OK, I’m deferring the “Beating the Economic Slump II” post until after New Year’s, mainly because I think we’re all absorbed with holiday things (eating too much, drinking too much, catching up with family and friends) that should be our focus right now. I’m having trouble keeping up with everything myself due to juggling holiday obligations of all types, year-end stuff, AND occasionally doing some art.
So instead, I’m delighted that Kelly Singleton - a workshop participant, a blogger, and a fabulous watercolor wildlife artist - let me know that I’d been “tagged”. The rules:
1. Put a link in your posting about the artist that tagged you.
2. Write 5-7 unusual things about yourself.
3. Tag 5-7 other bloggers and let them know.
I’ve accomplished #1 already, tho Kelly probably gave me up for dead after tagging me … geez, at least 3 weeks ago. (Mea culpa!). Awright, #3. I’m not gonna follow this strictly, because some of the artists I want to mention aren’t bloggers - but worth knowing about:
- Joni Johnson-Godsy: also a workshop participant, she’s stimulating ideas for ME (one of the best benefits of being a workshop leader!). And a fellow dog handler/trainer/nut.
- Susan Fox: a frequent contributor to my blog, another workshop participant, an adventurer, and someone whose work I’m enjoying watching develop as she explores her off-the-beaten path.
- John Potter: a delightful, wonderful man; a Native American who makes lots of jokes about himself (and others) and is one of the kindest, most humble souls I know. Won the Bob Kuhn award for drawing at the Western Visions show at the NMWA this fall.
- Greg Beecham: most of you know (or should know!) about Greg’s work, which is gorgeous and beautifully rendered. And Greg himself is a lovely person.
- Rich Loffler: a fabulous sculptor; you think he’s just a country boy (can of snuff, rifle, etc.) but he’s extremely literate with art/sculpture history and can lecture with the best of them. A Canadian, and currently working on a monumental commission from the NMWA. Always interesting to talk to.
- Andrew Denman: one of my most favorite people to hang with at events; extremely original, thought-provoking, kind, interesting - a wonderful person. I deeply admire Andrew and his work.
Wow, I got carried away there - could have kept going (Michael Godfrey, Ned Aldrich, Jim Morgan…) but I better stop.
And finally, #2. Hmmm. This is probably stuff everyone knows:
- I have German Shepherds and am an agility addict. Serious case.
- I worked as a lumberjack in high school.
- My first date with my now-husband was flying aerobatics. He’s an extremely competent pilot. I didn’t throw up, so probably passed some sort of test.
- I love horses, and spent 15 years riding dressage and cross-country. Amazing how many ex-horsepeople are to be found in agility. Agility’s a helluva lot cheaper and easier than keeping horses.
- I’m an engineer by training, ex-high tech, and still love messing with computers and software - do my own website and several others as well.
Whew.
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December 17th, 2008 at 10:06 am
Lucky you for interesting fact #3. I may not have thrown up, but I’d have cried like a little baby!
December 18th, 2008 at 4:09 pm
Tania - it was kind of like being on the world’s biggest roller coaster, except really smooth. He did a hammerhead stall, spins, loops, zero-g…it was fun! Sort of scary fun, if that makes any sense.
December 19th, 2008 at 9:21 am
I have to say that even though I try to follow your blog regularly the only thing I really knew was #1. I believe that’s how I first became aware of your art. From the GSD forum. Great to know just a little more about you.
December 19th, 2008 at 10:47 pm
Julie - I understand what you mean, although I still would have cried (scared of heights) definitely not a test I would have passed! Sounds like you two are perfect for each other
My husband’s “test” for me was a trip up north to his family cabin. When I didn’t whine about the lack of running water, hauling firewood, or making pancakes on a wood-burning stove he said he knew I was a keeper.
December 21st, 2008 at 8:41 pm
You bin tagged at http://www.foxstudio.wordpress.com. Cheers!
December 23rd, 2008 at 2:18 pm
Vinnie - well, cool! Did I know you got here from the GSD Forum?…
Tania - good for you, girl! My husband has always said his test of a worthwhile girlfriend was one who could camp for 5 days and not worry about her hair or makeup.
Susan - striped roses??? very cool! I can’t grow roses here - the deer eat them, thorns and all. And - LOL at the sentence in green about meeting Bob Kuhn…
December 23rd, 2008 at 6:02 pm
Guess you’re having a very white Christmas out there in Montana, Julie. All the best in 2009!
December 23rd, 2008 at 6:20 pm
Oh, yes, Striped roses. Mostly white/pale pink and pink. Some pink and almost burgundy. Rosa mundi, Ferdinand Pichard, Honorine de Brabant, Striped moss are a few. Mostly they are old, heritage varieties that you have to really search for. Vintage Gardens is where I’ve gotten most of mine.
They make me smile when they’re in bloom. They’re so silly, they’re wonderful. Maybe I’ll do a few paintings of them next year for a change of pace.
Roses are definitely deer bon bons, that’s for sure. Our acre is totally fenced or I’d be out of luck, too.
December 31st, 2008 at 9:14 am
Love Loffler’s stuff. There are a couple of his pieces here in the office complex where I work. Julie, you’ll remember the big sitting cougar that used to be in Ernie’s gallery.
Susan, thanks for the rose referrals. I’ll have to see if I can order some for spring. They sound fun.
In some of my recent down time, I’ve finally updated my website. If you like, you can now click on my name and see it.