Devendra Banhart

Music! it helps me get through. I am currently without an mp3 player and seriously in need. But just to put an example of what I am probably listening to in the studio, let me introduce my lil friend Devendra Banhart. He is wonderful and if you havent heard his music; try it. One of my faves? "Angelika" of course.

Brett Manning

This chic is right up my alley. Im not saying I am swaying from my 3d track, but I do want to attemot some large scale drawings soon. I love the quality and symbolism of her darwings. check her out!

Bottle Tree

So I had this dream that my friends created a bottle tree for me. As a symbol the bottle tree is a protection against evil spirits. But in the arts and crafts world, a bottle tree is a twig with used beer and soda bottles stuck on the twigs. My problem is how to use this powerful symbol without it looking like a summer camp art project.

Textiles

I have a strong interest in pattern and color. I tend to use earth tones with pops of brighter colors. Textiles from Pakistan usually incorporate these colors. Texture is another element that gives these textiles their appeal. I am obsessing over contrast and duality. Blame the Tainos.

http://dig.henryart.org/textiles/connection-detail/india-and-pakistan-connection/

Three Cups of Tea

The other book that I am reading this summer is Three Cups of Tea. I actually found this book in a trash can in York West. I had heard of it before and it was in brand new condition. Greg Mortenson's story is influencing my thoughts in a strong manner. I am moving to Pakistan and building schools, ok so maybe not yet, but it does give me an idea for an Invidia fund raiser.

Walden Pond

I have been doing some summer reading. Henry David Thoreau is one author that I have always cherished, in that case, I am indulging in Walden. I very much appreciate this authors view on all things in his world. Much of what he writes can be taken and considered even still in 2010.

Crows

I am attempting to create crow heads for a certain piece I am working on. I will probably use paper clay because other wise this sculpture will be too heavy. It is something that will actually need to be some what light in order to achieve the goal that I have for it. I should probably research light weight but sturdy materials.