Yesterday we finalized the collection and sorting for the move to the cabin in the woods. I loved being in the Works environment and downtown but I just ran out of space and I need running water for my dye recipes. The energy there was palpable ...and contagious with the energies of the smiles of patrons ...especially the children from the South End of Newark. It was hot and humid...and the theme of thunderstorms in the afternoon continues...we had 8 inches of water to dump from a bucket on the back deck. I can almost feel the mildew growing ....fungus and plain old humidity seems to cover us like a very wet blanket. Neither one of us slept very much last night...but information is powerful.
The morning was a gift in so many ways. We arrived early around 9:00 AM ...and three hours later we left with our heads and brains spinning. We now know we have a plan...know the odds...have collected the gold markers for surgery implants on 7/16...and then on 726 Ken returns for his alignment scans and a mold to help keep the radiation on target. This procedure has improved greatly in the last 15 years and the specialists will recalibrate the alignment each day for 8 weeks along with hormone treatment that lasts for 6 months. I hope I have gotten this information... condensed enough.... and accurate for easy understanding. Ken and I are both extremely tired but positive that we have found a listening team working together to maintain a positive and active lifestyle for years to come.
the magic U-Haul truck has returned......Thank you Miss Erin for working with your dear father....
Cindy Kelley makes plans with our Erin Elizabeth to carry her delicious caramels at the deli....
and the plan has been made...the sweet seed planted ...so drop by and give yourself a sweet morsel of heaven on earth...2 caramels for a buck!
the paper punch storage units and some of the stamp assortment in its storage unit is going on the truck....
Liz Argyle and Miss Lauren stopped by for support and moral hugs for all the changes we are entering...most boxes were on their way but the loving care they have shown us ...the angels here on earth....
my beloved IKEA wooden work table cleared and cleaned....this is hopefully going up in the second floor sewing room..... the memories are here...and will continue to unveil their processes .....magic will be back here...
the white desk is for Maya Rose and the ottoman is for the Spalding tribe over at their mother's caramel kitchen....
the cubicle and the contemporary chairs will go to Erin's work space for the children to set up their own art space...........
the last easel...the growing plants ready to be transported and tranplanted....
no more animal crackers for my littlest artists.... and for Tea for Tuesdays crew...........in the cold winter months..........
Leah Gossom's beautiful abstract painting is coming home too...she now has two beautiful little boys and is living in her homeland with her husband John....I love having her spirit living with me......
my painting canvas ...I need to add more color in oil pastels....I enjoy returning to a work that still whispers to me...
paper stars.... for the tree little Spalding all stars...........
Susan Sturgil 's whimsical pen and ink with one additional color...the King Frog is green....joy for the child in all of our hearts......
storms are once again moving in................
the quick torrential winds are moving the clouds east
I will miss this familiar landmark that marks my way to my studio on second street....
this is some of the fantastic found object sculptures being exhibited on the Sun Bear Studios.......
this work is probably my very favorite assemblage ...there are so many interesting points in this work....I would really love to own this artists work.....
Tony Reynolds greets us as the gallery begins to fill with patrons of all ages................Meredith does a fabulous job exhibiting her local artists works...the stories are easy to interpret and unfold.....
the last Friday of the month...Jammin at the Bear offers a tradition of live music and interesting art works and processes.....I realize it is the competition for the Newark Downtown Final Fridays ...but try to make both if you can..............everyone is welcomed....
some more wonderful stories and conversations created from found household items....I love these...........
beautiful flowers ...a spirit expressed in a natural bounty .....
Kathy Anderson has new works in this show along with her creative husband .woodworker and artist Tony Reynolds..........this tree painting was inspired by her wedding on the beach in Michigan........
two acoustic guitars and the harmonizing voices of two gentle men ....that is a mobile in front of the musician on the right.............they were so relaxing and quite entertaining......
Ken studies the smooth fragile and elegant wood vessel Tony has exhibited here.......
more new paintings......from Kathy Anderson 's heart felt memories........
these sculptural wooden voices are some of Tony's very best works...my photos do not do them justice so please drop by and go upstairs to check them out.....
the men share a quiet observation over a glass of wine as the crowds begin to come in...........
Cincinnati.........don't you recognize the landmarks and steam boat.......... beautiful summer colors flood the skyline.........
Jennifer Kensley shared her joy and appreciation for their exhibit.............a friend from our past and a very gentle art spirit.......
more music......
I love these chairs.....
study the voice of the inner tree ...exposed by the gentle urges from an artist hand...........
Tony this work is a sacred reliquary vessel.............
Kathy 's abstract colors in a cool summer sky.........
a chance to catch up about their exhibit in Traverse City in Michigan...............
I love these two people............
a young mother has a small studio at the Sun Bear Studios.her horses are spectacular........
old friends drop by with a gift ...time and a memory......
look at these wonderful walking sticks.............
another found object sculpture of a woman living with Nature......
I just love this woman 's hand at creating these spirits ...totems...mothers and stories.....
a face revealed in a ceramic vessel.......
a ceramic hot plate...........with the remnants of a maple leaf........voices from the trees.........
more face spirits revealed in the circle of a this elegant bowl.........
this ceramic yarn bowl is for you my Cyd............Happy Birthday dear sacred sister............
the muses are sharing their stories in creations..............and Meredith is making some sales.........
this artist ...Bonnie Mosley made our very first wedding rings 27 years ago.........
Abby Longshore your prints look fabulous!!!!!!!!!! I love the chicken.....
the crowds were mesmerized by the sweet sounds of acoustic guitars......
the wedding tree from Michigan............I love this painting Kathy
a musical quip or two...a request........for the honeymooners ............
future collaborations...........music and ART!
gentle patrons share their visions and support............Rosalie with Lisa........
her husband chats with Ken
the heavenly bowl from the voice spirit of this tree remnant....Art in the hands of Tony and his heart whispers........
the windows of the Sun Bear Studios and Gallery!!!!!!!
the skies were ablaze with glorious colors.........
Jennifer we will get together for a tea in your garden.......I hope I get to see you and your Evan......
I took my crochet sweater to work on ...and this is a conversational ice breaker as well as a meditative activity to pass the waiting time. I told Ken I will teach him to crochet...it might calm his nerves. We now have a rather large packet of information to peruse over the morning coffee before I get to moving "stuff" upstairs for relocation and assignment for the sewing room. Ken and I have several plans to "Cook over the back burner" concerning the Whispers and Echoes Studio move to the cabin. The possibilities of intimate...no more than 3 participants to come for workshops to create and dye and manipulate fabrics and materials. I have had requests to perform this service...but not really having the running water and wet studio space downtown I found myself quite limited. who knows where this journey will take me.
It's so good that you now have a plan. Something to follow and work through. I send out healing thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteThis move for you must be so bittersweet but wherever you land, you will make the world a more colorful and happy place.
XOXOXO
It is bittersweet to move on but life always has something new for us to experience and reach out towards. I'm glad that you and Ken have a plan, a team and are entering this time so well informed. Blessings and a Happy 4th, Oma Linda
ReplyDeleteIve been missin & thinkin oof you lady! Wanted to get to Sunbear, but work here at the homestead & a date w/Tim got us off track.So proud of your courage while facing these changes. Love to both of you.
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Abby we love...your new prints...especially the baby chick. She spoke to me!!! Have a safe 4TH and hopefully we can get together soon! Peace, Mary Helen...give my little guys a big hug for me!!!!!!!!!!
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