This week has been super crazy two thumbs down sorta week!

My dishwasher decided it was time to fulfill the prophecy I created and it flooded my kitchen creating major water damage to my house, big un-happy face!

I am in the process of putting together some online classes and promise in the near future it will happen.

My crazy day job, kids and house have been pulling me away.

Much LOVE!

I am so in love with my work coming to life in 3D! all the little faces, dreams, creatures and friends brought to life in porcelain.

I remember the very first pottery class I attended in Revelstoke, BC., way up in the small little mountain town I adored, I fell in love with clay as a medium instantly!

I am so grateful every day I am finally in a place, settled and have the resources to create clay on a more regular basis.

New Pottery Shop!!

 Exciting News is on the way!!

I am so close to nearing completion of my home ceramic studio complete with two production kilns!

This means just around the corner I will be releasing a new line of tiny tea cups, bud vases and one of a kind art plates for sale on Etsy.

I will have a new shop name for the pottery shop 

Ceni.etsy.com 

The shop is semi open now as I am in the process of setting up but expect to see it fully stocked by end of November!

One of  my all time favorite artists Jesse Narens will be showing his work in 

Portland Oregon at Akasu, December 5th. 

His work is so free, filled with symbolic meaning, connections to nature. His symbolic creatures at times remind me of BC Aboriginal art mixed with a raw soulful street art vibe. I love, love his limited color palette and strong movement deep in each layer of his pieces. He brings me to imaginary places  I frequented often  growing up as a lonely child.

I have met Jesse in person and he is also a lovely soul. A very soft spoken person...one gets the feeling he has walked this earth for a very long time.

Please check out his website for more information 

This piece below belongs to me!!!

Magazine Feature coming December 1st 2013

New Feature in Sew Somerset out December 1st.....
Purchase Here

This summer has been so busy! I managed to squeeze in two art shows/fairs in my local area. The Art in the Pearl district show in Portland and the Salem Art Fair both shows were a lot of fun...huge learning curve.
I am planning an upcoming teaching schedule in 2014 so please keep checking back for dates/times
I will post more information here on the blog as dates are finalized.

October Newsletter!

Everyone hates a clogged up email inbox so to avoid that outcome I have made my Newsletter available here on the blog!  If you want to view it closer or full screen scroll to the bottom and use the easy navigation buttons!  I would love to know what you think about this format - Feedback Appreciated!

New Watercolor Illustrations in my Etsy Shop

Two new lovelies added to my shop today. I have had to push so hard these days to get into a space where I can be quiet enough to be simple in watercolor and illustration, my first real love.

Aurora Time-Laps from the ISS

Aurora Time-Laps from the ISS a video by NASA Goddard Photo and Video on Flickr.

I am such a sucker for NASA and everything beautiful in our outer spaces...

Shelterbox ROCKS!

These kids are truly AMAZING...you must follow the link and watch!!
All I have to say...

Collage 08-20-11 B

Collage 08-20-11 B, originally uploaded by laura ferrara.

I am always drawn to the wonderful work of Laura Ferrara.
Her story is told is the simplest of forms, haunting figures pulling the viewer in.

I have been away from posting for the last few weeks due to a very tragic death to a very dear boy close to our hearts. 

Daniel was my oldest son's very best childhood friend and this event took hold of our hearts deeply...

During my usual morning catch up on emails, photo editing, etc. I happened to land on Flickr on a day when they were highlighting 'wishing trees' with beautiful pictures of healing written words hanging from trees....
I was so inspired I started a 'wishing tree' in memory of our beloved Daniel for all who loved him to go to the tree and keep his spirit alive through our hopes and dreams......blowing in the wind out to the universe drifting up so they may come true.
Read more about the story here DANIEL
or here LOVE

This really is worth watching!!

M45

M45, originally uploaded by Daniel Huot.

I love the style and grace of Daniel Huot...his work is deep and gentle all at the same time.

This is what I have been up to in my garden/yard for

the last few weekends....The raised bed garden boxes are 3/4 planted ready to go.....yummy basil, cilantro, tomatoes, squash...etc....Yay!!

Raised Bed Garden Boxes

 

Corner of yard landscaping project 

Raised Bed Garden Box

Light Bathing

Light Bathing, originally uploaded by aaroncoberly.

I just love the mood of this piece....just stunning!

121::365 Helio the Lovely Doll

121::365 Helio the Lovely Doll, originally uploaded by Look What I Can Do.

Isn't this doll just so cute...Made by the talented Dawn...

The Royal Procession arrives at Buckingham Palace, originally uploaded by The British Monarchy.

I know, NOT one more mention of the royal wedding!!!
But I had to...I am not into that kind of stuff  and really never watch t.v. but I do spend massive amounts of time on Flickr and today found all these lovely photos from the British Monarchy and just had to go through them to see what the hub bub was about...this image in general I really like.....

It is that time of year again.....SPRING...and to me and many of my friends here in beautiful BC in the wonderful outdoor playground we call home....... that only means one thing....

MOUNTAIN BIKING!!!!

I love, love mountain biking especially the downhill...I love everything about it and this video is a great representation of the feeling....check it out, it will make you want to run and get on your bike.

What is Mountainbiking about? from Filme von Draussen on Vimeo.

....culture?: Culture? introducing Christina Romeo...

Today I have been featured on the wonderful blog of Maicen Holta named 'Culture'. It is a wonderful blog dedicated to showcasing artists from all over our globe. If you have a chance go by and check it out....you will be sure to find some new favorite artists on her pages.

HAPPY EASTER!!

....culture?: Culture? introducing Christina Romeo...: "CHRISTINA ROMEO ..Today`s feature is on the fantastic Christina Romeo. Christina`s work is highly emotional, it is fragile and it is strong..."