Mandala with Blessing Sticks from Art Unraveled...
These are the days between midsummer and late summer. Here in my perch above the Klamath River the flowers are reaching as tall as they can before they go to seed.
I am nestling in the way I always do after I travel... especially when I teach. I have been to Colorado where I taught with my dear friend Leslie Marsh in the vacation home of my other dear friend Hasty Pearl, (Laura Roberts). Such an inspiring setting with rugged cliffs above the jubilant singing Crystal River. And such inspiring students as they created with all of their hearts and soul. See photos of Crystal River book arts here.
Pages in Progress by Marline
Student Artist Books
And I taught in the mountains where I helped raise money for the wonderful Klamath Outdoor School... this is the land of blue-green spring water and ponderosa pines, long lush grass, wildflowers and butterflies. This workshop included nature walks and talks by my friend, Marjorie Glass, a wildlife biologist. We slept in a big yurt and the stars were amazing. Please see photos of "Nature in the Mind's Eye here.
Artist Book by Christine
Kandis Artist Book Pages
And lastly I taught three workshops at the amazing Art Unraveled in Phoenix, Arizona where I was welcomed with open arms, encountered my first Monsoon and realized again just how strong the pull of art Is. Please see photos from my three workshops at Art Unraveled here.
Artist Book by Helen
Artist Book by Chrissie
In each place I got to spend time with old friends and new and be amongst other women who know how important it is to nourish themselves.
One of the things I love the most about teaching is when I walk away from someones worktable and then return after awhile the amazing surprises I encounter!
Victory Shield by Laura
Blessing Sticks by Helen
Ahh,my little Paper Clay shield! I still have it and am waiting for the perfect use for it. Brings back such happy memories. Thanks for being available to me on so many levels, friend, and for giving so much to the art community:) Laura
Posted by: Hastypearl | September 09, 2016 at 08:42 AM
Your website and artwork are so beautiful - I attempted to follow the blog and the link took me to a blank page. I also went to the subscribe page which took me to a page of webpage language. Just wanted to let you know so those who love your work can stay connected. =)
Posted by: Jessica | August 26, 2016 at 08:44 AM
What beautiful books your students have made, and the various locations sound idyllic and so inspiring.
Posted by: Heather Martin | August 22, 2016 at 09:58 AM
What a lovely experience;)
Posted by: Karen Maggio | August 17, 2016 at 03:53 AM
Lovely class, soulful work.
Posted by: Corrine | August 16, 2016 at 03:24 PM
Your class was enchanting, I felt nourished and at one with nature! Thanks for featuring my book, what an honor! Thanks Roxanne, Chrissie xxx
Posted by: Chrissie Chattaway | August 16, 2016 at 01:36 PM
Lovely, lovely work here, Roxanne! I wish I could have been there; sounds like you all had a blast - I would love to sleep in a yurt! xoxo
Posted by: Sharmon Davidson | August 16, 2016 at 11:37 AM