tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71443814824000237362024-02-07T12:40:44.568-08:00run-amok with meJoin me for fun filled adverntures in the blogosphereChristine Brennanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09712267576853425260noreply@blogger.comBlogger205125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7144381482400023736.post-51919950037386980292014-12-02T11:04:00.000-08:002014-12-02T11:04:01.879-08:00New Book Of Doodles<span style="font-size: large;">I've recently gone through all my committee note from the Ojai Green Coalition, the Ojai Studio Tour group and random doodles I've saved. I decided to turn it into a project where I photograph the original in black and white, color in the tiny image with watercolor and color pencil and then made a small 7"x7" book of them. </span><div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> You get the idea. Most of the time you can still see the notes peeking through but I kind of like that.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Also all the originals are available for purchase, just send me a comment if there is something you'd like to know more about. </span></div>
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A few months back I was contacted by a kind fan who was interested in having me do a surprise painting for a friend who is also a fan of my work. The idea was something totally in my style (I'm kind of stuck in the rut of my style for better or worse, but I love it when someone pretty much just wants me to do my thing). He suggested a figure holding a cat and a dog. And sent a few photos for inspiration. Of course my trio don't look an awful lot like the the real characters but it was fun and easy.</div>
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After a bit of discussion I do a pencil sketch for approval. And he loved it.</div>
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Once the sketch is approved the agreement is that the rest is up to me until I'm finished. Above is the red gesso I always start with then after tracing the drawing I start with gold leafing.<br />
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Then it's pretty much flat colors. Since I'm usually working on more than one piece the original layer is usually dry before I return to add shading, and in this case lots of fur.<br />
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There is always fine tuning of colors and in this case you can see how things changed as I added more warm colors and exaggerated the shading.</div>
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And before shipping emailed a finished photo that was well received.Christine Brennanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09712267576853425260noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7144381482400023736.post-29940348987600499422014-12-01T16:35:00.000-08:002014-12-01T16:35:02.572-08:00(Sort Of) New Jewelry<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br /><br />Christine Brennanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09712267576853425260noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7144381482400023736.post-16580827363766895522014-08-14T10:06:00.000-07:002014-08-14T10:06:00.202-07:00Pillow TalkA couple more pillows to show. -This is what I spent quite a bit of time on in the spring. I think I've made 8 or nine of them now. I had fun scouring thrift stores for XXL mens shirts to use with fabric I liked. Great deals on down pillows hiding under icky covers for just a few bucks, and embroidery thread now comes in almost any color you could want.<br />
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You can see the color is way off in these photos but you get the idea. The orange/red border was one of my favorite sari border scraps from my collection. I have finally found the perfect project for using my little fabric bits. But of course I somehow add enough so that the mighty pile always fails to get smaller. Guess I will have to keep on sewing. <br />
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I liked a small sketch I did of this bird-guy. I made it into a tiny painting, then this pillow. The 'feathers' were fun.</div>
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Back of bird-dude pillow. Something very therapeutic about making those slow tiny stitches.<br />
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Front and back, -a friend asked if the bear was playing with himself. Now of course that is all I can see when I look at him, but really his arms are too short.<br />
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<br />Christine Brennanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09712267576853425260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7144381482400023736.post-50355737786669082832014-08-11T09:48:00.000-07:002014-08-11T09:48:25.406-07:00Latest Painting<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Above is a small recession buster painting (sold unframed) that I rather like-you can see the wood grain.<br />
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This well-shoed guy was a bit of a struggle for me for some reason. I finished it for Spring Open house and as is often the case it sold.- Confirming my understanding that my favorites/least favorites are not always everyone elses. I've got some of my favorite paintings still here with me as they just haven't sold over the years. My consolation is I still get to be with them - and when I feel unsure about a piece even though it looks finished there is a home out there for it somewhere.<br />
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This charachter came from a paper napkin sketch. I loved his face. Sometimes the balance of an expression feels just right to me. This guy seems sweet to me but neutral enough for you to want to know a bit more.<br />
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These bottom three are all little unframed pieces with gold leaf to keep up a selection of smaller affordable paintings. It's also fun to be able to make them in almost one or two sittings.<br />
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Hope everyone is enjoying the summer and remembering to just be- and make no excuses.<br />
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Christine Brennanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09712267576853425260noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7144381482400023736.post-13538290936503720512014-03-15T13:52:00.001-07:002014-03-15T13:52:36.577-07:00Pillow Talk Finding myself with time on my hands after finishing a special order for a customer I dove in some sewing I've been wanting to do for a while. I've been scouting thrift stores for fabrics. Some of my favorites if you don't need large quantities are extra large men's shirts. -Then I can almost always find down pillows for real cheap to re-cover. I have amassed quite a collection of bits of fabric over the years. Far more than someones who does't sew very often should have, but there you have it.<br />
Anyhow here are three. Each one got a bit more elaborate than the next. After finishing the second I decided to make one for my Mom.<br />
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These all three have contrasting fabric backs (the above piece has the green/grey plaid for a backing)<br />
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This one I used a very pretty piece of woven white fabric. I have a collection of 6 of these I got for a deal as antique place mats. I would mess them up pretty quick, so i've been waiting for a good use.<br />
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And below is the back of the above pillow. Both the last two all have contrasting cord edging.(what's that called?) Anyhow photographed on black you can't see it as it's also black (oops)<br />
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And here is Mom's pillow. (Mom, I hope you aren't reading this blog entry before the surprise package arrives)<br />
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I had a hard time finding interesting ribbon for this one to use as a 'frame' then decided to use scraps from an antique sari I have. (also both of the flower type patches- done with actual metal thread)<br />
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The little pocket on the back has a secret little love note written for my Mom.<br />
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<br />Christine Brennanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09712267576853425260noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7144381482400023736.post-56016071149661896592014-02-23T08:49:00.001-08:002014-02-24T19:46:08.537-08:00Hope in New Mexico<div class="separator" style="clear: both;">
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Jim and I just got back from a really great visit with Jim's step mom Hope in New Mexico. <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXLHnq94QyK1YZOVY9wRDSz7vObDi2TnVaZo5b2oD911nTpSdD0iZsIbYuqb8h8B7DsChVfc9ww_MoCVUt1wAG8P8yYQ86RqnVV9VRzAj5jZxRTqHl20KTt8w3s3-ch9QQOlH_7kSLT4lh/s640/blogger-image--1074973175.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="273" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXLHnq94QyK1YZOVY9wRDSz7vObDi2TnVaZo5b2oD911nTpSdD0iZsIbYuqb8h8B7DsChVfc9ww_MoCVUt1wAG8P8yYQ86RqnVV9VRzAj5jZxRTqHl20KTt8w3s3-ch9QQOlH_7kSLT4lh/s400/blogger-image--1074973175.jpg" width="400" /></a><br />
'Hope-Mom' is my example of everything to strive for in terms of living well and healthy when still 88 years old.<br />
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Here we are wandering in the vast dessert that surround the beautiful casita in the south east of the state.<br />
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Above some photos on the way to visit Silver City. Hope took us to a park called City of Rocks. It was amazing, filled with giant boulders to wander around.<br />
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We drove south just shy of the Mexico border to be introduced to a kind desert monk by the name of Paul. He's built an artful complex of buildings, sculptures and gardens complete lay off the grid. We interrupted him toward the tail end of a three month silent retreat. His voice was scratchy from lack of use, but he welcomed us in for tea and a tour.<br />
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<br />Christine Brennanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09712267576853425260noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7144381482400023736.post-38687286112005646202014-02-10T21:05:00.000-08:002014-02-10T21:05:00.198-08:00'Enormous Tiny Art' Show Returns To New HampshireI've participated in this show before and even got to go to the opening in Portsmouth New Hampshire (just happened to be on the road back in that part of the country). They find a lot of fun 'tiny' art that I think is ALL way to cheap but there you have it. Even I couldn't resist and bought something and may find myself supporting the arts again if I find that piece I have to have.<br />
Anyhow these are all there now along with a few other nifties. You can do that fun shopping cart thing were you just press buttons and wammo it's yours!<br />
The link is: <a href="http://www.enormoustinyart.com/Artists/a-c/Brennan,-Christine.aspx" target="_blank">http://www.enormoustinyart.com/Artists/a-c/Brennan,-Christine.aspx</a><br />
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This little guy with the gold halo and polka dots is the only one that opted out at the last minute. He formed a bit of a crack down the front when I hammered in the hanger. (I didn't even flip out- how's that for personal growth)<br />
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<span id="goog_1880434924"></span><span id="goog_1880434925"></span> Happy Surfing. (Tell them Chris sent you)Christine Brennanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09712267576853425260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7144381482400023736.post-46053404638205035112014-02-05T20:51:00.000-08:002014-02-05T20:51:18.423-08:00Jim's Latest Light Fixture<br />
I wanted to share the photos below of Jim's latest light fixture. He made this one below for our kitchen years ago. I helped with the rice paper, and a bit of painting, but it's mostly his handy work. His son James' has always been fond of it so Jim made him a similar one for Christmas.<br />
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James' even comes with a little removable dingy with sale on the back. Jim designed it so it can hang from a hook and be and go with him whenever he may leave his rental place.<br />
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This is when we first showed it to him (we hung it up in the studio for photos)<br />
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<br />Christine Brennanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09712267576853425260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7144381482400023736.post-12300170506049812962014-01-17T11:47:00.000-08:002014-01-17T11:47:00.236-08:00New PaintingsSeems like I'm using a lot more gold leaf lately. I guess I was tired and too lazy with the process there for a while but now I'm back to it. It takes an extra bit of balance when painting. The gold leaf has such a brightness it's like putting your composition in front of a bright window. -It takes a bit of fineness to make it not seem to dark and back lit. (think of taking a portrait photo in front of a bright window)<br />
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These bottom two pieces are recent commission pieces that were both easy and fun.<br />
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<br />Christine Brennanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09712267576853425260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7144381482400023736.post-10309445182060453922014-01-09T11:37:00.000-08:002014-01-09T11:37:53.851-08:00Some New(ish) Paintings<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
It's been some time since I've posted, but way back when I started posting I promised myself I would never make excuses or feel bad for not posting often enough. I have been successful with the first part but I'm always fighting a bit of guilt.</div>
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Anyhow here are some paintings completed in the fall that are either here or in nearby galleries. Hope this finds friends and fans happy and healthy with something to be grateful for in the new year. Cheers</div>
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<br />Christine Brennanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09712267576853425260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7144381482400023736.post-89083771748812600052013-09-26T16:26:00.001-07:002013-09-26T16:26:41.315-07:00Desk by Jim McCarthy<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
A few months back Jim offered to do a desk as a gift for his two son's Kickstarter campaign to raise funds for their writing app called <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/wewrite!/id576215042?mt=8" target="_blank">WEWRITE</a>. (click to check it out) He donated a writing desk. Turns out the person who donated to get the desk was Jim's step sister Emma and her new husband Jim (Jim#2). It was a nice surprise for everyone and as a special little addition I decided to add a painting as a sort of wedding gift for them both. It came out great. Thanks to everyone.</div>
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<br />Christine Brennanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09712267576853425260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7144381482400023736.post-54645751290612791352013-07-12T04:00:00.000-07:002013-07-12T04:00:05.168-07:00Latest Paintings<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
It has been a while (if anyone out there is looking) since I last posted some paintings. So here is the latest batch. Finished a week ago or so. I got them ready for the show near the Mission in Santa Barbara. I sold the second down and the fourth down. (Thank you kind buyers). I have decided I am not so good at sitting at shows. I'm not thick skinned enough or something. Anyhow at least during Studio shows I am in the comfort of my own little nest, people have at least come to see me, and there is usually lots to keep people around a bit. (Gardens, koi pond, chickens, etc.)</div>
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And when you need that extra special love there are always our animal friends who will understand.<br />
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Happy Summertime friends.Christine Brennanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09712267576853425260noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7144381482400023736.post-90066114617637743282013-07-09T21:58:00.003-07:002013-07-09T21:59:19.671-07:00Guest visit<br />
Bernadette Dipietro has been mentoring a local young artist as part of a new program the Ojai Arts Council has begun. Bernadette has been paired with Charlie Bird and they have been visiting local artists in the valley and doing work based on on whatever may inspire them about where they've visited.<br />
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Charlie is pretty bright and was fun to chat with. She seemed interested in what I do and also asked great questions. I showed her a couple of artists I like and lent her a book of my paintings.<br />
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Thanks for stoping by you two and enjoy whatever gets you inspired. Kind of makes me wish I was being mentored........<br />
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<br />Christine Brennanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09712267576853425260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7144381482400023736.post-30384784458827096612013-06-17T12:48:00.002-07:002013-06-17T12:48:44.574-07:00Brumfield's Gallery Show in BoiseWell back for a week now from my little trip to Boise Idaho where I had a solo show open at a great gallery in the little historic Hyde Park District right outside of downtown.<br />
I'm proud of how the show looks and thrilled with the gallery and what a nice job they did with everything.<br />
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Flying there as is often the case from the sky I am so in awe of the landscape from the window of an airplane. (Here are a couple coming into San Francisco airport)<br />
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Arriving downtown Boise my hotel was just down the street from the capitol. - And near this great sign.<br />
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I'd never been to Boise. It was hotter and dryer than I expected. The sun set at 10:pm. It was a mix of neat old two and three story brick buildings and then a fair amount of new skyscrapers of mirror and glass that I can't say are enhancing the feel of the town but as my cabdriver pointed out on the way out, it is a sign that the local economy is finally growing again.<br />
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The Gallery owner's who had put me up in a great hotel picked me up at the airport and the next day drove me to the gallery. Having never been there I was very impressed by how beautiful everything looked. (and not just my work). It felt like exhibiting in a museum. I have had solo shows in the past few years but it has been quite a while since I have been in such a nice space. The art the owner Jane Brumfield loves and displays is also a good fit with mine.<br />
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A couple of fun favorites.- This artist from England does these little critters with just shells.<br />
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And artist Lisa Kaser who I've always been fond of. (these are wax and wool felt)<br />
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And my ego is not immune from the thrill of seeing my name in big letters on a wall. (Look Mom and Dad!)<br />
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A few shots of the special exhibition room.<br />
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And the sweet owners. Mike and Jane Brumfield. Thank you guys (and Rebecca behind the desk who ran when she saw me try to take her picture). Just a beautiful space, and I appreciate your help in getting me up there to see it all and meet some great people. If you are looking for some great art check out: <a href="http://www.brumfieldllc.com/galleryathydepark/exhibition_program.html">http://www.brumfieldllc.com/galleryathydepark/exhibition_program.html</a><br />
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(note to self: if you are ever feeling insecure in anyway do not stay in a hotel jammed packed with triathletes in for the weekend Iron man competition.)Christine Brennanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09712267576853425260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7144381482400023736.post-69246783992261224942013-06-11T12:20:00.000-07:002013-06-11T12:20:01.162-07:00More Bike Trip Photos. Part 2<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Biking our last day in the Czech Republic takes us through the Sumava National Forest on the border with Germany. Beautiful scenery some of which really feels like a 'black forest' as the tall pine trees are so close together when you look to the left or right you see nothing but trees.<br />
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Some of the earliest drissly days brought some of the most dramatic skys and colors....I just loved being in the countryside. Almost always we are not far from the river (the Vltava, the Danube and the Inn) but to the other side there are usually great sites as well.<br />
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After this days biking we are taken to the town of Passau on bus where we spend the next two days in an old hotel right on the Danube. The Baroque city of Passau borders Austria and is located where the Danube the Ilz and the Inn river come together.<br />
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Sweet little arts alleyway in the city of Passau.<br />
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The tall building in the center is the Rathaus. (City Hall) it is over 500 years old and we were facinated by the markings on the front. They each corresponded to a year and flood water level dating back to 1501 (Jim took this snap of me for perspective)- Sadly two weeks later after returning home this would all be in the news again........<br />
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This is a photo I stole from the internet after returning home and a week later hearing and reading of flooding in all of the very same areas we had been biking in a week earlier. Turns out the sun came out for the second part of our trip, but after we left the rains came and didn't let up until quite a bit of flooding had gone on. You can just make out the building with the red top in the bottom left (boat in front) the arch is completely submerged.<br />
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One of the oldest restaurants in Passau right across from the Rathause. We enjoyed another (very) filling meal. Took the above photo just because I love the feel and simplicity of the place. Felt so homey and Bavarian. The window and door glass was about an inch thick. So sad to think it would all be underwater in a week or two. I know they are digging out and will recover though. They have before.</div>
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We say Aufedersein to Passau and are treated to a fancy-pants two hour boat ride down the danube towards our next biking destination. (I loved this -very picturesque)</div>
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One of our two group leaders Bodhi goes through that days rout map. This is a daily routine- they hand out a map of where we are going with written directions. The fit in a handy dandy sleeve that Velcros to bike handles and you are on your own.......'Proceed 2.8 Kilometers to red barn at T in road. Turn left and proceed 5.2 kilometers to 4 way stop.......' etc. - I was a good map reader when I didn't get lazy and start relying on someone in front to know what they are doing. Not always so good at getting the feel of kilometers though. (only got slightly lost once or twice)<br />
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Going through a lock on the Danube<br />
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When we got off the boat our bikes where all waiting there for us. (now which one is mine?.....)<br />
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We bike into the Wachau Valley A region of stunningly beautiful and ancient towns along the Danube known for white wine vineyards. We arrive at our next hotel in the town of WeissenKirchen built in the 1200's sometime.<br />
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We end up in a sweet little room on the tip floor. I poor us some wine from the courtyard lounge and go up to admire our new view for the next couple of days.<br />
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Our room is set of windows from the top. This is everyone's favorite hotel. All stone work and courtyards and at the same time elegant and small.<br />
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After the next morning's maps are handed out and we go over what 'tricky spots' to watch out for we head off through one beautiful scenic village after the next. There were many great highlights of this trip but I loved this day especially. -Little small towns AND the water by side.<br />
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As our trip arrives shortly after May Day these quaint poles toped with trees are in every town and village center. I't could be hokeyiest thing to someone growing up there but to an outsider it is an ancient tradition that just seems so sweet. I just want to put flowers in my hair and prance around with ribbons...<br />
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We bike to the city of Melk (yes it too flooded). We get a tour here of one of Europe's largest monasteries. This photo is from the Benedictine Abbey looking down on the village.<br />
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The library where we were not allowed to take pictures. OOPS.<br />
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I think these are some how out of sequence but just to show what sort of yummies we were stuffing ourselves with on this trip. This was a restaurant that had the theme of potatoes and apples. Yes that is a stuffed potato as big as Jim's head and yes he ate it all as did I.<br />
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The main square holds the ancient gothic church. I'd been before but Jim had not. We happened upon a quire preforming off to one side of the church that added a sweet and magical quality that helped to diffuse my cranky reaction to the fact that for some reason they had the interior all lit up with these weird day-glow gells.<br />
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I remembered enjoying going up one of the spires to take in the Vienna view so talked Jim into doing it. I forgot how he can be afraid of heights.........<br />
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He did not like this part one bit.<br />
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We head over to the big 'Flomarkt' on Saturday where I see lots of weird colorful food and all kinds of antiques and stuff I don't need but of course still want anyway. - Good thing we have just small suitcases<br />
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We discover an even better Gothic church as it away from the tourist crowds and is eerily sort of falling apart. I remember going here with Baby Joe and it was still only half restored.<br />
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We decide to spring for an expensive glass of wine and dessert at an old hang out of all the old famous artists and musicians. Perhaps Motzart sat where Jim is now.<br />
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We tire out our feet, legs, eyeballs and head home to our sweetie.<br />
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Thank you George Tune for taking such good care of Abby and the rest.Christine Brennanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09712267576853425260noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7144381482400023736.post-44596578984301485512013-06-05T04:00:00.000-07:002013-06-05T04:00:09.209-07:00New Collaboration on View This SaturdayAs a past workshop student at the Beatrice Wood Center For the Arts I was invited to participate in a group show with the theme of Transformation. Having just done a couple small collaborative pieces with Jim I decided to use it as an opportunity to do another. Jim was eager to something together again so we came up with this triptych type piece. It is an oil and gold leaf painting with the woodwork done in mahogany, koa and small areas of gold leaf.<br />
The show is this Saturday (so no I can't be there as I have a solo show to be at in Idaho!)<br />
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Jim was mostly done with the frame before we left for our trip, but I had only just started painting the panels. When we returned I had one week to ship 15 paintings to Boise for the solo show and complete the three panels for this painting. It was a slight crunch but luckily the paint didn't have to be dry, I just needed to have a photo of it.<br />
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Thank you Kevin Wallace at The Beatrice Wood Center for the opportunity to show there (at one of the most beautiful places in the valley- always make the trip if you need to be inspired by both nature, and art all in one place) For more info visit their website at: <span style="color: blue;">http://www.beatricewood.com/index.html</span></div>
<br /><br />Christine Brennanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09712267576853425260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7144381482400023736.post-80187230629543429612013-06-03T11:49:00.002-07:002013-06-03T11:49:07.781-07:00Solo Show!Well Friday has me jet setting off to Idaho for my first solo show in a while. I'm quite exited and honored to be exhibiting at Brumfield's Gallery in Boise. I found them about a year ago in an online search for possible new gallery representation. Because my work is so unique it can be tricky to find where I fit in and will sell well, so I usually start with an artist who's work is equally quirky in a similar way. A few clicks led me to this gallery that seemed like a great fit. Lucky for me the owners agreed. I have had work there for almost a year now. Click this link to see for yourself and discover some really nifty and unique artists.<span style="color: blue;"> http://www.brumfieldllc.com/galleryathydepark/gallery_home.html</span><br />
And if you happen to be in Boise between June 8th and July 13 stop in and say Chris sent you. Click on sections below to read the text in larger size.<br />
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Jim at LAX with his new hat ready to go all 'Euro' and soaking in the last of the sunshine we will see for a few days. </div>
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We arrive in Prague after being awake for more than 24 hours straight and have until the morning when we leave for first bike destination. We think 'okay- let's see this city- real fast- we can do this!'<br />
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The castle village on the hill above the city. Looks like Disney Land but it's the real deal.</div>
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The rain started the next morning when we got to our first town. It is an ancient mediaeval city called Czesky Krumlov. (I think that's how you spell it). It is mostly surrounded by water with a giant castle on the hill (there is always a giant castle on the hill). We did a mini bike day just to get the hang our bikes properly fitted (and to get some practice biking in the rain) </div>
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And across the water these nifty trees just budded out in red<br />
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Our hotel (above) it was the old convent and one of the largest original buildings in town. (the castle is across the moat)</div>
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This building along the top part of this photo shows the castle. They just kept adding on. One of our favorite things was this hallway that went on forever leading to one of the oldest theatres still in existence (the other is in Sweden)<br />
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Amazing theatre. Plays back in the day were 4-6 hours long. You sat on benches and it was all lit by candlelight and the scenery was all built to slide back and forth<br />
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The above and below are from the dance hall. It was covered with some pretty cool paintings and lots of mirrors. (notice that funny little face in the round frame above)</div>
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The farmer's tractor<br />
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Probably took too many photos of this dome section of the castle but it was so colorful and I loved it.<br />
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The Czechs are renowned for their puppets and marionettes.<br />
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Jim's birthday dinner a sweet little restaurant with a couple of classical guitar players playing that night.<br />
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Miss tiny head.<br />
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Mr. big head<br />
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And this is just a painting I took a picture of that I liked. It is of the town. You can see how the water surrounds the whole thing with a narrow bridge connecting it to the mainland.<br />
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And the next day we said goodbye to the cute little town to head into the forest where we would literally pedal into Germany were it would soon be sunny for the rest of the trip. (just coincidence though I'm sure)Christine Brennanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09712267576853425260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7144381482400023736.post-36964709485113458412013-05-07T22:03:00.001-07:002013-05-07T22:03:07.775-07:00Here's Some Photos In Case You Couldn't Make It<br />
Well happy to have been able to see so many kind faces this past weekend. It's been a busy productive time and it felt good to have such a supportive turnout. When I had the time I took a few snaps and want to share them with you here.<br />
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As always my biggest thanks to Baby Joe (seen here prepping) who helps with all the details, math, set up. Also couldn't have done it with out me sweet Jimmy Jim Jimmers. (hiding in the house)<br />
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Mette shown here in the hat. We all missed Sister Sissel, but she's taking care of grand twins!- so there couldn't be a better excuse.<br />
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I snuck out Sunday morning for a too short visit over at Dianne's, I wish I could have spent more time, It's inspiring to see her artwork studio and yard.<br />
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<br />Thanks to you all, and we hope to see you next time!Christine Brennanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09712267576853425260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7144381482400023736.post-85802875958962728462013-04-29T12:20:00.000-07:002013-04-29T12:20:30.557-07:00Some Jim McCarthy Beauty<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I hadn't done any collaborations with Jim in a while and some sweet customers who purchased one in the past were saying we should do some more. We are working on a small tryptich for a show in June but in the mean time we did a couple of small landscapes for my upcoming shows. They came out pretty nice I think. The paintings are 8"x8".</div>
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<br />Christine Brennanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09712267576853425260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7144381482400023736.post-70101339868691094552013-04-29T12:13:00.000-07:002013-04-29T12:13:19.187-07:00See you this weekend!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Christine Brennanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09712267576853425260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7144381482400023736.post-24404560921242917242013-04-24T10:33:00.001-07:002013-04-24T10:33:37.730-07:00Getting Closer to Finish Line<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Painting away here in the studio to get ready for two shows at the same time. (yikes) And also trying to ride the bike a bit to be in some kind of shape for our Prague to Vienna bike trip in between the shows. It is a busy time, but I thought I'd take a few minutes to say hi and remind everyone in the area to save May 4 & 5 to come by for the 11th annual Open Studio Event. This Year I have the honor of having P. Lyn Middleton with her ceramic pieces and Mette Julian with Jewelry and porcelain in the main part of the house. Once again Dainne Bennette will have her fabulous painting and collage work along with some of her husbands sculptures available at their sweet home studio a couple of blocks away. Please join us! </div>
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Hope everyone is well. Best springy wishes, ChrisChristine Brennanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09712267576853425260noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7144381482400023736.post-73917485599330288542013-04-04T10:12:00.000-07:002013-04-04T10:12:42.247-07:00Some New Paintings<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
So here are some of the new paintings I have been working on. I have my Spring Open Studio coming up May 4th and 5th then right after that Jim and I leave for vacation (Yeah!). As soon as I return I need to ship all the work for a solo show at Blumfield Gallery in Boise Idaho. Having never been there I asked how many pieces she thought she may need and she suggested around 16. That is a lot for me and of course I want everything to be the newest greatest etc. etc. - Nothing like putting pressure on oneself. Anyhow it's probably not possible that they all be new, but I'm shooting for at least 12 or so. </div>
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<br />Christine Brennanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09712267576853425260noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7144381482400023736.post-68567947503700818192013-03-30T09:35:00.000-07:002013-03-30T09:35:51.564-07:00More Available Somewhere (I think)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Just a few pieces that are in galleries for sale or in my studio. </div>
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I'll post some of the new work next time. It's been an uninspired time in the studio. (Although thank you Joe for liking the new work when I was feeling crappy and insecure about it).</div>
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Last week was more headaches, my favorite chicken got eaten by a raccoon because I didn't close the coop door in time, and Abby the doggie has something wrong with her eye. </div>
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I have a friend who was saying if you find yourself blaming your mood on more than three things then it's probably your brain that is searching for the bad not being able to focus on the good. -But what if it's both?</div>
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