“A Walk in the Woods” is looking finished for the Howland Community Open today. Only part lacking are two eye screws to hang from the wall/ceiling/window. I wonder if it will make it on the “curators wall”. That would be a big honor. Drop off time is between noon and 4pm Saturday January 29th. ThisContinue reading “A Walk in the Woods”
Tag Archives: The Arts Center
Filling in Squares
Progress has been slow but I might still make it for the Howland Community Open at The Arts Center in Corvallis. Today I found perfect screw eyes to connect the squares and clear hemlock for the frame. However, I’m realizing the screws purchased will not cover all the connections needed…. back to the hardware store!Continue reading “Filling in Squares”
Fern Luminaria
Here is the finished product for the show “Where Birds Dream” Title: House in the Ferns Show opens November 19, 5:30-7:30 Exhibit runs: November 20 – December 24 End of Auction Event: December 10, 6-8pm
Shoji Birdhouse: Almost complete!
Saturday was the day for leaf work. Dave had nicely harvested four fronds from the licorice ferns at the park several days ago . Originally I was thinking about using bracken ferns, but he was unable to locate the plants. Oh well! These will do nicely. I chose to print the leaves onto butcher paperContinue reading “Shoji Birdhouse: Almost complete!”
Shoji Birdhouse contd.
Report from Thursday: This is where I’m at so far. Base is finished and wired. Roof is almost complete (ridgeline cap needs attaching and one more interior support to add). To do: Figuring out corner support strips, cut paper design and a couple of other things. Here are some photos of it lit up!
Shoji Birdhouse Lamp
How often have I started a project with one thing in mind only to shift towards, well, something a bit different. Since I have not posted my original ideas/drawings, you would have no idea what I’ve been thinking. The birdhouse deadline is fast approaching and many artists have already dropped their work off. Will IContinue reading “Shoji Birdhouse Lamp”
Birdhouse project: step 2
“Where Birds Dream…” birdhouse project update Yesterday was definitely an unproductive day. However Tuesday and today have been quite good. This is where I’m up to: After finishing the foam core model, I shifted into creating frames from spruce. For the previous lamp/luminaria, the frames were constructed using balsa wood. Easy to cut, very lightContinue reading “Birdhouse project: step 2”
Birdhouse start
Project: “Where Birds Dream” birdhouse show at The Arts Center Project Due date: November 10-13 Today’s Date: October 26 Nothing like cutting projects close. But the big question is will it be finished in time? So yesterday I finally pulled out the foam core and started hacking. I had a general size idea in myContinue reading “Birdhouse start”
Chocolate Fantasy & Art Auction
The Arts Center’s Chocolate Fantasy is fast approaching. Starting at 6pm on Saturday February 27th, club level of Reser Stadium in Corvallis, 10 chocolatiers will strut their stuff to benefit the Arts Center (Beaver Catering, Bad Cupcakes, Burst’s Chocolates, Feast Alternative, Francesco’s Gelato, Jillicious Desserts, Novak’s Hungarian Restaurant, OSU Catering, Rocket Queen Cupcakes & SpringhillContinue reading “Chocolate Fantasy & Art Auction”
Heart Sold
Last night was the closing bid for the “Shrines and Reliquary Show” at The Arts Center. It had been delayed due to bad weather on Saturday.The event started at 4pm with people slowly trickling in after work. Staff provided wine, cheese, crackers, chips & salsa, and a few cookies. I had a great visit withContinue reading “Heart Sold”
Sticks, Stones, and Paper Stew Blog 