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| "The Power of Words" by Eleatta (c) oil pastel 5x7 ($35) |
"Handle them carefully, for words have more power than atomic bombs" Pearl S. Hurd
This little drawing was a result of thoughts about the power of our words They can crush or create.
January 17, 2012
Life and Death
"Handle them carefully, for words have more power than atomic bombs" Pearl S. Hurd
This little drawing was a result of thoughts about the power of our words They can crush or create.
January 10, 2012
Just Peel It
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| "Just Peel It" by Eleatta (c) 36x48 acrylic $1,300 |
NO ONE really LIKES email. But there's one kind of email I do like. When I hear from someone who has seen a piece of my work and writes to tell me what it's meant to them. That can fuel my tank for a week - maybe even a month! This one recently sat in my inbox:
"I want to thank you for your art. It inspires me to keep pursuing my passions."
Hopes and dreams - a common languge
Since painting on the subject of human hopes and dreams in 2008, I've found myself in countless conversations with people, either electronically or in "real time", about the process of pursuing a dream or desire. It has become one of my favorite topics. Volumes could be written addressing the ways, means, challenges and agonies of this quest! When reduced to the simplest "step", however, most agree that it's simply in the beginning or the just starting somewhere that really matters. This painting, "Just Peel It", captures this aspect.
New Year's wish for you
My hope for you is that you will find fresh grace and inspiration in 2012 to just peel your own juicy dream.
This painting is currently on exhibit in the 311 Galleries & Studios :: Downtown Raleigh, NC, as part of a group show, Durham Does Raleigh --- Art No Bull.
Just for fun, here are some photos of the show's opening:
Goldenbelt Exhibit at 311 Gallery
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January 07, 2012
Another "Young Artists' Wall" Night!
| Support Your Young Artists! “Logic will get you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere.” –Albert Einstein Having 3 of our 5 children seemingly born with incredibly strong "art" genes, I firmly believe in the power of encouraging this gifting. Providing supplies, lessons as well as display opportunities and venues form a veritable launching pad from which they can experience growth and enjoyment. In a desire to foster further encouragement, I want to invite boys and girls (ages 5 -15) to come show their work in my studio in January! I am excited to host the second "Young Artists' Wall"! I'm inviting young (visual) artists to come display their drawings or paintings in next month's "open studio" at Goldenbelt on January 20, 2012. Goldenbelt houses 45 artist studios in downtown Durham,NC. Each 3rd Friday of the month, all of the artists open their studios to the public. Your child will be my special guest in my own studio space (#114) and have an opportunity to share in the excitement of having their own "showing"for a few hours. This month's "Young Artist's Wall" will have a special theme: "My favorite thing to do in Durham" Here are the details: * Contact info-Send me contact info letting me know you are interested at eleattadiver@gmail.com. *One piece-Bring 1 piece of your child's art showing their favorite thing to do in Durham. * Signature-Have them sign it. * Simple frame -Place it in a SIMPLE frame. (PLEASE!!! no pressure here! A simple "Dollar Store" frame is great! *Index card-Accompanying each piece of art, please bring an index card with child's name and the title of their work. *Children's art will not be priced. It will simply be enjoyed. *Drop off- Child's art may be delivered to my studio on either of these dates: Thursday Jan. 19 from 11:30AM-3:30PM Friday Jan 20 from 5:30 -6:00PM * Time for Goldenbelt's monthly 3rd Friday "open Studios" is 6 -9 PM * You may leave your child's art displayed or you may bring it home at 9PM * My studio hours, in which you may pick-up art are Tuesday - Friday 11:30AM-3:30PM There will also be light refreshments served during "open studio". This will be a fun evening and a great moral booster for any young artist. My son, Bryan, will be sharing his music for our enjoyment. |
January 05, 2012
A Popular Palette for 2012
Here are some of the new colors I'm using in my paintings this year. Recently inspired by A Look at Pantone's Spring 2012 Color Report , I decided to tweak my color palette for this new year.
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January 04, 2012
A Look Inside
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| Happy January!By Eleatta© 12x12 acrylic on canvas $175 |
Did you know January has it's own special flower? The carnation is celebrated as it's designated "birth flower". Recently I created a series of small paintings on the topic of birth flowers. I was intrigued to find out that over time unique symbolic meanings that came to be associated with each month's flower. Moreover, during the Victorian era, special "hidden messages" were conveyed in the giving of certain flowers as well.
The Carnation
The carnation is said to be a symbol of love, fascination, and distinction. The "hidden" victorian code-message took on a variety of meanings according to color. Apparently red spoke "My heart aches for you!" and Pink whispered, ""I'll never forget you. Isn't that so sweet?
Behind the scenes
I'll be posting more on these flowers with the turn of each new month this year. So stay tuned. Additionally, in response to requests, I'll be posting more "behind the scenes" peeks into their creation. To give you a tiny glimpse, below you'll find a video clip of a glance into my studio with a whole new crop of flowers that are blooming.
This is my first test run using my iphone. Bear with me. I promise I'll improve! But I thought you'd like it anyway.
Hope you had a lovely holiday season. I look forward to sharing 2012 with you! Thanks for joining me.
