Determined to be FUN!

I know, it’s hard to see. And that is exactly how I felt for the last few weeks.

I started this project after brainstorming ideas with Jeanine for our show that opens at the end of the month. It’s called, Just for Fun! Keeping this in mind, I began this idea to make a large raven. I collected used materials and began with joy in my heart! By the end of the day, the joy was turning to frustration. By the end of the week, I felt discouraged and hopeless. I kept thinking that this was supposed to be fun. I kept putting pressure on myself to finish perfectly and quickly.

After some coaching on Monday, I decided to not to trash the raven. I would finish without the pressure of perfection. And yesterday, I started to see the light!

Now there are other considerations, like where on earth will this large sculpture go? How will I get it to New Hope? Will it even fit out the door?

But really, I don’t care.  Now, I can see that it is possible. It is hopeful and silly and FUN! Even at this ugly stage, I know it could be wonderful.

Sometimes, it is hard to see how to accomplish our goals. I am so thankful for encouraging friends and coaching that helped me get out of my own way.  I imagine there are a few of you who can relate! Here is my encouragement to you.

Meerkat on the move and Class Info

We will explore human faces with contrasting expression. And just to make it more interesting,  we will add in some moving parts!

Here it is, Folks!

Classes and more…

I am thankful my path lead me in the direction that it did. I LOVE where I landed.

I admired her vigilance and care for her community.

This is my word of the week.

I was interviewed recently about my most meaningful project.

These two beauties are headed into another show! The secret is-I forgot I even submitted them!