Have you ever felt after a long day of encouraging other people to make art ("yes, you can!") that all you wanted to do is go home, crawl into bed and pull the covers over your head? Um hmmm. I know you have. Yesterday, I found a different remedy. After freshening up, downing a pita pizza, I headed out with my sister to the Artery, our gem of a cooperative gallery. Our styles of approaching a gallery could not be more different. My sister loves to spend time looking at each artist's work (and at the Artery there's much to see) while I behave like a red tail hawk, ricocheting from one wall to another, looking for something that speaks to me and all the while, comparing, contrasting and commenting. Out of necessity last night I slowed down. I sipped my lemonade and I discovered a feast for the eyes. As I slowly wandered through, taking in intricate strands of wire jewelry, a gorgeous raku amphora and the ceramic ware of someone who truly adores cats, I ran into a number of friends. What surprised me (a confirmed introvert), was how much I enjoyed these small snippets of conversation. It was as if, by slowing down, each of these meetings became its own small piece of ephemeral art. I think I'm going to try this scrip more often! Artwork by Melissa Wood, copyright, 2010
It was fun seeing you at the show. I wanted to introduce you to my DH but you left so quickly.
ReplyDeleteIt was a good show, with so many artists represented we got to see a wide variety of work. I talked about my favorite pieces on my blog today too. I had hoped to see more of your work, but the one piece you chose to show was stunning! I look forward to your next two shows.
I wish I could have met your DH--was he hiding? Next time. We had to leave quickly because we lost track of time (no!) and had to get Amy to the airport.
ReplyDeleteHannah how exciting to have your work exhibited though .....i have written you an e mail in response to your question about 14 yr olds and stitching but I can't seem to find your e mail address shall I post it here ?......although it's a bit rambling !!....Lorna
ReplyDeleteThanks Lorna! My e-mail is: hkhunter@comcast.net. You can send me the e-mail, but I think it would be fun to post it here bc I want to encourage discussion on art, art ed. and art atx.
ReplyDeleteHi Hannah I found your email on your website and ive sent it ..no I am feeling an introvert now and my writing is not as eloquent as yours and I've rambled somewhat ....Lorna x
ReplyDeleteI can totally relate to you post about encouraging others in their art and then feeling completely spent. In my journey as an artist, I quickly decided that teaching was not for me. While it was great to see others work and inspiration unfolding it was a very draining process for me. I have found an even greater appreciation and respect for those who do teach.
ReplyDeleteHannah, I can totally relate. I taught art to children for over 20 years. I loved every minute of it, but it's definitely exhausting. I like your about page update!
ReplyDeleteExciting about the exhibit, and I like the way your About page has shaped up!
ReplyDeleteGood story about the show opening. I liked the message about each meeting being a piece of ephemeral art.
ReplyDeleteI so enjoyed you and stopping to chat being compared to small pieces of ephemeral art...that's marvelous.
ReplyDeleteAND...how do you post your 'About Me' information ***out of sight*** as a link off of this page...I want to learn;-)