I realize I haven't posted much this week. Its mainly because I was afraid that, had I tried to write anything, it would have come up as discontented and impatient--it would have been the anxious ramblings of a crazed 40 weeks pregnant woman. And no one wants to read that. I am to be induced tonight, if I don't go into labor before, and I thought I'd leave you with a few little things to look at/explore while I am out of commission.
I have long been fascinated by the connection between art and craft--a connection that seems to be growing more and more in the art scene these days. Here are a few artists that have wowed me lately:
ann carrington is a mixed media artist based in the uk. her work has been featured recently on bravo's 9 By Design . One of my favorite pieces by her is called "Pearly Queen of Bow"
it is pearl buttons on canvas--and it's big. about 4'x5' all told. beautiful!
Another artist I'd like to share with you is Mark
Giglio. He's from southern california and also works in several mediums. My favorite thing he does are these wonderful little forests, made odds and ends of salvaged wood. I'm hoping I can talk my father in law into doing something similar for me--as I surely cannot afford the originals!
more paper: I love collage. I think I may have said that before. Here is a lady whose collages are serious business: Lena Wolff. Midnight Branch--graphite, acrylic, collage on pinpricks on paper.
so so so good.
On to the next. I LOVE this room. I tend to be drawn to these light filled, scandinavian retreats every time I see one in a magazine. The thing is, those white floors really scare me. All I can think about is dirt and dog hair everywhere--and being chained to the mop as a result. They sure do look pretty though, don't they? Maybe in another life:
So... I am off for a few days at least, to give birth and spend some time getting to know my new daughter! I hope you enjoy checking out these artists and I'm sure I'll be posting again before long. When I come back I plan to share our bedroom remodel, some more yummy recipes, and baby pictures, of course!
love to all, and keep me in your prayers.
--Rachel (the home made girl)
