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  • like 7″ from the midday sun….

    This heatwave is awful!  In about ten minutes I'll be packing up the van with supplies for the first of four workshops just down the road for CREATE NJ.  It's such a treat to be so close to the venue!  I visited the hotel yesterday and the classroom was nice and cool, whew!  I ran into some old friends (waves to Sylvie) and met some new ones.  I am so looking forward to this event – there was a creative energy in the lobby as artists were arriving and checking in, it's going to be fun!  I will report on everything when I can – until then, stay cool!

    Prepping for vendor night….some of the displays:

    MW display stamps

     

  • Coming soon – new STENCIL

    I will be introducing one new stencil at the Artist Faire during the CREATE NJ event next week.  This is the first in a series where the design was driven by my current interest of cutting into cardboard.  This one is called Duets because there is a square and circle that can be painted or drawn in first, then a second image can be layered over.  Available in my online shop soon – current inventory is intended for the show next week.

     

    Michelle Ward new stencil DUETS

    It's been too hot to be spray painting this summer.  I tried it a few times and the paint was nearly dry before hitting the surface.  The last few days were cooler so I finally had a chance to make some displays for the event next week.  Loved using the new Gothic Collection!  I have some large panels I will show you later – here are a handful of clipboards:

     

    Michelle Ward spraypainting with stencils on clipboards

    Couldn't you just lick them?  Oh, it's makes me happy to be spraying again!

  • Coming soon – new STENCIL

    I will be introducing one new stencil at the Artist Faire during the CREATE NJ event next week.  This is the first in a series where the design was driven by my current interest of cutting into cardboard.  This one is called Duets because there is a square and circle that can be painted or drawn in first, then a second image can be layered over.  Available in my online shop soon – current inventory is intended for the show next week.

     

    Michelle Ward new stencil DUETS

    It's been too hot to be spray painting this summer.  I tried it a few times and the paint was nearly dry before hitting the surface.  The last few days were cooler so I finally had a chance to make some displays for the event next week.  Loved using the new Gothic Collection!  I have some large panels I will show you later – here are a handful of clipboards:

     

    Michelle Ward spraypainting with stencils on clipboards

    Couldn't you just lick them?  Oh, it's makes me happy to be spraying again!

  • cut and peel

    I'm pre-programming this post because this week we have family visiting and tonight is Fallon's graduation.  I will be back with photographic evidence of that in a few days, but for now here is more cardboard manipulation.  If you are in Jersey, or nearby, you might be interested to come take my Debris Journal workshop at CREATE – NJ either Thursday, July 18th or Saturday, July 20th.  That's one month away – can't wait!!  I will be teaching four days plus vending on the Friday night.  Hope you'll join us.

     

    MW debris journal cuttings 3

     

    MWDebrisJournalWorkshopmini

  • cut and peel

    I'm pre-programming this post because this week we have family visiting and tonight is Fallon's graduation.  I will be back with photographic evidence of that in a few days, but for now here is more cardboard manipulation.  If you are in Jersey, or nearby, you might be interested to come take my Debris Journal workshop at CREATE – NJ either Thursday, July 18th or Saturday, July 20th.  That's one month away – can't wait!!  I will be teaching four days plus vending on the Friday night.  Hope you'll join us.

     

    MW debris journal cuttings 3

     

    MWDebrisJournalWorkshopmini

  • Far Away Places ~ Second Edition

    MW FarAwayPlaces May 2013 C

    Above:  two happy instructors following another wonderful weekend as we took on Far Away Places.  Another enthusiastic group of artists met us in the generous studio space where we sprawled out and got messy for three full days of numerous creative projects.  Some stellar work and special memories forged at our lovely venue.  Oh, if we could just bottle up that energy and feed off it every day!  We extend our thanks all the courageous voyagers and hope to meet you again, here or anywhere!  Lynne and I had an utter blast and are already looking forward to next year, with lots of ideas for what that will entail.  Stay tuned to our websites if you are interested in joining us - annoucement likely in just a few months.  We need to catch our breath and soak in all the good vibes generated over these past two weekends.

     

    MW FarAwayPlaces May 2013 B

    MW FarAwayPlaces May 2013

    Unfortunately, I never did the rounds with my camera on the first weekend, my apologies to the artists.  Below are just some of the art pieces being made in the second weekend.  Most students created three or more works of art – so fun to revisit the work spaces and busy hands through these photos!

    MW FarAwayPlaces May 2013 B2

    Winner for the book giveaway:  Diana Wilson! 

    Thanks to all who entered, and thanks to Julie for the generous offering. 

  • Far Away Places ~ Second Edition

    MW FarAwayPlaces May 2013 C

    Above:  two happy instructors following another wonderful weekend as we took on Far Away Places.  Another enthusiastic group of artists met us in the generous studio space where we sprawled out and got messy for three full days of numerous creative projects.  Some stellar work and special memories forged at our lovely venue.  Oh, if we could just bottle up that energy and feed off it every day!  We extend our thanks all the courageous voyagers and hope to meet you again, here or anywhere!  Lynne and I had an utter blast and are already looking forward to next year, with lots of ideas for what that will entail.  Stay tuned to our websites if you are interested in joining us - annoucement likely in just a few months.  We need to catch our breath and soak in all the good vibes generated over these past two weekends.

     

    MW FarAwayPlaces May 2013 B

    MW FarAwayPlaces May 2013

    Unfortunately, I never did the rounds with my camera on the first weekend, my apologies to the artists.  Below are just some of the art pieces being made in the second weekend.  Most students created three or more works of art – so fun to revisit the work spaces and busy hands through these photos!

    MW FarAwayPlaces May 2013 B2

    Winner for the book giveaway:  Diana Wilson! 

    Thanks to all who entered, and thanks to Julie for the generous offering. 

  • Far Away Places ~ First Edition

    Just back from Connecticut where Lynne and I hosted an enthusiastic and talented group of artists for the first edition of our workshop.  This is the only evidence photo I have – so you'll have to believe me when I say it was an utterly delightful crew of travelers, a fantastic venue, and a very special experience to teach, learn, create, and explore together for three full days.

     

    MW FarAwayPlaces May 2013 A

    It was such a pleasure to meet new friends and reconnect with returning students.  Thank you ladies, for a memorable weekend.  It was such a treat to see each of you express yourself so beautifully with individual flare and finesse.  Keep the momentum going!

    We are looking forward to a repeat adventure next weekend!  Plus, Lynne and I have already been conjuring up our agenda for next year!  The question is:  how do we top this?  Ha!  I'm cracking myself up because that statement might be hint for our preliminary plans.  I will keep you posted as we flesh out the concept and prepare to announce the workshops for 2014. 

  • Far Away Places ~ First Edition

    Just back from Connecticut where Lynne and I hosted an enthusiastic and talented group of artists for the first edition of our workshop.  This is the only evidence photo I have – so you'll have to believe me when I say it was an utterly delightful crew of travelers, a fantastic venue, and a very special experience to teach, learn, create, and explore together for three full days.

     

    MW FarAwayPlaces May 2013 A

    It was such a pleasure to meet new friends and reconnect with returning students.  Thank you ladies, for a memorable weekend.  It was such a treat to see each of you express yourself so beautifully with individual flare and finesse.  Keep the momentum going!

    We are looking forward to a repeat adventure next weekend!  Plus, Lynne and I have already been conjuring up our agenda for next year!  The question is:  how do we top this?  Ha!  I'm cracking myself up because that statement might be hint for our preliminary plans.  I will keep you posted as we flesh out the concept and prepare to announce the workshops for 2014. 

  • Happy May Day

    The day is almost over, but the month has just begun.  A very full schedule ahead.  My lilacs are fragrant, bursting open yesterday.  I found my first four leaf clover of the season.  I didn't get a ding-dong and flower basket (like we did as kids on May Day) but the mailman did ring the bell to deliver a big package of merchandise with the new HIM cd!!!  Mini-tour has started, I get to see them soon after a very long dry spell.  Bags and bins are packed and ready for my departure tomorrow morning – to Far Away Places – a workshop with my friend Lynne.  Looking forward to riding in the van with my band, not literally of course.  A road trip is the perfect way to become immersed with a new album.  I will report in on the weekend after I get back.  The first batch of pre-orders from The Gothic Collection will go out tomorrow too.  Thank you so much for the enthusiastic response.   My manufacturers pulled off a fast turn around.  Life is good!

     

    MW FarAwayPlacesMay2013

     

    MW HIM TearsOnTapeCover

    The first video….

     

     

     

    *waves, and blows kisses*

    p.s.  Gabriele, I got your lovely envelope, and clipping on the collection.  I ordered it…should be here anyday.  Thanks for thinking of me.  It was a super fun thing to get in the mail.  <3