I loved reading this. I was drawn along the story and although eager to speed read, I forced myself to slow down and enjoy the journey. My pace may have, in time and space, matched your art works.
I too am an artist. Not knowing what is around the next bend and embracing the slightest suggestion of joy. I am here to give and receive joy!
I am a wild swimmer too and never forget to look down as well as up - the shoreline can often throw up a surprise to be treasured.
I was enchanted with the idea of playfulness, as I promote this all the time. As children, when we played, we forgot time and when called in for a meal or bedtime it was a harsh interruption. I try to re-create this utter immersion in play and creativity without an agenda.
When I've written to artists whose original pieces I own, they share immense relief in getting back a connection. I can imagine it'll be hard for most to let go. Holding on to some work must be healthy when it means so much.
There is something so special about seaglass and pottery - an item broken, discarded, thrown away is softened by sand, sea and salt to become a new kind of beautiful. Then, fragments collected and brought together makes a new kind of whole and to immortalise this in art, as you speak of here, is utterly perfect. A beautiful piece, Fiona. Hope your week is full of exciting finds to play with 💙
I love how the original finds unfolded into new creative projects. That textile piece was clearly such a labour of love. I think sometimes it's good to keep our own art for a while {at least}. I find some of them have things to say to me long after they're completed, so I need to keep them around! I'm at the other end of the UK but also live by the sea and share your love of beachcombing for treasures, and exploring rock pools.
What treasures to find on your shoreline! Mine is more driftwood and shells, what a dream come true to find sea glass. And pottery, oh my! How devine. Sweet tokens for your buyers, love that!
I loved reading this. I was drawn along the story and although eager to speed read, I forced myself to slow down and enjoy the journey. My pace may have, in time and space, matched your art works.
I too am an artist. Not knowing what is around the next bend and embracing the slightest suggestion of joy. I am here to give and receive joy!
I am a wild swimmer too and never forget to look down as well as up - the shoreline can often throw up a surprise to be treasured.
I was enchanted with the idea of playfulness, as I promote this all the time. As children, when we played, we forgot time and when called in for a meal or bedtime it was a harsh interruption. I try to re-create this utter immersion in play and creativity without an agenda.
I love your peek back into childhood. I will carry that with me today and see where it takes me. Thank you for dropping by x
I treasure the piece you sent to me; it’s in my box of treasures which have come to me from various places and people over the years 🙏❤️
When I've written to artists whose original pieces I own, they share immense relief in getting back a connection. I can imagine it'll be hard for most to let go. Holding on to some work must be healthy when it means so much.
Such a gorgeous feast for the eyes Fiona! 💛
Aw thank you x
There is something so special about seaglass and pottery - an item broken, discarded, thrown away is softened by sand, sea and salt to become a new kind of beautiful. Then, fragments collected and brought together makes a new kind of whole and to immortalise this in art, as you speak of here, is utterly perfect. A beautiful piece, Fiona. Hope your week is full of exciting finds to play with 💙
Yours too lovely xx
I love how the original finds unfolded into new creative projects. That textile piece was clearly such a labour of love. I think sometimes it's good to keep our own art for a while {at least}. I find some of them have things to say to me long after they're completed, so I need to keep them around! I'm at the other end of the UK but also live by the sea and share your love of beachcombing for treasures, and exploring rock pools.
It is the pottery that captivates me the most. Each piece has a backstory that I can't know so I often make them up! x
Yes! You’ve inspired me to get out my collection and ponder possibilities.
What treasures to find on your shoreline! Mine is more driftwood and shells, what a dream come true to find sea glass. And pottery, oh my! How devine. Sweet tokens for your buyers, love that!