I went with my friend Nic and her family to the Bisti Badlands on Saturday. The trip was over three hours each way. But there was so much gorgeous scenery and good company I barely noticed the time. And when we reached our destination it was sooooooo spectacular. And we barely scratched the surface. Definitely planning on going back in the spring and spending more time there – maybe a weekend – that would be too cool. And the snow there is amazing. Go to my Flickr site for more photos.
So I’m on the main page of Duke City Fix today! I blogged over there about the railyard and Chantal, the owner of the site, put my post on the main page! How cool is that? And here’s another pic.
My big boy wrote his name for the first time Saturday night! He was supposed to be sleeping, but was instead writing on his chalkboard. We, of course, overlooked the late night infraction and instead took pictures of our awesome boy and his latest achievement!
And yes that is an actual putting green
does this guy look like George W. Bush? Went on an invigorating photohunt today with Leau. I think my muse has finally struck again. Working on new stuff right now, but had to share this one!
Las Vegas, NM!! It’s Las Vegas, of course!!
So, it’s been a while since I actually created something BRAND NEW! And I finally did today. Other than that the day was not very fun, but at least I was able to squeeze some Photoshop time in.
This bridge is just west of Albuquerque off of I-40. It was once part of the old Route 66 highway. I love that it’s part of that era and had that history. Can you imagine all of the stories of the stories of the people that crossed this bridge. Mindblowing. Photo was taken last spring – there was still snow on the ground – but I tried to “warm it up” in photoshop.
So I finally buckled down and got my Etsy shop up and running – it even has stuff for sale in it!! Right now it’s only prints, but I plan on putting a few of my resin and wire pieces in it also.
So – I’ve been taking stock of my life recently – specifically my “art life”. I’ve accomplished a lot of things this year, including- sold my art!! (this is huge for me), 2 shows, several art fairs, joined a fabulous group of artists – the Duke City Renegades, started another group – the Rio Grande Artisans with several of my artista friends and had success with both – as a group and individually, spread the word about mixed media art and ATCs through workshops and events from Santa Fe to Magdalena, furthered my skills as a photographer in many ways, and finally started working with encaustics. So what do I want to do with these new skills and experiences? Well – here’s the plan:
Focus on two mediums:
photography and encaustics (and the mixing of the two)
Focus on a specific series:
take my glass negative images and continue reworking them in encaustics,
I have 4 pieces so far
Get my work into a local gallery
Continue with both groups and participate in group shows at the Factory on Fifth
Get my etsy shop in working order – (it’s exists – but needs some TLC before I broadcast it to the world)
Work very targeted and well-researched shows starting next summer
Use this winter and spring to focus on art instead of “production”
Working full-time has put a serious dent in my art time – it’s definitely time to get serious and focus. In 2006 I played with a different media or technique every month as part of the “Las Semanas” group. That was a really good thing for me at that time and I learned a lot. This year my photography and encaustics have really become my joy. I’m still going to continue with my ATCs and explore mixed media that way – but no more acrylics or assemblage/collage stuff for the time being.
FOCUS FOCUS FOCUS!!!
So, the lovely Leighanna tagged me a while back and I finally have the time to sit down and think about this meme. So here goes:
8 Passions in my life:
art
my babies
my boo
my friends
my job
Photoshop
New Mexico
art (again because I can’t say it enough)
8 Things to do before I die:
go to Europe
see the pyramids
have a solo gallery show
own my own house
be able to break free of the 9 to 5 job thing
8 things I often say:
Dude!
cool!
seriously (I blame Grey’s Anatomy)
whatever
fabulous
boo (as in “Hey Boo – how are you?)
sweet
Thank you for calling Fastsigns on the Two, this is Raine, how may I help you?
8 books I’ve read recently:
(disclaimer – I hardly ever read books these days – not enough hours in the day)
Secrets of Rusty Things
a million and one kids books – each read a billion times over
8 Songs that mean something to me:
In Your Room – Depeche Mode
The Day Brings – Brad
New York – U2
One – U2
We’re in this Together – NIN
Untouchable Face – Ani Di Franco
Flinch – Alanis Morrisette
Sweetest Perfection – Depeche Mode
8 Qualities I look for in a friend:
silliness
loyalty
passion
honesty
– I think that covers it
8 people I will pass this on to:
Leau
Raesha
Regina
Judith
Bridgette
Laurie
