Sunday, January 23, 2011

the Creative Arts room

 
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When Jeremy moved out we had an extra room in the house. Heaven forbid that we actually turn it into a guest bedroom. Actually, we can if we need too. We are going to purchase a blow-up bed that can be used when we have guests. 
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When not being used as a guest room, we are using this as a place to get creative. I have a table with my paints and brushes and portable easel. A cabinet that we purchased at the flea market. We do have to repair one door and replace the glass, but the price was right and it was the right size for the room. I am trying to decide if I want to paint it or not. 
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Next to the cabinet is an easel that TOM built for Jeremy a few years ago. He was trying his hand at painting and being the supportive parents that we are ... well you know. He did not take it with him so I am using it as a stand for a book of flower paintings by Georgia O'Keefe. 
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Along the wall, I have a bookcase with photo boxes, books, candles, and a boom box. There is also a chaise lounge tucked in the corner if you want to sit and read or just relax. So now maybe I need to get off this computer and go get creative...
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I case you're wondering what that 'thing' is hanging on the wall with the stripped fabric, it is a headboard for the inflatable bed (or the real bed that used to be there). We made it about 5 years ago when Jeremy moved out the first time. Well, actually the second time, but who's counting?
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Sunday, January 16, 2011

Steelhorse Music Hall

 
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Water color on paper. 
My interpretation from a photograph taken in Reynolds, GA
I am pleased with the result. The lettering was challenging and the bench needs some work ...
... yes that's a bench.
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Friday, January 07, 2011

Vintage - Colorado

 
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I found a box full of old negatives in the attic earlier this year and asked for a negative scanner for Christmas.
I have scanned about 800 so far. As you can see, some of the negatives are damaged, but I like the effect. 
This is a shot of me and my oldest son walking across the Royal Gorge Bridge in Colorado.
Circa 1982.
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