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Wonderous Art Wednesday

Lisa Congdon is my WAW artist of the week.  I learned about Lisa Congdon years ago.  Her sister is from Portland and started her blog about the same time that I did.  It was always a favorite on my blog roll.  It's been so interesting to see these sister's evolve.  It's a testiment to what blogging can accomplish.  Over the years, Lisa has been able to make art her full time job.  Something I wish for myself.  It's been so interesting to see where she pops up.  I instantly recognized her work in ReadyMade, DesignSponge and countless other places.  She is definitely an inspiration to me.  Her work is constantly changing.  Her are some recent pieces from her Etsy store.

Wondrous Art Wednesday

Peggy Wyman is my artist of the week.  She weaves these amazing sculptures using pine needles.  She got her start in this craft while researching a book.  Her main character is a basket weaver, so she took a class to get some insight on the craft.  It turned into a while new path for her.  Her work is just beautiful and so unique.

 

Wondrous Art Wednesday

Wow, I can't believe I went without blogging for so long.  Time has just gotten away from me.  Today when thinking about what to post, I just wanted to have some art with birds.  They always have a calming effect on me.  I love Richard Longden's birds.  They are just so whimsical and fun.  They make me smile.  Richard is having a sale on his Etsy's site, so this would be a great time to pick up one (or three) of his prints.  

Wondrous Art Wednesday

On vacation this past weekend, I saw a lot of David Jensen's photography.  From galleries to the local Chamber of Commerce, his work was everywhere.  One can see why.  His photography is absolutely beautiful.  I tried to channel him a little bit when taking pictures in the Imnaha Valley.  Yeah, I can't even come close.  He is a great inspiration and really highlights how beautiful this region is.  All the pictures I've chosen this week are right around where I vacationed.  His work ranges all over the Northwest. 

Wondrous Art Wednesday

Kurt Weiser is my WAW of the week.  He takes ceramics to a whole new level with the beautiful paintings he does.  I especially love when two pieces of work come together to make one amazing work of art. 

  

Wondrous Art Wednesday

Heather Knight is my WAW Artist of the week. I love the look of her ceramic work. You can almost feel the texture through the picture. You can see more of her work here.

Wondrous Art Wednesday

Across the hall from my office a massive construction project is underway.  It's so noisy and dusty and I pretty much wish I was anywhere but here.  So today, I'm doing a little visual escape from the chaos.  Portland Photographer Misha Aston is my WAW artist of the week.  None of her work is touched up in photoshop.  I love that!

Wondrous Art Wednesday

Cary Weigand is my artist of the week.  I remember seeing her on Oregon Art Beat awhile ago.  Her clay sculptures are so incredible.  I love her blend of Asian and Native American themes.  Her creations definitely stay with you long after you have seen them.  The details are amazing.  You can watch her on Oregon Art Beat tomorrow (July 24th) when her story repeats.

 

 

 

Wondrous Art Wednesday

As I get ready to begin a new Encaustic painting class tomorrow, I thought it was only fitting that I picked a artist who does encaustic painting.  NewbyArt has wonderful mixed media paintings.  She even sells a 18 page tutorial on how to do encaustic painting.  Check out her blog too.  She has lots of great paintings there as well.

Wondrous Art Wednesday

YogaGoat Pottery is my WAW artist of the week.  I was immediately drawn to this beautiful pottery.  After reading about how she creates, it makes her pieces all that more special.  Andrea states that "Each and every piece you see here is hand-thrown, and hand-carved, by me. I use no molds, templates, or decals. The designs are drawn freehand, so while I may repeat a design, no two will ever be alike."  Amazing!  I couldn't imagine working free hand with no templates or molds.