Oh No, Monday
Following a chilly, rainy weekend – Not yet ready to begin the coming work week. Good thing I went to church yesterday.
“Be strong and of good courage,” – Josh. 1:6
"Patches & Rhymes" - Collection
The Painted Word
The Lenten Sunday’s work from “The Art of Prophecy” for this week is the prophet Daniel, Sistine Chapel, 1511.
Those who are wise will shine like the brightness of the heavens, and those who lead many to righteousness, like the stars forever and ever. But you, Daniel, close up and seal the words of the scroll until the time of the end. Many will go here and there to increase knowledge. Daniel 12:3-4, c536 BC
Michelangelo's Daniel, 1511
Certainly the time we live in meets the description of Daniel’s “time of the end.” Just as a casual reflection on modern travel, communications, and exponential increase in information in this computer age meets the requirements Daniel gives. – quote from the book, The Art of Prophecy.
The Weekend
Ah, the weekend! I’m sure that we all have our low moments following a tough week at one time or another. I’m feeling a little bit like this “once upon a time” little girl today. The illustration is in one of my favorite old books that I use to study as a child. I remember wondering if she was a little sad. Jodi, you commented recently about images capturing a mood, this one always has for me. Melancholy retreat.
I am going to find out what I can about this artist, Eloise. I cannot make out the last name on this however, I’m sure I have other pieces by her. Perhaps Burns, if anyone has information about the artist, please drop me a line? I’m drawn to a few really great women illustrators from the early 20s-40s and wonder how much of a struggle it may have been for them to obtain publication.
Feeling a bit beat up on the business front this week. I’m sure that I’m not alone as we all struggle in this current market.
Adding an update:
Is Eloise Burns, later known as Eloise Wilkin, Little Golden Books? The style looks so different but perhaps this is an early piece. This image reminds me a little of a Jesse Wilcox Smith, although I do not like to compare artist’s styles.
Let’s Talk Turkey
Hopefully no one is getting tired of my focus on the needed nutrients for controlling blood pressure. In my quest to find preferred methods of doing so, I am enjoying discoveries about food. Take Potassium, the previously mentioned report recommends a daily allowance of 4,700 milligrams. Sounded like a good place to start so, one last turkey baking for hours, was a good way to obtain more of this necessary nutrient and knock the chill off during the transitional weather.
Bird Bath
Buttered Bird
Bountiful Basted Bird
Early Bird
My only artful turkey I’m afraid is this early attempt, shown below, at a harvest greeting card.
Following turkey and taxes today, it’s back to the drawing board once again!
Out On the Town
Yes, It’s true, we took a rare trip to the city for a night out on the town. Our daughter and her hubs invited us out for St. Pat’s day last evening. They acquired four tickets for Powell Symphony Hall for an unexpected show called “Bowfire.” A total string experience, described as a meeting of critically acclaimed violinists and fiddlers whose expertise encompasses a diverse range of music. An amazing show, great company, an interesting trip downtown to take in the city lights, offers a whole new perspective and some fun.
Francis Xavior Cathedral - Grand Blvd
Fabulous "Fox" Theater - 1929
718 North Grand Blvd.
Powell Symphony Hall - Built 1925
Healthy Color
Well, I made it to the grocery store and returned with the healthy stuff. Taking the time to read the labels of everything I was buying, took additional time. I think I may have set a record for the longest grocery shopping experience.
The report I mentioned on Monday’s post was lengthy and the section on supplements is going to take more time to investigate. What I’ve read so far makes a lot of sense and I think it was a worth while purchase.
Some of the report included the commonly known healthy choices that we should already be making. However it also offers much information on nutrients, exercise, sleep, stress, meditation (I’ll call prayer), etc., some of which I was not aware, such as sea salt.
Who knew, sea salt, make the switch.
So, bringing home the colorful food is only the beginning to this natural approach of controlling blood pressure and a new way of living.
These are two of my healthiest pieces of art, both from my “Home Grown” collection.
Toy Treasures
I have never been very good about following routines but I keep trying. Last week I forgot to post a “Tuesday’s Treasure” so, today I’m sharing two. Both were depicted in my most recent fabric line, “Animal Alphabet Games” as shown here on a toy toss in yellow.
Creating this line was an extension of my fondness for vintage toys which I have collected over the years. Few of my own still remain in tact. I like to surround myself with the time worn children’s items especially the non plastic type, as a reminder and a comfort, I suppose. Also to create an inviting and interesting space for my favorite little ones that come to visit.
To see more of this fabric collection – Quilting Treasures
“Bisque dolls were all the rage from the late 1800s to around 1930. These small three inch, all bisque dolls were often referred to as Penny Dolls – About.com.” The original box was the inspiration for the tossed toy layout in the fabric group.
The second is my Humpty man, which I sculpted years ago and who has recently, lost his left shoe. The Pinocchio Puzzle box that he is sitting on was also included in this collection but I’ll save that for next Tuesday’s Treasure.
The connection between these two items is they were both a part of my crafting venture to create some Old World Santas dolls about twenty years ago. I have one completed, one that was sold (mistake) and four spare heads still waiting for their bodies. Another story to share later.
Come Up-ins
Regarding my recent post on struggling to achieve a healthy balance, it has become apparent that I must take the issue a bit more seriously. After the holiday’s festivities and extending the fairly steady diet of treats, pie, cookies, cakes & candy, I am getting my just desserts! My come up-ins! Yep, the party’s over. I’ve officially joined the 65 million Americans (American Heart Association) with high blood pressure and the condition definitely has my full attention.
A Yummy Batch of Oatmeal Cookies
So, the plan is to try the natural approach. Over the weekend a search turned up this report “High Blood Pressure Remedy Report” so, I’m reading up and going grocery shopping for the healthy stuff.
Although these were yummy cookies , the only healthy ingredient was oatmeal.
The Painted Word
In the Sunday Series of works from “The Art of Prophecy” I am posting two Isaiahs. Both of these works are presented in the book. I prefer Raphael’s Isaiah to Michalangelo’s based on which one I suppose is the more likely portrayal. The book points out the similarities of Raphael’s Isaiah to Michelangelo’s Moses.
Raphael's - The Prophet Isaiah, 1511-1512
Raphael (Raffaello Sanzio of Urbino) 1483-1520
Michelangelo's - Prophet Isaiah, 1509 Sistine Chapel
Michelangelo Buonarroti 1475 – 1564
Good, Bad & the Ugly
A few posts ago I shared some pictures of an inspiring spot in my work space. Today, surprisingly, I’m revealing the not so pretty side of a notoriously “messy artist.” The longer an art commission takes for me to complete, the messier the “joy” studio gets. So, following jobs back to back for months indicates, it might be a good time to get things in order. Here’s only part of the challenge.
Yes, this is the good side of the space; oh yeah the sixty’s music last Saturday was suppose to put me in the mood to clean up but only made another mess, reminiscing over the 45s,
the big bad wall; magazines are my downfall,
and the really ugly work tables. Can anyone relate, anyone?
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