Mosaic and Clay Fun at the Library

I had a great time being the guest artist at the WT Bland Library today! The kids made clay and mosaic cups and sculptures and according to my awesome helpers, Nate and Nick, a good time seemed to be had by all. We used Crayola Model Magic, shells, beads, ocean glass pieces and markers.  Some covered yogurt containers with the clay and embellishments and many went free form. The clay dries in 24 hours and can be clear coated after that with a mixture of half glue and half water. Check out some of the amazing and fun work that the kids made!

Portraits

I have been breaking my own rules again. I usually don't do portraits. They are hard and scary and intimidating; especially when you draw and paint people that you love. Especially when they are the children of my best friends! Of course I wanted them to come out right and look really good! I felt the fear and did it anyways. Twice. One as a Mother's Day present and one for a wedding present.  The self inflicted pressure!!  I was so nervous. To my huge relief, the gifts brought tears of joy and surprise. Sweet