Sunday, November 30, 2008
My Legal Stimulant Work Friend
Wiring myself up with obscene amounts of iced sweet tea so I can stay up and work on pencil portrait commissions for at least the next two hours.
Saturday's Art Show
Yesterday, I participated in an art/craft show held by the New London Theatre in Snellville. It was the first year that they have had this show. I do like getting out and seeing people, but I don't do shows like this very much anymore. (Why I don't do many shows would require its own blog entry).
Since the show was a fundraiser for the community theater, and they could guarantee me an inside spot near a window, I went for it! Here's a picture of my table and how I displayed:
On the table, I have my portfolio of original artwork samples, my promotional postcards and magnets, and some books I have illustrated. The sign is a corrugated plastic yard sign I got through an online printer. I just used wording that quickly expressed what I do.
I met a lot of interesting people and artists. Agatha, who creates beautiful Ukrainian (or Pysanky) eggs. I think she is so talented. I urged her to open up an online shop on Etsy.com.
Another interesting artist I met was Chouaeib Saidi, who lives in the Inman Park area of Atlanta came to show how he creates hard pastel portraits on the spot (he uses Prismacolor's NuPastel sticks). It was so fun for everyone to watch him paint from a live model.
Last but definitely not least, I finally got to meet my "Internet buddy" of many years, Cynthia of ChicksAndCubs.com! We had known each other through various internet networking groups and clubs, but this was the first time we met in person, because Cynthia lives in South Carolina.
I'm in the pink shirt. Yes, I know. I should find a comb and use it. All I can say in my defense is that I am recovering from the cold/flu from this past week!
The show ran from 9 am until 4 pm. My twin daughters babysat their little brothers. Now I owe them each 40 bucks! So between the babysitting payments and the fee for my space at the show, I'm in the red $90, but I think it was well worth it for the experience and the opportunity to have my art seen.
Portrait in progress
I worked on two portraits while I was there, and there was a fantastic turnout, considering that it was a pretty rainy and cold day.
Since the show was a fundraiser for the community theater, and they could guarantee me an inside spot near a window, I went for it! Here's a picture of my table and how I displayed:
On the table, I have my portfolio of original artwork samples, my promotional postcards and magnets, and some books I have illustrated. The sign is a corrugated plastic yard sign I got through an online printer. I just used wording that quickly expressed what I do.I met a lot of interesting people and artists. Agatha, who creates beautiful Ukrainian (or Pysanky) eggs. I think she is so talented. I urged her to open up an online shop on Etsy.com.
Another interesting artist I met was Chouaeib Saidi, who lives in the Inman Park area of Atlanta came to show how he creates hard pastel portraits on the spot (he uses Prismacolor's NuPastel sticks). It was so fun for everyone to watch him paint from a live model.
Last but definitely not least, I finally got to meet my "Internet buddy" of many years, Cynthia of ChicksAndCubs.com! We had known each other through various internet networking groups and clubs, but this was the first time we met in person, because Cynthia lives in South Carolina.
I'm in the pink shirt. Yes, I know. I should find a comb and use it. All I can say in my defense is that I am recovering from the cold/flu from this past week!The show ran from 9 am until 4 pm. My twin daughters babysat their little brothers. Now I owe them each 40 bucks! So between the babysitting payments and the fee for my space at the show, I'm in the red $90, but I think it was well worth it for the experience and the opportunity to have my art seen.
Portrait in progressMonday, November 24, 2008
Did you put the turkey on?
This video is a must-see before Thanksgiving and Christmas. Make sure you are prepared to put the turkey on! LINK
Lone Piano in Woods
Police wonder why a perfectly good piano was found at the end of a trail in the woods.
The piano is even tuned, and has the piano bench positioned as if ready for someone to sit down and play. I think it's some kind of art experiment. What do you think? LINK
The piano is even tuned, and has the piano bench positioned as if ready for someone to sit down and play. I think it's some kind of art experiment. What do you think? LINK
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Send Christmas Cards to Injured Soldiers - corrected info
Susan Boswell, a friend of mine who is a Stampin Up! demonstrator, had this great idea in her newest e-mail newsletter:
CHRISTMAS CARD IDEA:
When you are making your Christmas cards this year, please send one to:
A Recovering American Soldier
c/o Walter Reed Army Medical Center
6900 Georgia Avenue,NW
Washington , D.C. 20307-5001
New message from Susan, with another card program that is legitimate:
It was pointed out to me that the card program I mentioned in my newsletter is inaccurate. Cards addressed as such will not be delivered for security reasons. My apologies for misleading you; I'm usually pretty careful about checking this like this out one snopes, but it never occurred to me that this wasn't legit.
This one, however, is a legitimate program, new for 2008: http://www.redcross.org/email/saf/
Holiday Mail for Heroes
From the front lines to the home front, the American Red Cross provides service members, their families and veterans with the care and assistance they need.
The Red Cross is partnering with Pitney Bowes this holiday season for the Holiday Mail for Heroes campaign. For the second year in a row, we’re collecting holiday cards to distribute to American service members, veterans and their families in the United States and around the world. Pitney Bowes is generously donating technology, resources and postage to make this holiday card program possible.
Our goal is to collect and distribute one million holiday cards to spread holiday cheer and facilitate thanks to these brave individuals and families.
Please send cards to this address, following the guidelines listed below:
Holiday Mail for Heroes
PO Box 5456
Capitol Heights, MD 20791-5456
* Please ensure that all cards are signed.
* Please use generic salutations such as “Dear Service Member.” Cards addressed to specific individuals can not be delivered through this program.
* Please send cards as opposed to long letters which delay a quick review process.
* Please do not include email or home addresses on the cards, as the program is not meant to foster pen pal relationships.
* Please do not include inserts of any kind, including photos, as these items will be removed during the reviewing process.
* All cards received may be used in program publicity efforts, including appearing in broadcast, print or online mediums.
On the website, you can also:
* Download and print a free card.
* Learn about other ways to participate.
* Get the latest news about Holiday Mail for Heroes.
* Watch a video from Red Cross Celebrity Cabinet Members
Card Guidelines
Please follow these guidelines when mailing a card to ensure that your card will quickly reach service members, veterans and their families. Every card received will first be screened for hazardous materials by Pitney Bowes and then reviewed by Red Cross volunteers working in one of 16 sorting stations around the country.
* All cards must be postmarked no later than Wednesday, December 10, 2008. Cards sent after this date will be returned to sender.
* Participants are encouraged to limit the number of cards they submit to 25 from any one person or 50 from any one class or group. If you are mailing a larger quantity, please bundle the cards and place them in large mailing envelopes. Each card does not need its own envelope or postage.
* Please ensure that all cards are signed.
* Please use generic salutations such as “Dear Service Member.” Cards addressed to specific individuals can not be delivered through this program.
* Please send cards as opposed to long letters which delay a quick review process.
* Please do not include email or home addresses on the cards, as the program is not meant to foster pen pal relationships.
* Please do not include inserts of any kind, including photos, as these items will be removed during the reviewing process.
* All cards received may be used in program publicity efforts, including appearing in broadcast, print or online mediums.
Where to Send Phone Cards, Gift Cards and Care Packages:
* Phone cards or gift cards will not be accepted with the holiday cards. Those wishing to send calling cards or gift cards/certificates should go to www.aafes.com, scroll down to "AAFES Community Connection" and click on "Help Our Troops Call Home" or "Gift Cards/Certificates for Our Troops" in order to send such items.
* No 'Care Packages' will be accepted at this address. Those wishing to send care packages should go to www.AmericaSupportsYou.com and click under "Homefront Groups" to find out how to send care packages.
CHRISTMAS CARD IDEA:
When you are making your Christmas cards this year, please send one to:
A Recovering American Soldier
6900 Georgia Avenue,NW
Washington , D.C. 20307-5001
New message from Susan, with another card program that is legitimate:
It was pointed out to me that the card program I mentioned in my newsletter is inaccurate. Cards addressed as such will not be delivered for security reasons. My apologies for misleading you; I'm usually pretty careful about checking this like this out one snopes, but it never occurred to me that this wasn't legit.
This one, however, is a legitimate program, new for 2008: http://www.redcross.org/email/saf/
Holiday Mail for Heroes
From the front lines to the home front, the American Red Cross provides service members, their families and veterans with the care and assistance they need.
The Red Cross is partnering with Pitney Bowes this holiday season for the Holiday Mail for Heroes campaign. For the second year in a row, we’re collecting holiday cards to distribute to American service members, veterans and their families in the United States and around the world. Pitney Bowes is generously donating technology, resources and postage to make this holiday card program possible.
Our goal is to collect and distribute one million holiday cards to spread holiday cheer and facilitate thanks to these brave individuals and families.
Please send cards to this address, following the guidelines listed below:
Holiday Mail for Heroes
PO Box 5456
Capitol Heights, MD 20791-5456
* Please ensure that all cards are signed.
* Please use generic salutations such as “Dear Service Member.” Cards addressed to specific individuals can not be delivered through this program.
* Please send cards as opposed to long letters which delay a quick review process.
* Please do not include email or home addresses on the cards, as the program is not meant to foster pen pal relationships.
* Please do not include inserts of any kind, including photos, as these items will be removed during the reviewing process.
* All cards received may be used in program publicity efforts, including appearing in broadcast, print or online mediums.
On the website, you can also:
* Download and print a free card.
* Learn about other ways to participate.
* Get the latest news about Holiday Mail for Heroes.
* Watch a video from Red Cross Celebrity Cabinet Members
Card Guidelines
Please follow these guidelines when mailing a card to ensure that your card will quickly reach service members, veterans and their families. Every card received will first be screened for hazardous materials by Pitney Bowes and then reviewed by Red Cross volunteers working in one of 16 sorting stations around the country.
* All cards must be postmarked no later than Wednesday, December 10, 2008. Cards sent after this date will be returned to sender.
* Participants are encouraged to limit the number of cards they submit to 25 from any one person or 50 from any one class or group. If you are mailing a larger quantity, please bundle the cards and place them in large mailing envelopes. Each card does not need its own envelope or postage.
* Please ensure that all cards are signed.
* Please use generic salutations such as “Dear Service Member.” Cards addressed to specific individuals can not be delivered through this program.
* Please send cards as opposed to long letters which delay a quick review process.
* Please do not include email or home addresses on the cards, as the program is not meant to foster pen pal relationships.
* Please do not include inserts of any kind, including photos, as these items will be removed during the reviewing process.
* All cards received may be used in program publicity efforts, including appearing in broadcast, print or online mediums.
Where to Send Phone Cards, Gift Cards and Care Packages:
* Phone cards or gift cards will not be accepted with the holiday cards. Those wishing to send calling cards or gift cards/certificates should go to www.aafes.com, scroll down to "AAFES Community Connection" and click on "Help Our Troops Call Home" or "Gift Cards/Certificates for Our Troops" in order to send such items.
* No 'Care Packages' will be accepted at this address. Those wishing to send care packages should go to www.AmericaSupportsYou.com and click under "Homefront Groups" to find out how to send care packages.
Saturday, November 15, 2008
Lunch Bag Art
I do little drawings on my son's preschool lunch bag. I ask him what he wants me to draw. He will usually ask for Thomas the Tank Engine or a cat. I just do a 2 minute doodle with a Sharpie marker. But this dad goes all out! You won't believe the artwork - he draws these during his lunchtime at work.[read more]
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