by Great Joy Studio | Apr 14, 2010 | Studio
Outside my studio windows, what I look forward to seeing most in the Spring are the wild Dogwood trees. Our predominately shaded property is blessed with many.
The Dogwood Legend
In Jesus’ time, the dogwood grew
To a stately size and a lovely hue.
‘Twas strong and firm it’s branches interwoven
For the cross of Christ its timbers were chosen.
Seeing the distress at this use of their wood
Christ made a promise which still holds good:
“Never again shall the dogwood grow
Large enough to be used so.
Slender and twisted, it shall be
With blossoms like the cross for all to see.
As blood stains the petals marked in brown
The blossom’s center wears a thorny crown.
All who see it will remember Me
Crucified on a cross from the dogwood tree.
Cherished and protected, this tree shall be
A reminder to all of my agony.”
by Great Joy Studio | Mar 12, 2010 | Studio
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?
by Great Joy Studio | Mar 6, 2010 | Studio
My mom managed a much more organized house and schedule than I have ever been able to maintain. Every Saturday my sister and I knew that the morning was set aside for cleaning, usually to the tune of KXOK on the radio. This morning I’m playing the “Sixties” station on satellite radio hoping it will put me in the mood for the ongoing effort of the studio clean up.
Future Craft Project?
by Great Joy Studio | Feb 25, 2010 | Spiritual, Studio
As creative individuals, we all understand being inspired by our surroundings. Today I am sharing some images of my studio that I keep displayed that help to inspire me. The art is from my “Woodsy Wanderers” and “Tiny Tailors” lines. Not only were these some of the most fun to do but also as I wandered through my surroundings one summer, I was truly inspired to do them. This art group also reminds me of a time that all of the elements, that perfect balance for a joyous existence was present. It was a blessed time.
As I am finishing up on a difficult job, I needed a reminder of a state of being that brings the joy to that “gladness of heart.”
