As many of you know, the deadline to the EcoSquared Art Showis November 21st. I thought I’d share with you some of the artwork in the gallery that incorporates upcycled materials. Upcycled is still a fairly new term, you can learn more here. And remember, the main criteria for Ecosquared is to use something upcycled, have it measure between 6″ square to 8″ square, and have it ready to hang on the wall. We are so excited to see what all of you creative Wisconsinites come up with! Please feel free to leave questions or concerns here in the comment section.
Reclaimed steel and spray paint. “Birds on a Wire” artist Liv Aanrud.Acrylic house paint on upcycled canvas. “Yellow Leaves” artist Lynn Lee.Diorama made from a drawer, newspaper and found objects. Artist Beth Heeney.
Wall sculpture made with reclaimed wood, found objects (saw blade, nails, drain cover) and wire. Artist Bryan Richgels.Acrylic painting with incorporated old maps on a cabinet door. Artist Tammy Schreiter.“Spring”. Found objects (silk flowers, fabric, rope) on upcycled canvas and frame. Artist Beth Heeney.
The September featured artist is Madison Potter, Jenny Blasen. Jenny was first introduced to ceramics in college as an exchange student in Japan. Many nights and weekends in community studio spaces over the years have led to her own studio in her home where she works on her pottery whenever possible.
Jenny says; “I make functional pieces for everyday use. I use texture in my work and found objects, including lace, fabric, stamps, and leaves. Some of my most popular items are my yarn bowls and hand built plates.”
Jenny will be showcasing her work at Hatch from September 1-31st with an artist reception on Friday, September 14th, 6-9pm. Good times and refreshments will be served.
A couple of weeks ago, I finally was able to deliver this custom built mirror. It was quite a process but I love a challenge! First, I went to the buyer’s house and checked out the space they had in mind for the mirror. After we decided on a size, 3’x4′, I went to the Habitat for Humanity Restore and after numerous trips and lots of digging, I found some wood house siding that I hoped was wide enough for the frame. I’m pretty handy, but not as much as my friend Bryan who has skills with a saw that I will never have. He put together a fantastic frame…better than I imagined. After many more weeks of painting it was time for the placement of the mirror. Again, Bryan helped out. Cutting super thick glass is not easy! Cracks can easily occur and he broke a couple large pieces. Ugh. After a lucky find at the thrift store… one more try and he cut the mirror perfectly! I was a little nervous since I had promised delivery the following morning…
I forgot to mention that one of the buyer’s (Susan and David) requests was for maps to be incorporated in the painting of their favorite places. It is definitely THEIR piece! I wish I had a photo of the mirror installed…hopefully soon.
If you’d like a custom piece of art, let me know! As for now, I have started a painting on a wood headboard I found on the curb. One man’s trash is a future work of art!
Hatch Art House 