Time in Nature

Saturday I went to Fitzgerald Marine Reserve with John to do a little tide pooling.  There were plenty of tide pool creatures but my attention was captured most by a creek emptying into the ocean.  The movement of the rocks and sand fascinated me as they glided past freely.  It reminded me of the sage old advice about swimming with the current, not against it.  The rocks were being pushed along, eventually ending up in the ocean, where perhaps a big wave will pick them up and put them back on the beach, only to repeat the process all over again. This is my first attempt at posting a video.  Let me know if you can view it!

Sketching

I’ve been sketching my jewelry designs to use on my Etsy site and as a reference for recreating the pieces.  It is not too exciting, but I love how they look on paper.  A good sign, right?  The rainy day has been perfect for staying inside and working (and napping).  This is my first most basic necklace, the basis for all my other designs. 

Inventory

New designs!

I’ve been working very hard this past week to create an inventory of jewelry for my future Etsy store.  I found that the more I worked, the more ideas I got for new pieces.  As I was designing what I thought was my last piece, an idea for something new would pop into my head.  I worked this way until I got close to running out of supplies again.  My stock of jewelry includes 11 necklaces, 12 pairs of earrings, 5 bracelets, and 3 rings.  My next task is to make complete detailed sketches to use as references in case I want to create the piece again, and to post in the shop for potential buyers.  I'm so happy that I'm moving forward and slowly accomplishing my goals!

"Tiny" Reception

Reception at Studio Gallery, two of my shell paintings are almost over my head.

 

I went to the reception for the “Tiny” show this afternoon.  Studio Gallery was packed with lots of folks who came out to look at and buy art.  The gallery had a vibrant, enthusiastic atmosphere. Two of my shell paintings and one candy painting are on display. 

I was excited to learn that one of my pieces sold right before the party.  A painting titled “Tree Mint”.  If my collectors are reading this, thank you!  You bought a great piece and I plan to check out the book you mentioned to Jennifer.  I am a bit of a candy freak, not so much the eating of it (with the exception of chocolate), but looking at it.  Candy = little bits of joy.

Please stop by the show if you get a chance.  There is a little something for everyone’s taste.  All the small pieces are under $400. 

The show runs through December 23, 2011.  There is another reception on Sunday December 4^th from 2-6pm. 

Address: 1815 Polk Street (between Washington & Jackson)

www.STUDIOGallerySF.com

Art admirers.

"Tiny" at Studio Gallery

"Golden Treasure", oil on canvas, 5 x 5", 2011

 

I had hoped to make it to Studio Gallery on Friday to take some preview shots of the “Tiny” show but my plans changed.  The image above is a painting I submitted for the show and may or may not be hanging when you arrive.

The “Tiny” show has been happening annually for many years now.  This year there are 170 artists!  All the pieces are 7 x 7” or smaller and priced under $400 (with a few exceptions).  I will have at least 1 piece on the wall. 

Tomorrow, November 6, 2011 is the opening reception from 2-6 pm.  Another reception will take place at the Gallery’s 8^th Anniversary Party on Sunday, December 4^th, from 2-6 pm.

Address: 1815 Polk Street (between Washington & Jackson), in San Francisco.

I hope you can stop by and say “hi”!  I’ll be at the reception on the early end, around 2 tomorrow.  

Studio Gallery website: http://www.studiogallerysf.com/ 

Work in Progress

I’m a busy woman these days but I haven’t given up painting.  This piece has been in progress for a couple months now; it will get there slowly but surely.  The main shell and background need a lot of work.  The sea glass, pottery shard, and false pacific jingle shell are mostly done.  I hope that posting this helps energize me to finish!

New Goals

Well, I almost did it.  I set 9 goals for October and completed all but one.  I failed to create at least 15 pieces to sell.  It might have happened but I ran out of materials.  On Tuesday I expect a new delivery of supplies and then I’m off and running again.  I can’t wait!  Today I wrote out goals for November.  I’m looking forward to this month’s work because it is almost all “hands-on”.  In addition to making the pieces I planned for last month, I’ll sketch them too.  I think the sketches will look good in my Etsy store combined with the photos.  Then I get to do the photography and write descriptions of everything.  I have the week of Thanksgiving off and expect that this will be a very productive time for me.  I’m getting there, baby step by baby step.