Today

 

I took these before & after pictures during studio classes today.

The set up for each project is a reflection of the outcome of the process. 

 I love the trace left behind where the children have

 explored, 

experimented 

                                                         and created  with the materials set out for them.

 I love the energy and hum that is swirling through the studio as they work.

 I love the look on their faces and their bodies as they think.

 I love that they love what they do. 

And THAT is why I love what I do.

today's mantra

Four Brush Girl

Goes to show it can be done!

Tilly masterfully painting with 4FOUR brushes..OUTstanding!

LOVE the shimmy shake she danced mid stream.

thanks for the quick pick up on the pix,  SAMI!

I want to ride my BICYCLE

There is truly no better feeling than the wind rushing against your skin, 

to be free, fast and a little reckless.

I cannot wait to get myself and my bicycle back on the road.

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Jennifer Collier

...by bonding, waxing, trapping and stitching I produce unusual paper ‘fabrics’, which are used to explore the ‘remaking’ of household objects. the papers are treated as if cloth, with the main technique employed being stitch; a contemporary twist on traditional textiles. the papers themselves serve as both the inspiration and the media for my work, with the narrative of the books and papers suggesting the forms.  

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Rules

                                                                           

 truth

Felt Pillows

 

We just made these woven felt pillows at the studio this afternoon.

Felt is a great material to work with, easily cut into narrow strips for weaving.

 The weaving can be tricky for the children, 

but once mastered is something they can always do.

I love these colorful treasures.

Studio

 A few favorite gems taken at the studio last week

 through Samantha's amazing eye.

Thank you Sami,

you 

are 

a

 rock 

star. 

xo

right about now

I'm feeling a little like this girl today.

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tiger in a jar

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fall dessert tree from tiger in a jar on Vimeo.



I came upon this last fall and found it again today in my archives.
 It's delicate, beautiful and brilliant.
love, love, love.

Off for the weekend

 Enjoy yours!
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TGIT

                                                                           art by LAUREN age 6

love you like a rock

                                                                   happy valentines day

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