of being out of practice.  Oh, I missed you spray paint.

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    I am really bad about trying to blot off my stencils.  In fact, I'd rather keep working and let the layers of paint accummulate, then monoprint with it or chip it off later.  As I was waiting for a perfect spray-day I took on the task of cleaning up.  I carefully rolled the stencils and all the paint cracked and worked loose…some were almost to the point of being clean again (until I put them to work again today!)

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    My sweet friend Cindi commissioned a sprayed suitcase.  I was going to keep the final look a surprise but she asked to see it.  So here it is darling ;)  It's on the way to you, and can be packed up in time to visit NY for the last leg of the you-know-what tour.  xo

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    I really thought I would use red on this.  But I like the look of it without – kinda tapestry-ish with some spider webs and heartagrams.  Makes you look twice.  NOTE:  if you try this at home you definitely want to get a spray varnish.  I freaked out that the spray paint remained slightly tacky (as in sticky) but once I coated with the finish it was perfect! 

  • nozzle finger

    Finally!  A break in the rain and I could go out and spray!  I have wet knees from kneeling in the grass, and *nozzle finger* from months of being out of practice.  Oh, I missed you spray paint.

    MWRubyTuesdayBanner

    MWrubytuesdayOMGOMGOMG

    I am really bad about trying to blot off my stencils.  In fact, I'd rather keep working and let the layers of paint accummulate, then monoprint with it or chip it off later.  As I was waiting for a perfect spray-day I took on the task of cleaning up.  I carefully rolled the stencils and all the paint cracked and worked loose…some were almost to the point of being clean again (until I put them to work again today!)

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    My sweet friend Cindi commissioned a sprayed suitcase.  I was going to keep the final look a surprise but she asked to see it.  So here it is darling ;)  It's on the way to you, and can be packed up in time to visit NY for the last leg of the you-know-what tour.  xo

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    I really thought I would use red on this.  But I like the look of it without – kinda tapestry-ish with some spider webs and heartagrams.  Makes you look twice.  NOTE:  if you try this at home you definitely want to get a spray varnish.  I freaked out that the spray paint remained slightly tacky (as in sticky) but once I coated with the finish it was perfect! 

  • be brave

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    Whether you are just starting out – learning to cook, learning to paint, knit, garden, teach, design, or ride a bike, it all begins with small movements forward.  Before long you will have mastered a new skill and will be eager to try the next thing.  Hopefully, along the way, your enthusiasm for your new thing will connect you to others, and you will share your verve and your talent.  Learning is good.  Sharing is even better.  It's a cycle of positive energy.  Keep it going.

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    This week I am a guest curator on Crescendoh.com.   

  • be brave

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    Whether you are just starting out – learning to cook, learning to paint, knit, garden, teach, design, or ride a bike, it all begins with small movements forward.  Before long you will have mastered a new skill and will be eager to try the next thing.  Hopefully, along the way, your enthusiasm for your new thing will connect you to others, and you will share your verve and your talent.  Learning is good.  Sharing is even better.  It's a cycle of positive energy.  Keep it going.

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    MWcrescendohguest 

    This week I am a guest curator on Crescendoh.com.   

  • Scott Campbell exhibit in NY

    When I first saw his work I gasped.  His tattooed chair was in a Bergdorf Goodman window display.  Amazingly clever.  It made me want to investigate, to get to know the artist with the diabolical mind.  With a few google clicks I ended up on his website – and learned he has talent beyond tattooing.  I swooned over his laser cut designs.  So my jaw dropped when I saw this online article announcing his upcoming show.  Next week, in New York City.  I know, squeee!  I will be there! 

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    The gallery is OHWOW.  The site is hard to read so I made the announcement above.  Address:  112 Crosby Street, between Prince and Houston.  The one man show opens April 29th. 

    Check this out….are you swooning?

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    I blogged about him a few years ago, but I will revisit some of the work I had found.  It deserves to be seen again.  Can't wait to see what will be in the show! 

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    If you're in the city next month (like for three HIM shows in a row) be sure to go see Scott's show!!

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    Scott Campbell Tattoo , Saved Tattoo , OhWow Gallery

    photos used with permission, thanks Scott!

  • Scott Campbell exhibit in NY

    When I first saw his work I gasped.  His tattooed chair was in a Bergdorf Goodman window display.  Amazingly clever.  It made me want to investigate, to get to know the artist with the diabolical mind.  With a few google clicks I ended up on his website – and learned he has talent beyond tattooing.  I swooned over his laser cut designs.  So my jaw dropped when I saw this online article announcing his upcoming show.  Next week, in New York City.  I know, squeee!  I will be there! 

    Scottcampbellshow 
    The gallery is OHWOW.  The site is hard to read so I made the announcement above.  Address:  112 Crosby Street, between Prince and Houston.  The one man show opens April 29th. 

    Check this out….are you swooning?

    Scottcampbellbills 

    I blogged about him a few years ago, but I will revisit some of the work I had found.  It deserves to be seen again.  Can't wait to see what will be in the show! 

    Scottcampbellbook
    Scottcampbellegg
    Scottcampbellchair

    If you're in the city next month (like for three HIM shows in a row) be sure to go see Scott's show!!

    ScottcampbellNYTphoto 
      
    Scott Campbell Tattoo , Saved Tattoo , OhWow Gallery

    photos used with permission, thanks Scott!

  • there’s an app for that?

    It's become part of our vernacular.  I cracked up when Castle said it in a recent episode.  Here's one I discovered today:  a virtual lighter.  Perfect for concert goers.  I was watching Oprah this afternoon and during Elton John's performance of Tiny Dancer (my fave!) there were audience people holding up their phones with flickering flames.  The coolest!  I don't even have an iphone but had to share this.  Found via Alan @ Artoftheiphone.com  (You can also search lighter or glowstick on itunes).

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    When Graham took Peter to his first concert (KISS) the band requested that everyone open and hold up their phones (back when they still had hinges) and the place was glowing in white and blue.   No burned fingers (or hair) or sore thumbs from reflicking.  I thought that was remarkably clever….until I saw these.  I think I have a reason to get an iphone now ;)  

  • there’s an app for that?

    It's become part of our vernacular.  I cracked up when Castle said it in a recent episode.  Here's one I discovered today:  a virtual lighter.  Perfect for concert goers.  I was watching Oprah this afternoon and during Elton John's performance of Tiny Dancer (my fave!) there were audience people holding up their phones with flickering flames.  The coolest!  I don't even have an iphone but had to share this.  Found via Alan @ Artoftheiphone.com  (You can also search lighter or glowstick on itunes).

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    When Graham took Peter to his first concert (KISS) the band requested that everyone open and hold up their phones (back when they still had hinges) and the place was glowing in white and blue.   No burned fingers (or hair) or sore thumbs from reflicking.  I thought that was remarkably clever….until I saw these.  I think I have a reason to get an iphone now ;)  

  • one for you, one for me….

    Don't you love when you find something cool and want to give it to everyone you know?  That's how I felt about these handsome and clever flower pins.  I found Lynda on etsy and think she has something really special going on.  I got myself, my mother, and a few friends some of these.  Look how pretty her wrappings and ribbons are too!  Maybe you'll find just the right color for a Mother's Day gift.  Her shop is HERE.

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    While you are there, check out the wonderful prints by Mae.  LOVE this Beatle's lyric.  Love her style.  I want all of her prints!  Her shop is HERE.

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    What did we do before etsy?  It's a great place to find interesting people from around the globe sharing their unique talents.  I know it's become my default location when shopping for gifts (for you and for me).