An Assemblage Workshop Experience: A Unique Opportunity
My assemblage workshop experience, at “Some Assembly Required,” was a wonderful chance to exchange ideas with fellow artists. I’m excited about the creative connections forming within this supportive community through the assemblage workshop experience.
Inspiration from Collaboration
Although I came to teach, my assemblage workshop experience left me feeling inspired. The art center showcased our finished pieces in a playful and captivating exhibit, allowing me to see the evolution of the work. Many artists were still refining their pieces during the workshop, making it a joy to witness their final creations. Each work reflected unique creativity and thoughtful decisions, resulting in a successful showcase.
A Generous Critique
The workshop concluded with a juried exhibition of our assemblage art. Our experienced juror provided insightful feedback that resonated with everyone, not just the award recipients. It was uplifting to see such generous critique, which is often rare and can leave participants feeling overlooked.
New Materials and Creativity
I was truly inspired by the entire assemblage workshop experience—presenting, creating, and exhibiting. I even brought home some new assemblage materials, including antique wood turnings, unique bolts and screws, and various odds and ends. This sparked my creativity and led to the creation of my latest piece, Boring Bob.
Introducing Boring Bob
Boring Bob is a functional pencil holder, and while his purpose is limited, that’s part of the fun. I designed him to be intentionally silly, using rusted wire scraps I found on the beach to give him wild hair, complemented by a sprig under his chin. I matched a blue water spigot eyeball with a blue tortoise bowtie to pull the piece together. If Bob is “boring,” at least he’s well-coordinated!
Conclusion
Overall, the "Some Assembly Required" assemblage workshop experience was an enriching opportunity that not only fostered creativity but also built lasting connections among artists. I left with fresh inspiration, new materials, and the excitement of having created Boring Bob. This journey reminded me of the power of collaboration and the joy of sharing ideas. I look forward to continuing to explore and experiment with assemblage art, and I can’t wait to see how these creative relationships develop in the future.
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“Boring Bob: A whimsical pencil holder with a playful twist, crafted from found materials during my assemblage workshop experience to bring a touch of fun to your workspace.”
An Assemblage Workshop Experience: A Unique Opportunity
My assemblage workshop experience, at “Some Assembly Required,” was a wonderful chance to exchange ideas with fellow artists. I’m excited about the creative connections forming within this supportive community through the assemblage workshop experience.
Inspiration from Collaboration
Although I came to teach, my assemblage workshop experience left me feeling inspired. The art center showcased our finished pieces in a playful and captivating exhibit, allowing me to see the evolution of the work. Many artists were still refining their pieces during the workshop, making it a joy to witness their final creations. Each work reflected unique creativity and thoughtful decisions, resulting in a successful showcase.
A Generous Critique
The workshop concluded with a juried exhibition of our assemblage art. Our experienced juror provided insightful feedback that resonated with everyone, not just the award recipients. It was uplifting to see such generous critique, which is often rare and can leave participants feeling overlooked.
New Materials and Creativity
I was truly inspired by the entire assemblage workshop experience—presenting, creating, and exhibiting. I even brought home some new assemblage materials, including antique wood turnings, unique bolts and screws, and various odds and ends. This sparked my creativity and led to the creation of my latest piece, Boring Bob.
Introducing Boring Bob
Boring Bob is a functional pencil holder, and while his purpose is limited, that’s part of the fun. I designed him to be intentionally silly, using rusted wire scraps I found on the beach to give him wild hair, complemented by a sprig under his chin. I matched a blue water spigot eyeball with a blue tortoise bowtie to pull the piece together. If Bob is “boring,” at least he’s well-coordinated!
Conclusion
Overall, the “Some Assembly Required” assemblage workshop experience was an enriching opportunity that not only fostered creativity but also built lasting connections among artists. I left with fresh inspiration, new materials, and the excitement of having created Boring Bob. This journey reminded me of the power of collaboration and the joy of sharing ideas. I look forward to continuing to explore and experiment with assemblage art, and I can’t wait to see how these creative relationships develop in the future.
Journey on Canvas Blog: A Place to Share Hope on Your Journey
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Tears for Dancing, Age 42
The older I get the less I think about what I can get out of this life. Bad things happen here on Earth and no one is immune. I see my parents suffering, I watch terrible things happen to my friends and I see catastrophic events that create hell on Earth. Revelation 21:4 promises that someday God will wipe every tear from our eyes and the old order of things will pass away. I’m beginning to think that this promise isn’t so far away: it’s just waiting for us at the next stop. Maybe when we die we trade our tears for dancing and enter Heaven. Until then, I'm going to paint, I'm going to write, and I'm going to share when I find hope in this life. That's why I'm here at Journey on Canvas.
