The Storytelling Chair

My Summer project got a boost yesterday when I submitted my information to the nice folks at the Chair Affair. You can also view the progress of my chair here.

This process has been like taking a class and I am about to graduate (it is due September 1). I learned everything as I went along. Each problem was a challenge. Going through a process like this, builds ones confidence and strengthens determination. I am looking forward to doing more wood projects and combining my love of Folk Art and Conceptual Art. The best part about this project is it is for a great cause. I hope The Storytelling Chair does well at the auction!

I hope people take note of the concept. You are meant to listen to the story the chair tells you and then tell that story. I would love to hear those stories! It has been telling them to me throughout the process.

I am still working on the chair, just a few small things need to be tied together..so as always friends,

ONWARD!!

*I am having camera troubles, so I am late on my self portrait this week. But rest assured, I have taken the photo but can't get it to download..as soon as I get it worked out I will post it.

Frankenstein Friday

After a good chew, in this case dried sweet potato a guy just needs to rest! Have a lovely weekend everyone!

23/52 weeks

23/52 weeks
Originally uploaded by tracey st.peter

Art hurts!..yep I got this crazy blister working on my big summer project. Yow! I know Mr. Eleven would tell me to pop it, but he is out of town so I am going to let it be, for now. It is a bit harder today and less throbbie than yesterday.

The project is due real soon, I will put together a step by step pictorial of the entire process from start to finish when it is complete. But as I keep saying, I need to keep it to myself till it is done. Mostly, I am keeping it on the low-down so I can keep my head clear and not worry what others might think...it is a delicate balance. Since this is a new thing of me, I am protecting myself more than I need to with a Painting. But as of today, it is on track and I think going well...I think.
in-any-case....Onward!...blisters and all!

Mr. Elevn picks a nice wine

Mr. Elevn picks a nice wine
Originally uploaded by tracey st.peter

check out photos from the 3rd Eric Schindler Satellite gallery show, hosted by Art180. It was another strong show and for August a great turn out. I had one Globe and two paintings in this show.

Onward!

frankenstein's first look at the ocean

frankenstein's first look at the ocean
Originally uploaded by tracey st.peter

This video was taken last September. It just reached 507 hits on my flickr page. That is the most hits any of my photos has ever received. I would like to think it is because it is such a cute video, but I realize it may have more to do with the words: Nude Beach being in the description. In any case, I think it is super cute and since I haven't been to the beach yet this year it is a nice reminder of how great that feels. Hope you enjoy it...Happy Frankenstein Friday!

22/52 weeks

22/52 weeks
Originally uploaded by tracey st.peter

The self portrait today is of me my dog and the fruits from my garden...in this case lots of tomatoes. Tomato sandwiches and salads rule! It is that time of year, The garden is paying us back for all the care we gave it this year.

I have big news today I have the date of my next solo show at the Eric Schindler Gallery, Oct. 2011. It's the future!..I expect we will all be driving flying cars by then and wearing Mylar suits. So friends, start making plans to be here for it....World Ball II! I may change the name by then...

The Summer is winding down...and I am gearing up! The last few months have been about getting reconnected. After a solo show you go though a period sort of like postpartum depression. But sucks to that! I worked it out in my garden, pruning rose bushes, nurturing seedlings, battling Virgina creeper (The most determined weed that ever lived, I swear it!). With the harvest of my big red ripe tomatoes I have found peace. I feel ready to get back in the studio and like the Bees who are working when I rise and still at it till the sun sets, it is time to work!

Onward!...Yay!

I just came across these awesome images from a group of Detroit photographers. Both beautiful and tragic, they tell the story of the state of my hometown as it is today. Mostly it is love.

I am still in Vacation mode, but feeling the bubbling urge to get back into the swing of things...I am for the record, working in the studio...closer everyday to sharing what I am working on...soon very soon, I promise.
Onward....