History Up in Smoke
Gerald Dukes
Hard cover coffee table-style book, stunning photographs
$60
http://www.joyfuljewel.com/Gerald-Dukes.html
Thursday, January 24, 2013
Gerald Dukes "History Up in Smoke" 1-24-13
http://www.joyfuljewel.com/Gerald-Dukes.html
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
Kathryn Bertok "Bottle Cap Earrings" 1-23-13
"Bottle Cap Earrings"
Kathryn Bertok
Metal & Resin
$10
Kathryn Bertock, whose creativity just doesn't stop (!), fashioned these fun earrings from small metal bottle caps. The curvy dancing design is set in resin.
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Emily Weinstein "Moon Book" 1-22-13
"Moon Book"
Emily Weinstein
82 pages, $14.95
This is one of those truly enchanting books! Each page features one of Emily Weinstein's fabulous paintings and a little gem of writing. There is ample proof of her devotion to the moon as well as painting as the book represents a full year of painting the full moon each month. On the back cover, there is a recommendation I especially like by another gallery owner, Patsy Whitman of PMW Gallery (Stamford, CT). "Braving cold, mosquitos, angry bulls, Emily reaps the rewards of showing up to capture each moon." Here is what Emily writes on the page along with the above painting, titled "Back Home" - "One thing I love most about going away is coming home and finding everything okay. This painting celebrates that."
At the Joyful Jewel, we have Emily's cards and books -- oh and also flyers about the cats she has rescued and who are looking for homes!
Monday, January 21, 2013
On a Monday
Standing over in the pottery section by Jerry's pouty red-lipped chickens, I turn to the Featured Artist wall and see absolute dazzle as light hits Janice's mosaics. Afternoon light is stunning on them, dear Ms. Rieves. Then I sit at the computer and straight in front of my eyes the sun is making magic on Rita's new Shoreline of Light. The water gleams as if the moon was hitting it same time as the sun! Behind me, I must confess are some beautiful Valentine cards I brought in.
Bob Cathgart's new book has my attention and I enjoyed just creating a new webpage for him on our site. He's getting ready to read his new book of poems here in a few weeks.
In the meantime, I'm distracted again as my eyes take in the new stain glass lamps in our window. Wow, Linda, they would be wonderful at night in any home.
Speaking of home, I'm taking one of Beth's new birdhouses with me and another Pelzel pot. I won't even try to describe these delights as you must come in and see.
Lots of people have been in today in this gorgeous weather.
C'mon in and say hi.
On a Monday,
Sharon
ps Shuga wants you to know there are some beautiful new greeting cards for which she was the model, and her sister Mela, one lovely cat, has a series also. Wonders never cease..................
Bob Cathgart's new book has my attention and I enjoyed just creating a new webpage for him on our site. He's getting ready to read his new book of poems here in a few weeks.In the meantime, I'm distracted again as my eyes take in the new stain glass lamps in our window. Wow, Linda, they would be wonderful at night in any home.
Speaking of home, I'm taking one of Beth's new birdhouses with me and another Pelzel pot. I won't even try to describe these delights as you must come in and see.
Lots of people have been in today in this gorgeous weather.
C'mon in and say hi.
On a Monday,
Sharon
ps Shuga wants you to know there are some beautiful new greeting cards for which she was the model, and her sister Mela, one lovely cat, has a series also. Wonders never cease..................
Sunday, January 20, 2013
Sheridan Bushnell "Drink of This and Drown" 1-20-13
"Drink of This and Drown"
by Sheridan Bushnell,
book, 115 pages, $14.95
This is some of the sweetest mystical writing since Rumi! In every contact I have had with her, beautiful poetry flows almost constantly from Sheridan Bushnell. It seems to be in her very pores. While I know Sheridan mostly from her poetry, others know her as a supporter of women's empowerment or as a motivational speaker. Sheridan is also the originator of the Joyful Jewel's popular "Vision & Voice" where we invite writers of all levels to find a piece of art that inspires a writing -- and then the writer and the artist together present their pieces at an event. This year's Vision & Voice presentations will be March 24th at the Joyful Jewel. Look for Sheridan to be there with at least one of her poems, and peruse this book while you're here!
Saturday, January 19, 2013
Jan Dunn "Woven Gourd" 1-19-13
"Woven Gourd"
Jan Dunn
~ 9" x 6 1/2", gourd, reed, wire, beads
This dramatic basket by Jan Dunn features and dyed & cleaned gourd, with dyed round reed, wire and glass beads. The dark mottled purple and grassy green complement each other perfectly. This effect is a jaunty, sturdy container, sporting weaving perfection!
Friday, January 18, 2013
Marilyn Penrod "And Nothing More" 1-18-13
"And Nothing More"
Marilyn Penrod
16" x 20", Acrylic on Canvas
$265
I love the title that Marilyn Penrod gave this painting as I think it provides insight into what she was thinking as she chose to paint this enchanting raven. You may have your own view of the meaning. Here's mine. Although the world seems to be fractured and swirling around, there is smug satisfaction in the raven's stance and one visible eye -- he has finished all he had to do that day -- a job well done. Not only is there "nothing more" there is "nothing less," and no need to worry what anyone else thinks. There is so much to be said about satisfaction! ~ Mariah
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