Rachel Jones and Art

I had to go to Charleston, SC for several reasons yesterday. One, being I wanted to see  a few of the new exhibitions at several of the galleries. Unfortunately, that did  not happen. So  hopefully I will have another opportunity before the exhibits leave. However, I did see some dear friends, who are making gorgeous high quality, locally sourced bags that are to die for . Their Website is below for your viewing pleasure. http://henryandjoy.com/ Also a link of  their feature article in ArtMag. http://theartmag.com/the-arts/erik-nicola-johnson-of-henry-joy-bags/ I also ran into artists, Heather Thornton who will be having a show quite soon that is sure to have her unique WOW factor.  Check out below for details. https://www.facebook.com/Heathornton-The-Art-of-Heather-Thornton-225315824190708/ We were also introduced to the BEST Fish and Chip shop, this side of the pond ! If you need proof, just feast your eyes on the ...

The Others won a little ribbon this weekend at Seacoast Gallery Fall show. Happy Dance. Now back to the easel. oil in progress by Rachel Jones

I know I am not alone in admiring the creative power that is Edvard Munch . As far as complexity in simplicity, he and Kathe Kollwitz I find were true geniuses. Here is my little homage in The Others  - attempting to paint a little less yet say a little more.  This will be part of the series written about in a previous blog post exploring the various aspects of relationships. We shall see how it all evolves as I'm hoping to create a total of 21 works. Baby steps...Baby steps. THE OTHERS oil on wood panel by Rachel Jones I apologize about the glare (wet). I'm sure there will be an updated, better photo soon when I'm able to show  it in context with it's companions. Stay tuned!         Love and Pain by Edvard Munch

I love leaf paintings but it was so very intimidating. Since art itself is all about experimenting, I figured it was time I bit the bullet.  I hadn't really any excuse for further procrastination as I had leaf, I had paint (of course) and I had recently  received some very generous pointers from well known artist Michele Kortbawi Wilk, whom by the way I think is a leafing queen with her exotic animals and full command of the materials.  http://www.michelekortbawiwilk.com/ So other than the mess, that many warned me about but I obviously ignored as days later I found wisps of silver in the oddest places, it was an enjoyable process. I think I'm ready to tackle bigger and shinier. selfie with oil and silver leaf by rachel jones

The silver leaf experiment. https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1206325272774532&set=a.893389940734735.1073741827.100001912127194&type=3&theater

relationships they can be tricky beautiful frustrating frightening tragic loving tiramisu and wine adventurous nail biting might messy unpredictable essential breath bone blood tears embracing flames linen weakness and lots of other words that fit every situation and type. i'm currently exploring each and every one of these currently in a body of work in progress. here are some of the pieces that i hope will make up a massive body of work. thank you for your attention and now back to the easel. oil by rachel jones work in progress oil by rachel jones work in progress oil by rachel jones work in progress

One of the places I have an opportunity to showcase work locally is in  William H Miller studios.  http://whimdesigns.com/ Each month there is an open house for artists, collectors, models, and supporters to   immerse themselves in great conversations and viewings. Below is a little of this month's display. works by Rachel Jones detail by Rachel Jones