The Gascot Method

En La Cocina (still in progress)

2012-01-30T12:51:00.003-05:00

En La Cocina (in progress)

2012-01-26T09:30:00.000-05:00

Working on an autobiographical large (48" x 60") Latin Pop piece for the upcoming Have a Heart exhibit. The title, in English, means "In the Kitchen".
Stay tuned.

Have a Heart Group Project

2012-01-23T21:31:00.003-05:00

Mary and I collaborate quite often, but this past week we had the chance to work together as a studio on one of the projects for the Have a Heart exhibit. It was great fun!

Left to Right: Joan Yi, Mary Gallagher Stout, Lynn Goldstein, You-Know-Who and Annie Gedicks

Gonna Fill That Kitchen!

2012-01-20T10:00:00.000-05:00

Mary and I are hard at work on the Have a Heart Project. When not creating art for the exhibit, we are on the road, going from store to store asking for food donations. Here we are at Bottom Dollar. They contributed a $25 gift card. We were thrilled to spend it on food for the installation/drive right away!

We go food shopping with donations on a weekly basis so if you are too far to bring some non-perishables to the gallery but wish to support our initiative, you can do so through the Have a Heart donation page.

Have a Heart Article: Lorton Patch

2012-01-19T20:36:00.004-05:00

Click the photo (by the fantastic James Cullum!) to read the article.

(Mostly) Junk Food Journal

2012-01-18T21:11:00.003-05:00

Here's a sneak peek at one of the interactive pieces for the Have a Heart Project. The completed piece will be a diptych (Mary and I are creating our own simultaneously). The collage elements are made up of the packaging (wrappers, boxes, bags, etc.) that contained the (mostly) junk food we've consumed at the studio from the time we began putting together this exhibit. The pieces will become public journals onto which visitors will be able to write about their own relationships with junk food (why they eat it, why they don't, how it makes them feel...).

Mark Your Calendars!

2012-01-17T18:00:00.003-05:00

View and RSVP to this event on facebook!

The Have a Heart Project (intro)

2012-01-14T23:20:00.000-05:00

Never a Dull Moment

2012-01-09T15:12:00.002-05:00

Still Free-Taggin' at Studio 4!

2012-01-07T09:32:00.001-05:00

Wanna get tagged for free?
Bring a food drive donation (canned or non-perishable items only please) to Workhouse Studio 4 (and a t-shirt of your choice). Pick your own Art Monkeys stencils and colors and we'll do the rest!

Getting the Monkey Shop Ready

2012-01-06T10:43:00.006-05:00

Mary and I are doing some Art Monkey re-configuring in our studios.
Stay tuned.

Red with Dots

2012-01-05T09:30:00.000-05:00

Red with Dots
ink, acrylic and collage on canvas
3" x 3"
Available through www.latinpopshop.com

Parting is Such Sweet Sorrow

2012-01-04T12:05:00.000-05:00

Last week I said goodbye to two of my favorite gals.
I will miss seeing them at the studio each day, but am thankful for a new collector and know that they will be loved and looked after. Both images are available as giclee prints.

Red Guitar
Giclee prints available

Sax
Giclee prints available

The Dangers of Glee Karaoke

2012-01-03T23:48:00.004-05:00

It all started fairly innocently.

Then...

As the night went on I would not be the only one donning a wig (and 5 inch heels, sadly not pictured).

What? Who's taking these pictures? I am not drunk.

Not drunk, I said.
What's thish wordshhh?

Elsie-Delic

2012-01-02T15:31:00.004-05:00

My first piece for the Have a Heart show is complete.
While the exhibit will explore serious food-related topics such as hunger, health and consumption, whimsical works will also be included to maintain the tone a hopeful one.

Please remember that we are currently conducting a Food Drive to benefit Food for Others.
You can drop off your non-perishable food donations at Workhouse Studio 4 during business hours.

Elsie-Delic
Acrylic and spray-paint on canvas
24" x 36"

My New Year's Resolutions

2011-12-29T12:26:00.004-05:00

1) I will stop threatening to fight obnoxious children at check-out lines and restaurants, at least those who look like they might kick my ass.

2) I will be less insensitive, which means I will take up lying.

3) I will stop performing citizen’s arrests on people who wear jeggings/pajama jeans, pajama bottoms or slippers to the store. Instead, I will discreetly report them as shoplifters to security in hopes that they are escorted away for questioning and removed from my sight.

4) I will resist the urge to crash my vehicle into the back of another when I see a religious or political bumper sticker that doesn’t just express a thought or belief but tells me what mine should be.

5) I will be kinder to people with bad hair.

Pop Pet Portrait Commission

2011-12-27T22:24:00.005-05:00

I must admit that I've always been a bit hesitant when it comes to pet portraiture. Not that I'm a snob against it, just that I never really felt a calling for or pictured myself doing it. When a commission came in from a collector and dear friend, I could not say no. As part of the request, I was given full creative freedom to "play" and make it my own. This made all the difference in the world and my hesitations melted away. I ended up having a lot of fun in the process. The result was "Prince: Daydreamer". The portrait was a Christmas gift and I have been informed that the recipient was thrilled!

I am certainly now open to the idea of further portraits.

Prince (Daydreamer)
Acrylic, spray paint and glitter on canvas
18" x 24"

Fierce Filmstress

2011-12-26T11:03:00.007-05:00

We are thrilled to introduce you to Makeda, a fabulous young filmmaker who will be producing a documentary on the "Have a Heart" Project as well as capturing some of The Art Monkeys' studio antics on film for our Youtube channel.

Our Art is Bananas! B-A-N-A-N-A-S!

2011-12-23T00:31:00.006-05:00

B-A-N-A-N-A-S
by John Gascot & Mary Gallagher Stout (The Art Monkeys)
10" x 20"
Available through The Art Monkeys' Etsy Shop.

Holiday Studio Social!

2011-12-20T13:14:00.011-05:00

YOU ARE INVITED!
As a "thank you" to our clients, collectors and supporters (old and new), Mary Gallagher Stout & John Gascot (The Art Monkeys) invite you and your friends to an impromptu Private Holiday Studio Social!

Thursday, December 22nd, 7-9PM
Workhouse Arts Center, Building 4
9601 Ox Road, Lorton, VA 22079

Take a break from the holiday crowds.
Enjoy light fare and refreshments.
Enter to win a Gallgher Stout/Gascot gift bag! *no purchase required
Catch up on last minute holiday gifts and stocking stuffers.
Enjoy 20% off all Mary Gallagher Stout & John Gascot items!

A Holiday "Haaay!" From Studio 4

2011-12-18T00:28:00.001-05:00

Art Monkey "Pop Blocks"

2011-12-14T23:19:00.003-05:00

These adorable Pop Blocks are available at Studio 4 or can be made to order by Art Monkeys John Gascot and Mary Gallagher Stout. Also available from Latin Pop Shop.
Each is painted using original stencils created by the artists.
Great for "kids" of ALL ages!

Get Art-Monkey Tagged at Studio 4!

2011-12-11T21:23:00.003-05:00

Wanna get tagged for free?
Bring a canned food donation to Workhouse Studio 4 (and a t-shirt of your choice).

Painting "Live" on Weekends

2011-12-08T09:27:00.003-05:00

This will be the first weekend (now thru February) that MGStout and I will be creating art for the Have a Heart Project "live" in the front gallery of Workhouse Studio 4.

Drawing for collaborative "Breakfast" painting.

Workhouse Studio 4 Has a Blog

2011-12-05T11:48:00.003-05:00

Keep up with the latest art projects and goings-on of Workhouse Studio 4 via out blog.

Sun Boobs

2011-12-02T20:41:00.001-05:00

Staring at the Sun

2011-12-01T22:41:00.003-05:00

Staring at the Sun
Acrylic on canvas
6"x 6"
Available through www.latinpopshop.com

A Christmas Record

2011-11-30T23:26:00.002-05:00

No I'm not recording one (count your blessings).
This year I set up and decorated 3 Christmas trees in record-time.
All were up by and on Thanksgiving!

Studio 4 front gallery tree:

My personal studio (#403) tree:

Home tree:

Purple Polka-dotted Mermaid

2011-11-27T23:25:00.004-05:00

Purple Polka-dotted Mermaid
Acrylic on canvas
10" x 30"
Available through www.latinpopshop.com

What a Great Day to Start (or add to) an Art Collection!

2011-11-26T11:58:00.005-05:00

Today is Small Business Saturday and at Studio 4, Mary Gallagher Stout and myself are offering 20% off on all of our creations!
Items start at just $10 ($8 with discount!) for unframed, signed lino-cuts and $20 ($16 with discount!) for mixed media "minis".
There is something for every art lover and every budget.
Visit Studio 4 at 9601 Ox Road, Lorton VA 22079.
We're open until 7pm today and 12-5pm tomorrow.

Online shoppers may also enjoy 20% on all things Gascot!

Studio 4 "Have a Heart" Food Drive

2011-11-23T19:53:00.004-05:00

When you visit Studio 4 this Black Friday weekend, please consider dropping off a non-perishable food donation. Now through February, Studio 4 is conducting a food drive to benefit Food for Others. Food for Others, the largest distributor of free food directly to people in need in Northern Virginia, provides the assistance vitally needed by our unemployed and low-income neighbors. They provide a safety net for those who suddenly face unforeseen emergencies such as a family illness or the loss of a job or a spouse.

Items donated will become main components of an interactive art installation which will open to the public on February 11^th, 2012 during Workhouse Art Center’s Second Saturday Art Walk.

YOU can be a part of this exciting art installation and help Northern Virginians in need by donating canned or non-perishable food items at Studio 4.

Follow the Have a Heart project and other Studio 4 happenings on our facebook page.

Johnny's Angels

2011-11-23T02:37:00.003-05:00

White Angel on Green

Angel Dude

Black Angel on Yellow

Black Friday Weekend Sale!

2011-11-22T13:54:00.007-05:00

Save 20% on ALL Gascot originals, prints & wearables from now until Sunday only!
Visit my studio or shop my online store.

Also, enjoy Free Shipping on all online Gascot purchases (excluding prints-on-demand and holiday cards).

Creating Holiday Inventory

2011-11-19T21:12:00.006-05:00

Today was another productive day of creating affordable original art for holiday shoppers.
These block prints will range from $10-$25.

Give original art this holiday!

Thirsty??

2011-11-18T10:35:00.007-05:00

These have been block-printed on cocktail recipes.
Each image is 3" x 4 1/2" matted to 5" x 7"
All are available from www.latinpopshop.com

Cosmic Cocktail

Kind of Blue

The Union Cocktail

Block Printing & Stamping Madness!

2011-11-17T21:55:00.004-05:00

With the Workhouse Center's Black Friday event almost here, Mary Gallagher Stout and I have dedicated this week to making our own print blocks and stamps for creating affordable "gifty" small works of art.

Studio 4 Daycare??

2011-11-17T12:01:00.000-05:00

There's a tiny, trouble-makin' visitor at Studio 4 this week.
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My Interview with the Fabulous Mally Roncal

2011-11-16T19:55:00.003-05:00

Read my interview with fabulous celebrity makeup artist Mally Roncal on Huffington Post!

Soulful Warriors

2011-11-16T19:26:00.003-05:00

Soulful Warriors
acrylic on canvas
3 panels, 24" x 36" each
available individually or as triptych

Gascot Studio is Open for Business!

2011-11-13T21:22:00.010-05:00

I would like to give many sincere thanks to all who attended the grand opening of my new art studio and helped make the evening so special.

Tomorrow! Tomorrow! I Love Ya, Tomorrow!

2011-11-11T09:22:00.006-05:00

Join us for the grand opening of my new art studio at the Workhouse Arts Center! This event will take place during the art center's Second Saturday Art Walk. The 2nd Saturday Art Walk at the Workhouse showcases the diverse work of more than 150 visual artists in a unique historic venue, creating an atmosphere that encourages visitors to immerse themselves in the richness of this creative community.

Guests can tour seven unique studio buildings, mix and mingle with artists, buy original works of art, experience ever-changing exhibitions and meet featured artists, all while enjoying light refreshment and music. The social atmosphere of the monthly art walk makes it the perfect destination for a date night or girl's night out, as well as for art collectors and art appreciation groups alike. These monthly events are also perfect for family art outings.

Lorton Workhouse Arts Center

9601 Ox Road Studio #403

Lorton, VA

Rudolphtini Original

2011-11-10T11:10:00.004-05:00

The Rudolphtini (this year's Gascot holiday card image) is now available.

Rudolphtini
acrylic on canvas board
8" x 10"
Available through www.latinpopshop.com

Purple Music

2011-11-07T23:02:00.004-05:00

Cedric on the Bass

Dexter on Keys

Honey on the Mic

each panel:
acrylic on canvas
12" x 24"
available

80's Ladies

2011-11-03T22:32:00.002-04:00

80's Ladies (orange and pink)
acrylic and spray paint on canvas
8" x 10" each
available

Gascot Holiday Cards 2011!

2011-10-28T01:31:00.002-04:00

Two to choose from.
Pre-order yours today!

Rudolphtini

Christmas Cosmo

Have a Heart

2011-10-26T20:51:00.004-04:00

Workhouse Studio 4
The “Have a Heart” Project
Food Drive & Art Installation

From October through February, Studio 4 is conducting a food drive to benefit Food for Others. Food for Others, the largest distributor of free food directly to people in need in Northern Virginia, provides the assistance vitally needed by our unemployed and low-income neighbors. They provide a safety net for those who suddenly face unforeseen emergencies such as a family illness or the loss of a job or a spouse.

Items donated will become main components of an interactive art installation which will open to the public on February 11^th, 2012 during Workhouse Art Center’s Second Saturday Art Walk.

YOU can be a part of this exciting art installation and help Northern Virginians in need by donating canned or non-perishable food items at Studio 4.

Follow the Have a Heart project and other Studio 4 happenings on our facebook page.

More Floral Minis

2011-10-25T21:24:00.003-04:00

Floral Mini 1 and Floral Mini 2 are available through www.latinpopshop.com as well as from Studio 4.

New Floral Abstract "Minis"

2011-10-24T13:23:00.003-04:00

These lil' guys/gals are mixed media on canvas and 3" x 3" each.
They're $25 each and come with a wood easel for display.
I will begin listing them on my online shops and they will also be available through Studio 4.

Women with Accents: Gloria

2011-10-21T09:30:00.000-04:00

Women with Accents: Gloria
acrylic on canvas/6" x 6"

Aristocratic

2011-10-19T21:01:00.004-04:00

Back in March I fell in love with these frames when I saw them at an antique shop.
Last week I painted these minimal/abstract "portraits" to go in them.

Aristocratic 1 & 2
acrylic on masonite
with vintage frames

It's Actually Quite Easy Being Green

2011-10-18T21:34:00.010-04:00

In keeping with my lime green studio wall, I'm customizing shopping bags in preparation for my Grand Opening and the upcoming holiday season. I also had labels made for them in (you guessed it) green with my name, studio number and website on them.

Jazz City: DC

2011-10-18T00:01:00.001-04:00

Getting ready to varnish this baby!

Finally Feels Like Fall

2011-10-17T11:42:00.003-04:00

Also from my garden.

Studio 4 is the AWESOMEST Studio Everrr!

2011-10-15T14:21:00.005-04:00

All About My Mother

2011-10-13T21:38:00.004-04:00

Earlier in the week I was interviewed and photographed by James Cullum for the Lorton Patch.
Click on the favorite pic anyone has ever taken of me to read his article.

Jazz City: DC (still in progress)

2011-10-12T23:53:00.003-04:00

Jazz City: DC (in progress)

2011-10-12T00:01:00.000-04:00

Fleeting

2011-10-11T10:27:00.003-04:00

Fleeting
mixed media on canvas/2 1/2" x 2 1/2"
Available through www.latinpopshop.com

Day Off

2011-10-10T11:06:00.006-04:00

Today is my first day off since moving into my studio. I can't remember the last time I put in a seven day art-work week. Working from home allows for many distractions. I found myself constantly sidetracked. Not to mention the solitude of it all. While necessary at times, too much of it drains my creative batteries and I wind up feeling uninspired. I am so thrilled to be in a creative environment now, among some amazing artists (you'll meet them through this blog soon enough) who keep me energized and motivated.

Left to Right:
Sax, Red Guitar, The Guitar Lesson, Jazz Women

A Quick Tour of My New Studio

2011-10-07T00:01:00.000-04:00

Startin' Something Big(ger)

2011-10-06T10:37:00.004-04:00

Starting work on my first large (larger than what my old studio allowed) piece.
Hoping this will become "Jazz City". Stay tuned.

Color Splash!

2011-10-03T08:35:00.004-04:00

Some people are afraid of the dark and some people are terrified of bold color (on walls).

Being one of over a hundred artists at the Workhouse Arts Center, I want my studio to be not only fun to visit, but memorable. Ron and I spent most of the weekend moving me into the space. I painted my accent wall Behr Crisp Green.
I wanted to go all the way with a pop of color that would make my studio stand out to visitors. I am a Pop artist, after all; a wimpy wall would simply not do. I also wanted to avoid a dark color that would absorb much light or weigh the space down. The trick to a super-bright color like this, I believe, is to break it up with furniture or textiles. About 3/4 of this wall will be covered with white shelving units so in the end, the massive sea of green before me will actually become more of a colorful frame.

To be continued...

Fierce Fridays: My New Studio!

2011-09-30T14:56:00.003-04:00

Last week I received a letter of acceptance into the Lorton Workhouse Arts Center.
I have been waiting for my studio lease and going stir crazy (all of my art supplies are already packed and ready to go) all week. Turns out there's been a lease sitting in my junk-mail folder since Sunday.

Anyway, I'm signing that baby today and turning it in asap, so I hope to be starting to set up shop sometime this weekend.

This Friday could not be any fiercer!

A Special Country Edition of Fierce Fridays...on a Tuesday Afternoon

2011-09-27T15:51:00.003-04:00

God I just love her.
Can't I just carry her in my pocket all day long?

Lazy Lola Wishes You a Happy Friday

2011-09-23T12:23:00.003-04:00

Windows 2

2011-09-21T23:59:00.003-04:00

Windows 2
acrylic on canvas/ 6" x 6"
Available through www.latinpopshop.com

Abstract Prints Available

2011-09-21T11:51:00.002-04:00

Prints of my recent (and past) abstracts are now available through Imagekind.

Windows 1

2011-09-21T00:01:00.000-04:00

Windows 1
acrylic on canvas/6"x 6"
Available through www.latinpopshop.com

Lemon Lime

2011-09-20T09:01:00.000-04:00

Lemon Lime
mixed media on canvas/ 2 1/2" x 2 1/2"
Available through www.latinpopshop.com

Pink Dream

2011-09-19T11:15:00.003-04:00

Pink Dream
mixed media on wood/ 6" x 6"
Available through my Etsy store.

Fierce Fridays: Tony Bennett & Lady Gaga

2011-09-16T08:46:00.002-04:00

YES!

Waiting No. 3

2011-09-16T08:02:00.003-04:00

This week's trio of abstracts are no longer untitled. I've decided to name them Waiting 1-3 as I've painted them while doing just that, waiting to hear word on a great studio space I've got my eye on. Here's hoping today brings good news.

Have a great weekend, everyone.

Waiting 3
mixed media on canvas/ 6" x 6"
Available through www.latinpopshop.com

New Abstract No. 2

2011-09-15T08:39:00.002-04:00

Untitled
mixed media on canvas/ 6" x 6"
Available through www.latinpopshop.com

New Abstract

2011-09-14T12:32:00.002-04:00

This is the first of 3 new related abstracts.
Number 3 should be completed today.

Untitled
mixed media on canvas/6" x 6"
Available through www.latinpopshop.com

Pleasure!

2011-09-13T14:47:00.002-04:00

Pleasure!
Original Erotic Pop collage
View full (nsfw) image on my Etsy Store.

Jessie J: Abracadabra

2011-09-12T13:08:00.003-04:00

I've been so all about this song for like 2 weeks now. I can't stop listening to it.
There's a great Teena Marie vibe (yet not overboard retro) to it for me.

Our Bogart "The Great"

2011-09-08T00:01:00.000-04:00

Photo courtesy of Christopher DiViccaro /DVC Photography

Untitled (Pink & Blue)

2011-09-07T12:34:00.003-04:00

Untitled (Pink & Blue)
acrylic and collage on canvas/2 1/2" x 2 1/2"
Available from www.latinpopshop.com

PeaceLove Painting No. 3

2011-09-02T00:01:00.000-04:00

The third painting created for and being donated to PeaceLove Studio's fundraiser.

A Flock of PeaceLove
acrylic and gouache on canvas/ 8" x 10"
Available through Raw Style Gallery.

PeaceLove Painting No. 2

2011-09-01T00:21:00.004-04:00

Another painting for PeaceLove's fundraiser:

PeaceLove Flies
acrylic and gouache on canvas/6x6"
Available through Raw Style Gallery.

I Need a Studio

2011-08-31T14:46:00.006-04:00

My dogs are not respecting my work space...at all.
Mooove!!!

Bam!

2011-08-30T23:12:00.003-04:00

I've been wanting to paint some flying hearts for quite a while now.
Working on the recent PeaceLove donations was great motivation to finally get on with it.

Bam!
acrylic on canvas/ 5" x 7"
Available thought www.latinpopshop.com

PeaceLove Painting No. 1

2011-08-29T23:41:00.000-04:00

The following is one of 3 paintings I am creating specifically for and donating to PeaceLove Studios. PeaceLove is a growing community of mental health advocates and artists creating conversations of acceptance, understanding and hope. A fundraiser for Peace Love Studios will be held at Raw Style Gallery on Saturday, October 1st.

PeaceLove
acrylic and collage on canvas/5" x 7"
Available through Raw Style Gallery

Learn more about PeaceLove Studios:

Fierce Fridays: Guess Who's Coming to Patti's Dinner?

2011-08-26T10:31:00.004-04:00

Here's another video (a series, actually) I learned about through an online friend. These ridiculous parodies tell the tale of a hilarious rivalry between the incomparable Patti Labelle and the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin. Not since Deven Green's video parodies, have I laughed this much. I warn you, you will not be any smarter (none smarter) for having watched these, but they are totally worth the loss of a few brain cells. Totally!

Give Back (New Charities)

2011-08-25T00:01:00.000-04:00

30% of all sales from the Give Back section of my Etsy store will be donated to the Famine and Refugee Crisis in Africa (via donations to CARE) and The Hispanic Scholarship Fund.

15th Annual HRC National Dinner

2011-08-24T00:01:00.000-04:00

My painting "Goddess 1 (Green Liz)" will be auctioned on Saturday October 1st at the HRC's 15th Annual National Dinner in Washington, DC.

RuPaul's Drag Race: Jujubee

2011-08-23T12:22:00.003-04:00

Read my interview with RuPaul's Drag U's Jujubee on Huffington Post!

Fierce Fridays: Peacock!

2011-08-19T00:56:00.003-04:00

I love this damn song. From the second I heard it I haven't been able to get enough of it. It's so silly and fun and...yummy!
An online friend posted this and suggested Katy Perry should just throw some money this guy's way and call this the official video.

I couldn't agree more.

Have a fierce weekend!

3

2011-08-18T13:51:00.002-04:00

3
Acrylic on canvas/ 6" x 6"
Available through www.latinpopshop.com.

Molten

2011-08-17T15:08:00.003-04:00

Molten
Acrylic on canvas/6" x 6"
Available through www.latinpopshop.com

RuPaul's Drag U: Pandora Boxx

2011-08-16T16:08:00.002-04:00

Read my interview with the one and only Pandora Boxx on Huffington Post!

Torn

2011-08-15T15:46:00.003-04:00

Torn
mixed media on canvas/2 1/2" x 2 1/2"
Available through my Etsy store.

Maelstrom

2011-08-12T12:33:00.005-04:00

Maelstrom
acrylic and collage on canvas/ 5" x 5"
Available through www.latinpopshop.com

How Does My Garden Grow?

2011-08-11T18:30:00.004-04:00

Rapidly, I'd say.

It's amazing, this being my very first veggie garden and all, how well all the plants have done and the amount of fruit they continue to bear (I just sent more cucumbers and squash with Ron to share at work). Next year my garden will be a bit more organized. I hope to be in a studio and won't have the flexibility of stepping out to do garden chores at any given time in the day.

I have added two new sections to the existing beds. Next Spring I will enclose them with garden fencing in order to keep the dogs from exploring too much or stealing my tomatoes. The fence will go from the privacy fence out and wrap around the front beds, with a gate at the front. I will mulch or pave a path in between the beds (where the pots are now) leading to the compost bin behind them. The rest of the space I will fill with potted veggies and herbs.

Here's the veggie garden at the back of the house (not raised).
Earlier this summer when our pumpkin vine started taking off:

Now:

In a week or two I will begin planting Fall crops.

Back in the Studio

2011-08-10T21:11:00.002-04:00

Between family visits, the garden and a myriad of other distractions, it's been quite a while since I've put a in a full day of dedicated studio work. Today I managed to spend most of the day focused on small abstracts and collages.

I'm currently seeking studio space. Creating artwork from home can be wonderful and convenient, but I find myself sidetracked too often. I need a space away from chores and computers...and dogs that want out every couple of hours, just because there's someone home to let them.

Stallion

2011-08-10T17:40:00.004-04:00

Stallion
collage on watercolor paper

Available through my Etsy store.

You Say Tomato, I Say...

2011-08-09T16:55:00.008-04:00

HOLY CRAP, we have a LOT of them!!!

I have delivered bags of fresh veggies from our garden the neighbors next door, the ones behind us (I just hang bags over the fence for them to find) and the family across the street. I have sent bags of tomatoes and cucumbers with Ron to share with his co-workers. I have sent family and friends home with care packages from our garden.

The tomatoes are still coming!

I'm not complaining. Yesterday I brought out the slow cooker and stewed a whole bunch. I bagged and froze a few bags for later use.

RuPaul's Drag U: Bebe Zahara Benet

2011-08-08T17:26:00.004-04:00

Read my interview with RuPaul's Drag U's Bebe Zahara Benet on Huffington Post!

RuPaul's Drag U: Lady Bunny

2011-08-01T13:39:00.001-04:00

Read my interview with the legendary Lady Bunny on Huffington Post!

Drag U: Professor Mariah

2011-07-27T15:06:00.002-04:00

Read my interview with Drag U's Mariah aka "Mug 4 Dayz" on Huffington Post!