I need a catchy name for my flattened, adorned, ndebele tube project.

I want to name it something fabulous and ridiculous like “The Sparkling Worm of Delight”, but that might be a bad move. Do you think that name might cost me when it came to class signups? Ha!
I’m working on a few samples right now, I’ll put up new pictures soon. Another piece that is just [...]

So have you seen Michelle Obama’s official portrait as First Lady?

Posing in front of Jefferson, a slave owner, brilliant. What a beautiful, strong, fabulous woman. I love her for choosing to be photographed standing tall.

Saturday morning

Photo treasures from Daily Kos- top, Arizona globe mallow by Sheddhead, a lovely shot of California rocks and trees by lineatus, below, a hummer from desert guy.

The winding path

I’ve been feeling really introspective this winter- taking a deep look at the paths my life has taken, thinking about the time I have left. I was talking to Evan last night, who at  the age of 11 is intricate and clear, still pure from the source, but  in his own way oddly worldly. We [...]

Have you ordered your new Groovy Cuff kit?

I’m almost caught up on shipping. A little bit each day, making headway. I’m really pleased with how the instructions for this piece came out- 13 pages of full color, step by step shots, suitable for even a complete beginner to learn both Right Angle Weave and Square Stitch. It’s been a big hit with [...]

Finally some progress in the discussion on drug policy.

The Governor of California, enjoying a blunt.
The discussion about legalizing or decriminalizing marijuana has gone unavoidably mainstream, as it can’t escape our societal notice that our prisons are crammed with non-violent drug offenders, we are missing out on zillions, cajillions, of dollars in tax revenue, and it’s silly to have destructive drugs like cigarettes and [...]

Day 6 of the flu

It’s better than Day 1, or Day 2, but honestly that’s the most I can say so far. It looks like another day in bed. Hey, at least I CAN stay in bed- my job ports anywhere. The kids are home for Rodeo Vacation, of all Arizona things, and we are all piled up together.
I’ve [...]

Barnacles

I had never noticed until I saw this shot in Wesley Fleming’s gallery how closely barnacles resemble Tribbles. You?

Jessica Joslin

While trolling through the amazing work and website of Wesley Fleming (thanks A) I came across the odd and excellent work of Jessica Joslin. She is a biomechanical sculptor who builds creatures out of tiny bones, skulls, brass bits, pieces and parts, and she’s amazing. I’ve GOT to get this book. Jessica’s website is a [...]

Sick Sick Sick Sick Yuck Yuck Yuck

I wish I weren’t sick. My head feels like a watermelon, my gut is all crampy, my sinuses they explode. Oh well. I’m doing what I can, drinking gallons of water and taking my Sudafed.
Enough about me. Except to say that my lovely flu means that I am falling further behind, and although I do an [...]