Thursday, September 20, 2007

Reflecting: after the paperwork??

I have an art degree, and have taught art for awhile. I love printmaking, especially. I even have a few prints for sale at this cool shop/craft studio here in town--it's called MAKE. Occasionally I sell a print or two on Etsy, though it's not something I've devoted a lot of energy to quite yet. Anyhow--I've got a few ideas rolling around in my head for some prints--ideas that have sprouted from my own adoption reflections, I suppose.

My little brain is so full right now of job, adoption, paperwork, etc., that I don't really have the juice. But my little brain is thinking this: that making some art, and maybe even selling it, is a great "waiting for a referral" activity. :)


Here are a few prints I made late last year--The first is called "Woman Waiting," and is a reflection on my own infertility, among other things. The second print is called "Tree of Life."
Sorry the image quality/lighting is so poor.





8 comments:

Mexican Beauty said...

I think making art is a PERFECT "waiting for referral" activity. Also, people keep reminding me that now is the time to do things like this--you'll be busy being a mom soon.

I love your prints and I'm eager to see more...

Lori said...

Oh, these are beautiful. I've always been drawn to prints like these. It was my favorite art activity in the tons of classes I took in high school. Where can I find you on etsy?

emily said...

I love the prints and would definitely be interested:) I'm so jealous of your artistic ability, I know that we can't all be talented in all areas- but I can't carry a tune either!! Contentment, right?

My kids ask me to draw animals-- then say, "that looks nothing like a horse...." Keep us posted.

Kari said...

I love your art!! In fact, here's an idea you can think of (if you haven't already:) Put your artwork on a tee shirt!!! I would buy either prints in a heart beat!! Great way for you to raise funds for your adoption! We will have our tees next week!
The tree is amazing!! I'd love to see more! I have no idea if you can put your beautiful artwork on a tee, but I want to cheer you on!! Let me know
if you do! Also, how can we find your art on etsy?
Kari (friend of Jimmy and Dawn)
www.zoiegibson5.com (kiki)

Amy B. said...

Those are beautiful pieces of art. You do beautiful work. I know you would have a good market among adopting families. Amy

Shawn and Jami said...

You have an amazing gift! I am blessed to know you and call you friend. Miss you guys!


Jami

Shawn and Jami said...

Would love to get the Tree of Life for Shawn's office? Let me know.

MissHannah said...

I love both of these prints. The print I have from you, the beautiful, multi colored textile study (I think you called it) brightens my little place and makes me happy whenever I see it.

Please continue to share your talent with us all. Love you.