Lovely Ragdoll

This absolutely lovely sculpture called "Girl with Flowers and Crow" by primoriginals (www.primoriginals.etsy.com) absolutely took my breath away. Her face has so much depth and beauty....

"Pantomime"

I know some people are weirded out by mimes, but I really am intrigued by them. It is interesting how they exaggerate the subtle body language that everyone uses. This type of interaction is so universally relateable. That they can say so much without breathing a word speaks volumes about the way we communicate. It carries across cultures as well. Regardless of language, we as humans can still speak to each other through the commonality of our humanity and the shared human experience. After all, every culture in the world has a word (or words!) for love.

She turned out even better than I envisioned her. Her face is so sweet, and she even looks a little surprised to find you in front of her. The traditional mime styling of the makeup looks lovely with her little outfit and the topiaries behind her. To me, it looks a little bit French...

Watercolor and graphite on coldpress paper - 9"x12"

Do you remember "The Dark Crystal" ?

I've been watching tons of old movies lately because we haven't gotten cable yet for our new place. I can't stand reality TV, and this is the only genre available on network stations most of the time, apparently. It seems so pointless most of the time (project runway excluded, of course). I mean, how much plotting and backstabbing for cash can one country stand? Apparently, a lot...

Anyway, I just watched "The Dark Crystal" again - I always forget how much I love this film. I remember watching it as a kid, and I had no idea then how creepy it really is. You should watch it again. You will be surprised at how dark it is. A classic good vs evil plot with wonderful characters and beautiful artistic design. The puppets are breathtaking, and the visual theme of decaying beauty and gilded ugliness is compelling. The ending is sort of ubiquitous, and the duality of dark and light is visited. It reflects the good and bad that exists in all of us. Such an interesting story, and it is so lovely to watch.

I found this mash video on youtube. It's so awesomely 80's

Hats need to make a comback

I have a new favorite etsy artisan - Kim Dye of Topsy Turvy Design (www.topsyturvydesign.etsy.com). She has the most amazing skill at making costume hats, and her pictures in her shop are to die for. I am smitten! This is a great interview with her:

I heart David Bowie!!!

I am rewatching The Labyrinth for about the millionth time, and I fall in love with David Bowie all over again every time! I have no idea ho a man in tights wearing eyeshadow can get me so hot and bothered... I love brooding intensity.

It is such an amazing film, and of course the ball scene is my favorite. It is all gossamer and cobwebs, and so beautifully creepy and romantic. It makes me want to run over to my sketch pad and go nuts.