My grandson Henry turned 1 in March. His birthday party theme was rockets. So, what would any good Nana do? Build him his very own rocket. I took very sturdy cardboard and cut out the shape, forming a 4-pronged stand to keep it upright, cut 3 large holes so people could get their picture taken looking through the holes, as though they were actually IN the rocket! It was a great design challenge to create and construct. A hit at the party and it now lives at the boy's childcare center. Yes, it was a lot of aluminum foil, and NO, you can't look at the back.
I am a happy soul continuing on my journey of art and life. My colors are bold and vibrant. My mind- curious and adventuresome. My heart- warm and content. And my fingernails- always spotted with the paint of the day and in dire need of a manicure. Such is life, colorful inside and out.
The works here are a composite of my creations from 2000 to my current visions and feelings on canvas. Thank you, Whitney, master of graphite and most wonderful mentor. You are missed, but I rely on your inspiration daily.
The greatest compliment and my biggest hope is that you will be inspired to do something, however small, to create or express yourself. Whatever you do, add a little touch of orange for me.
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