Materials & Technique in Clay I wanted to share the materials and techniques for creating the clay rays. The hours dedicated to refining the texture of the clay have proven to be a worthy investment. At first glance, one might not discern the meticulous effort poured into every inch of the sculpture, particularly in the…
Think about Crowdfunding for a Public Art Piece
Think about crowdfunding for a public art piece. First thought: create three small rays; their setting will be two swimming alongside each other and the third peeking through the sandy ocean bottom. (My wonderful husband’s idea) What about creating a large version to educate people about the beauty, yet be aware of them; “Do the…
Creating Facemask from Alginate
Mermaid In this video you will learn: Mermaid nostrils sculpture project, Alginate Facemask, Plaster process, hands-on crafting and creating with warmth. Ceramic shell through sand dipping in the “Slurry” room, and Finishing touch with sculptnouveau.com patina Making the Mermaid nostrils was the fourth project in sculpture class; I am hooked. It’s all about creating with…
Forest & Ocean Art Gallery
Gallery update Nestled in the heart of Laguna Beach, California, you’ll discover Forest & Ocean at 430 Ocean Ave. This artistic haven sits conveniently across the street from the Police station and is a stone’s throw away from the renowned Pageant of the Masters and Sawdust Festival. Within the gallery’s walls, an exquisite collection unfolds,…
Happy Birthday to ME!
This is a very special Birthday… I have received the gift of enjoying being me. It sounds so simple, doesn’t it, but it took me 56 years. After our journey on the Queen Mary II, the transatlantic ship sailing across the sea, we sailed into South Hampton, England. We visited many museums in London and…