Magazine Highlights and upcoming events!

Just a quick posting to say how pleased I am to be a part of this issue of Celebrate365. Not just once, but three times. I know, I know... I couldn't believe it.

Just to part of this great publication that features so many talented artist would've been great but this! Im giddy.

You see my JOL Lady first on pages 14-15

Then My scared kitty on page 18

and if that wasn't enough by JOL Luminaria is on the back cover.

Wow what a way to start the Holiday season!.

You still have a chance to snatch any one these up, first at Spirits in Sanford on October 9th

and then on Octobe 16th at SpookyTime Jingles Soiree.

Hope to see some of you there.

The Patry's Over...

And what a party it was. The 15th annual Halloween and Vine has come and gone, but not before old acquaintances were renewed and new ones sewn. A great big thanks to all those of true blue as well as new collectors who continue to support this talented group of artist. It is through your efforts that we can continue our creative endeavors.

I got there a little early so I jumped in and helped getting some of the decorations together with Ginny Diezel one of the original founders of Halloween And Vine.

It wasn't long before others started to arrive like Dani Nelson and Wendy Leaumont from Spookytime Jingles.

It didn't take long to realize I had to get my act together so after a little caffiene fix ti was to work I went, and at the speed of light as you can see!

after a bit I was all set up and ready for the next day.

I apologize for the lack of pics of other Artists booth but when in a rush and at a certain age taking pictures without a tripod produces, shall we say a nebulous result.

I had the pleasure of being situated next to Allen Cunningham his work is so amazingly detailed in person, the scale he works in just blows me away! My hazy pictures did no justice to his work.

David's table from ChickenLips was all set and done as was everyone else's by the end of the day.

An encouraging line of collectors almost 200 strong ready and waiting for the doors to open at nine, many had been there since before dawn, amazing ,right. Thank you all!

The doors opened and the crowds thronged to the artists tables.

Not long into the event did William Bezek's table looked sparse as his collectors picked it to the bone in no time.

One thing led to another and before you knew it in much too short a time it was over.

But the fun didn't end there most of us ended up at the after party held at the Adobe Pumpkin Farm. Great food, lovely live music fantastic crowd all made for a delightful evening. After many goodbyes we were off early the next day. For some reason my TomTom plotted a route back to San Francisco that I had never taken, I went with the flow and was I glad.. the scenery was spectacular as you can see.

It was the perfect ending for a great weekend. Till next Year!

Now to get ready for Spirits in Sanford and SpookyTimeJinges Soiree, see ya all there!

Guess Where I'm Headed?

Guess Yet? Does the "Towering Inferno" ring a bell?

Well I'm a week away from the big show the 15th Annual Halloween and Vine on Saturday the 25th in Petaluma California. What else to do with a week to kill but take in some sights and finally relax. Even though this is just my second year at this prestigious event, I'm still as thrilled an honored to be among such company.

This years creations have arrived in San Francisco and they can't wait to make their debut at the show! If you've been following my delinquent and infrequent postings you have already made an acquaintance with what I call my Village People. Now you can see them for yourself as they make their first appearance at Halloween & Vine.

I've been playing with the Idea of clothed figures for most of this year. Working out the costumes and hats and I think you'll like what I've come up with.

Most of the clothing is based on historical patterns or my interpretation of them. I'v used reclaimed clothing from thrift shop finds in keeping with my recycled materials effort.

I think this source of material only adds richness and character to the pieces.

Of Course I still am intrigued with all paper mache figures so there will be plenty of those for you to pick from.

As well as some of my fun Luminarias! it just wouldn't be Halloween without those.

But mostly I look forward to seeing some familiar faces again and anticipate a lot of new ones as well. My goodness it's only Monday and Im ansty to get on the road to Petaluma and Halloween Heaven, see you all there.

Guess

Guess?

Well I'm a week away from the big show the 15th Annual Halloween and Vine on Saturday the 25th in Petaluma California. What else to do with a week to kill but take in some sights and finally relax. Even though this is just my second year at this prestigious event, I'm still as thrilled an honored to be among such company.

This years creations have arrived in San Francisco and they can't wait to make their debut at the show! If you've been following my delinquent and infrequent postings you have already made an acquaintance with what I call my Village People. Now you can see them for yourself as they make their first appearance at Halloween & Vine.

I've been playing with the Idea of clothed figures for most of this year. Working out the costumes and hats and I think you'll like what I've come up with.

Most of the clothing is based on historical patterns or my interpretation of them. I'v used reclaimed clothing from thrift shop finds in keeping with my recycled materials effort.

I think this source of material only adds richness and character to the pieces.

Of Course I still am intrigued with all paper mache figures so there will be plenty of those for you to pick from.

As well as some of my fun Luminarias! it just wouldn't be Halloween without those.

But mostly I look forward to seeing some familiar faces again and anticipate a lot of new ones as well. My goodness it's only Monday and Im ansty to get on the road to Petaluma and Halloween Heaven, see you all there.

Waiting to Exhale!

My goodness, this has been a crazy couple of weeks. Between getting ready for the upcoming shows and life's unexpected "pleasure" catching my breath requires timing. I may have been delinquent in posting but it's paid off in work accomplished. So for those of you waiting to exhale at the shows heres a little peek of whats in store.

Those of you may remember my "Village People", well here I am doing last minute touch up's on Heidi. Wait to you see her at H&V.

Attack of the Thumb Head Man! Just playing puppet master for some post cards I have planned. The Fairy will be making a landing at H&V as well.

A little peek at something new, debuting at the Shows!

Regardless I look forward to seeing all of you again at Halloween & Vine on September 25th in Petaluma and on October 9th at Spirits in Sanford in Florida.

There is also the Madman's Masquerade to which I've sent pieces but not attending, here's what's on it's way there for those of you attending that event.

Of course Im also very excited to meet new collectors and fellow STJ Artist at SpookyTime Jingle Soiree on October 15th. So check your dates and schedules for a show near you! See Ya all there!

One parting shot of a completed commission piece for a dear collector of mine.

I'm really please how she turned out.

Heidi, Maria and Lucy!

My goodness! can't believe I've been this delinquent in posting. Part of it has been a time crunch for meeting deadlines, but that has been aggravated by some medical complications due to past injury. I ask for your continued patience and support. It will take some adjusting but I will continue to create. I just need time to figure out how to work within my limitations.

That being said here is a sneak peak of what some of you can look forward to at the upcoming fall shows.

The first I guess is an influence from "Heidi" or "The Sound Of Music" I can't tell which, it all started when friends of mine said they were going to vacation in Austria this year, my imagination did the rest.

Also a pic of some of the finished pieces including a witch and a Gypsy which my friends tell me must have been influenced by "I Love Lucy" episode were Lucy plays the Queen of the Gypsies.. Gyp, Gyp, Gyp, Gypa Gypsies!

Od course now I'm crunching to finish all the accessories on time to ship. Regardless I look forward to seeing all of you again at Halloween & Vine on September 25th in Petaluma and on October 9th at Spirits in Sanford in Florida.

Im also very excited to meet new collectors and fellow STJ Artist at SpookyTime Jingle Soiree on October 15th. Wheeoo! now wonder I'm stressed. See Ya all there!

Trilogy of Terror and GI Joe's

Hey everyone just trying to stay on schedule for the upcoming shows. Life has a way of throwing stray balls at you and I'm no exception. With my busiest show schedule yet my shoulder injury seems to be flaring up badly, hence the lack of postings.

That said, I thought I'd share some of what I've been busy with. My village people got some clothes and hats. I've also been playing with backdrops for them, maybe eventually they can become cards, you never know
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But they were a little lonely so I started a new batch, thanks to miracles of pain medications. Some friends will be coming by to help me with the basics, priming, base-coating etc. in exchange for pizza.

Creations seem to be coming out of the woodwork or out of the oven literally.

They do seem like something out of Dawn of the Dead, or better yet "Trilogy of Terror".
I know I'm dating myself but does anyone remember Karen Black in that.

The segment was called "Amelia"


She brings home a Zuni doll, the chain binding the warriors spirit falls of, the doll comes to life and the fun begins.

I was terrified for days after, and hid all my GI Joe's just in case.
Compared to today's technology the Zuni doll's movement seem comical, but in it's day it was very effective. The story still holds up it's just the juju that seems childish.
Well I gotta get back to my dolls so that they can come to life in time for their debuts. Thanks everyone for your continued support and encouragement.