Artist's Studio Tour Update

Hola from my studio here in New Mexico!

I have been busy preparing for the first submission deadline for the TAO, Artist Studio Tour catalog.   The basic elements being headshots, photos of working hands, one art piece, studio info, and an artist statement.

Artist name:                  Elizabeth L. Bowling

Title of this

showing of works:     Sacred Journey ~ Sacred Dance

Artist Medium:            Sculptor, Painter  (oils, acrylics, mixed, clay,    

                                      cloth, wire, and  found objects.)

Studio Name:              Creative Soulutions Studio

Website:                      http://www.xanga.com/Creative_Soulutions_Studio

Artist Statement:

“Sacred Journey ~ Sacred Dance.   This body or mixed media sculptures and paintings chronicle my metamorphic journey from blindness to inner vision. I strive to live and create from a place of authenticity, integrity and being fully present. ~Blessings~  " 

With 128 artist, at last count, we could only submit one photo of our current work and an artist statement of 25 to 40 words.  OMG!  It is crucial to make an impact with very few words (38 to be exact) and a couple of images to introduce myself to the public.  Of course, the reception on the eve of the tour is a huge bonus, because I have the opportunity to meet the public and them to meet me and see my work up close and personal.

What began as a three day tour has turned into a two week tour, open not only on the weekends but also through the week.  Creating a Sacred space to invite people into a sacred experience is as much apart of the tour as the art is.  I have a lot of work to do!  In addition, I will be sharing the process each step of the way with you; I invite and would appreciate any feedback that you may want to offer.  

May all who pass through here..have a wonderfully creative day!

Elizabeth

*Art`iculation*

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toastmasters_International

What is Toastmasters?

     Toastmasters International is a non-profit educational
     corporation headquartered in Rancho Santa Margarita, California.
       Its mission is to improve communication and leadership
     skills of its members and in general.  Mainly, this works out
     to 'improving public speaking skills' but there is also a
     potent leadership and management aspect to the organization if
     you aspire to reach that level.

I love a good challenge that encourages my personal and professional growth, so, last evening I joined Toastmasters.  The members seem to be an intelligent, creative, wonderful, and supportive group of people.   It is an excellent forum to hone my skills as an inspirational speaker.   With creativity as my second language, this will also enhance my writing skills and my work as a fine arts/ folk artist.  

My first speech will be on June 18^th, required to be five to seven minutes long. When and if I feel the materials are relevant, I will video tape the speech and add it to my site here.   

The ability to articulate and implement the creative process; to bring about words, actions and works that are of quality and which best communicates my artistic, spiritual, and human integrity, is extremely important to me.  It requires training, discipline, dedication and practice.

I feel that the more one strengthens the mind and the ability to communicate, the freer you are to express clearly your ideas; weather it is with paper paste and paint or words, movement, and dance.

May you joyously co-create a wonderful day!

Ms. Elizabeth