Moon Shots

Ok...these are the beginning photos of the moon challenge. I really learned a lot and I really like my moon. She is serene and I call her "Grandmother Moon".....she is old and wise and watching over us.

I think I will do another....just because I want to do some sculpts to go on them.

Beginning of my moon sculpt

Here are some photos of the moon project as I worked on it. I really enjoyed the challenge and learned a lot about solving problems as they come up. Well I guess I haven't downloaded my photos yet....hmmmmmm. I must be slipping...well ....then...tomorrow I will work on my blog and post lots of photos. Good night....23* it has warmed up some....

Finally taking the Christmas Tree Down!

Well ...today is the day. The Christmas tree is finally coming down. I could actually wait until Easter...but.....so far my children and grandchildren haven't actually said anything but....I know it's coming....

Time to put it away for another year. I leave it up for a long time because so much work goes in to it and winter is so dark....it just brightens up an otherwise dark time of year. But the days are getting longer and I am wanting to start some garden seeds....so I need the space. Goodbye old friend for another year....see you on the 2nd of December....

Windy & Cold

Today it is windy and cold. 18* with a northwind blowing, feels like it could suck the life right out of a person.

Yesterday was the Valentines Day Craft Fair......this time of year the Craft Fairs are very slow but it is nice to get together with the other crafters and share what we all have been doing in each of our crafts. We had a few of our regular supporters and we are so grateful for their braving the cold to come out and see what we have to offer and shop.

I have been working on a moon sculpt for a challenge on the BPCSG and I really like the way it has turned out.

Everyone who entered a moon in the challenge did amazing stuff.....some have such a funny sense of humor .... the idea was given the same to each person...but what they did with it made it so individual....creativity is such an amazing gift.

Well I am going to use my moon as a base for another piece so I did not get too far out there with the color or decoration. I really like the face and how the surface of the moon turned out.

Fabulous Friday!

Well it is true...these little crabby guys are so addictive....and fun. And I think they really have invited a few of their friends to join them. There seems to be more on my table this morning than when I went to bed.....yikes.
Thank you to the www.oddfae.com lady for the class and www.dollstreetdreamer.com for having it available. I recommend that you visit their websites they are both pretty cool....I'm hooked!

Finished Turtles for Nancy

Paula delivered Nancy's birthday turtles. Here is a photo..

Critiques and adjustments

I have been doing Practice Rounds with a wonderful group that is so supportive and helpful. Here is the head I am working on at the moment. Judy is the individual who has been doing my critiques and she makes it so easy to understand what I need to work on, correct or become aware of....I have wanted to be an artist my whole life...by that I mean, sell my work and maybe help supplement my income....at least put my art out there for people to see. This group gives me that kind of support....

As you can see the above photos ..the before and after....the difference. I still need to make the adjustments that she suggested yesterday and I will do that right after I finish this entry.

I am so grateful for people like Judy and the members of this group, who, are helpful and so generous with their knowledge of the medium I am trying to learn....Thank you so much!