Art Uninhibited

Don't you just love the Art of a Child... so fresh... so uninhibited... raw and pure expression... creative beyond words since they allow their imaginations to know no limits or boundaries. A Child will be unafraid to use color boldly and liberally... they often don't stay within the lines and think outside of the box naturally. Children make everything fun... including the creation of their Art... a pure Joy it is to them to partake of the creative process and lacking inhibitions they are confident in their process and proud of their outcome. It shows... in their work... and the passion is evident. I don't believe I've ever seen a work of Art created by a Child that I didn't like... that didn't make me smile and draw me into their World.

While taking a walk at the Park I saw an amazing Art Ball Sculpture by the Library... it appears to be the work and combined effort of many talented young Artists... it is wonderful... as a single piece of Sculpture and also in each individual contribution as you examine it and take it all in. What a great concept and idea it is, combining the many small works of fired clay Art by numerous Artists into one grand piece of Art... to Grace a beautiful Public place with... for all to enjoy and appreciate... Art Uninhibited... Dawn... The Bohemian

The Path

There are many paths in life to take... and we're all on one. The choices of which direction to go, which path to take, changing paths along the way is a vital one. We all must choose and the destination we arrive at is dependant upon which path we have taken or failed to take. Though Grace has given us the option of changing paths as often as we need to and a wise traveler will alter course if they discern that the path they are on leads to a destination that is all wrong... could lead to ruin or be ten miles or more of bad road.

Who we take along with us on the journey is another vital choice. Some choose to travel alone mostly and for them that could be a good thing... or a not so good thing... depending upon what they encounter traveling solo. Some choose good traveling companions and therefore the journey is a particularly pleasant one where they can share all of the Blessings along the path and have present help in times of trouble. While others have a troubled journey with difficult traveling companions and far too much baggage to carry and that can account for much unpleasantness and hinder arriving at any desired destination they are dreaming of.

I love taking long walks, particularly along paths... you never know what or who you might encounter along the way and that is part of the allure of it. You never quite know what the destination might be... or even if there is one or if you'll recognize it when you 'arrive'? There are times I journey alone on these paths... and times I have company... and I realize that these walking paths are not unlike Life Paths chosen. Sometimes I've found a good path to follow... and others times perhaps a not so good path to follow. Sometimes I've had a set destination... other times I'm just taking a walk. Sometimes I'm leading... sometimes I'm following... sometimes I just need to get out of the way so that others can proceed on their journey unobstructed. There are times I've traveled light... and there are times I've traveled burdened. There are times I've had to stop and rest while on a path, or slow down if the pace I've set is too brisk, or take the time to savor the actual journey and process of going somewhere so that many delights are not missed. But the most important thing I've learned about paths and traveling them, is to keep moving forward... either along a path you've decided is good... or through a journey and path that is unpleasant and not 'camp' there... or decide to change paths and not dwell upon having taken the wrong path for a while and instead look forward and gain momentum as you take the first step upon a new path.

My Hope for you this day is that you are presently on a pleasant journey of Life, with your feet set upon a good path filled with whatever makes your Heart, Soul and Spirit sing... with an amazing destination in mind... Dawn... The Bohemian

Leon and Lulu's Artist's Market Part 2

I am selling my photos and jewelry at Leon and Lulu's again for their Artist's Market. Sunday was awesome! I met so many interesting people and sold a lot of stuff too. I will be there again Tuesday from 3-8 so stop by and take a look. I'm giving away a necklace at the end of the night (you do not need to be present) so be sure to enter. The humongous and awesome store is located on 14 mile between Livernois and Crooks (closer to Livernois). Hope to see you there!

Here are some of the other goods you can get.

Awesome tees.

Cute little owls. She also has these awesome necklaces made out of fabric.

Larry Zdeb is there selling his funky necklaces. I own one. They are like wearing a piece of art around your neck.

Love love love this artist's work. Her enameled pieces are amazing.

Adorable handmade bibs, bags, jewelry and all sorts of little goodness in this booth!

A Thing For Old Keys

I definitely have a thing for old Keys, I collect those that I find that look interesting, unusual or have lovely design elements. I like to string them on old ribbon and hang them around our Home and my Studio as decoration. I enjoy making altered Art Jewelry with them or hanging them from one of the Carpet Bags I design and make. They are still one of those collectibles that you can acquire quite reasonably, find abundantly, or discover discarded and forgotten and just looking for an appreciative eye, a new Purpose and a good Home.

I always imagine what they opened and allowed access to? Was it an ornate old door leading to a Victorian Mansion? A fabulous Wrought Iron Gate leading to a secret Garden? Did it wind up an old Clock... perhaps a majestic Grandfather Clock? Did it open an old Jewelry Box or perhaps a lovely Antique Cupboard? Was it an old Hotel or Motel key that many a weary Traveler had used at the end of a long journey or while on an exciting vacation? Was it an old Jailer's Key that locked up some of the Infamous in History? Was it designed with no such Purpose at all... not meant for opening or locking up anything... just meant to be a lovely wearable piece of Art in the disguise of something as functional and practical as a humble Key? I found such a Key while Thrifting... quite large with an oval Topaz and a little bit of Rhinestone bling... some now missing... and a pin on the back making it a Brooch... I had to have it of coarse! For now it shall remain as it is... but sometime in the future... well, it could very likely become something else... as my imagination takes me... and it will now unlock the imaginative wanderings of my mind and Spirit... Dawn... The Bohemian

More NYC pics

"Let's take some e..."

I took so many photos in NY. Here's another installment.

Usher's security dudes were very serious.

Panoramic of Times Square

Catlin Cash Day

Alas peeps, I didn't get THE Locket Necklace Saturday on 'Catlin Cash Day' that I'd been lusting over for weeks, someone beat me to it and I missed it by a matter of minutes. *le sigh* But, before you feel too sorry for me, it was my own fault... I certainly arrived early enough to score it... the first one on the block as a matter of fact, two full hours before anything opened, loads of Monopoly style Catlin Cash burning a hole in my bag. But the allure of a gorgeous Morning + Historic Neighborhood = me taking a long leisurely stroll + photo ops... which ultimately meant time slipped away from me and before I knew it, I was running a tad bit late! *gasp* I was also waiting on my camera-shy BFF to arrive, who has yet to be photographed for this Blog and thus thought she would remain faceless and mysterious... except she forgets this Friend has an archived image of the Posse at the Glendale Jazz And Blues Festival getting our groove on *wink* which I have now snuck in and shared so that you now know my usual Partner in the crime of being out of control Junquers and Treasure Hunters extraordinaire *LOL*. This was to be our Girls Day Out and I was in "no hurries-no worries mode"... nor was I particularly primed to size anyone up and take them out to ensure I'd score said Locket... though if I'm Jonesin' for coveted item I've been known to be a force to be reckoned with. *Smiles* No regrets, everything happens as it will for a reason... and I never would have even looked for the wonderful items I did score had I just beelined and found said Locket that day, so it's all good and I'm totally content with what did come home with me instead. In it's stead I came away with the amazing custom Pink Salvage Wood and Metal Floral Picture Frame and matching Box by amazing Artist "Laura Van" ... love her work and choosing was difficult as there were so many amazing pieces made by her at "Cottage Garden 2"... and for some mysterious reason I'm fixated and stuck on the word 'amazing'!? *LOL* I also got a fabulous Bohemian Bracelet with dark beads and blinged-out Filigree medallion. Note to self: I desperately need a hand double for modeling Bracelets and Rings. *wink* Note to Yourselves: If you're one to embarrass easily you would not want to go Junquing or Treasure Hunting with moi, as I tend to photograph items in the field where ever I think they might look good displayed... said score was photographed at the side of the road in a public flower garden... I'm shameless and don't embarrass easily. *LOL*

I also had an amazing Luncheon at "Little Saigon" with Hot Jasmine Tea... don't my Rice Flour Crepes just look divine!!!!??!?!?! *contented sigh* Since BFF does not do Vietnamese... except for sharing Tea... we appeased her appetite at a delightful little European Bistro style Restaurant where I had dessert... yeah I know, naughty girl... but that huge Macaroon Cookie was do die for!!! *smiles* And their fresh Mozzarella, Tomato and Herb Sandwich on fresh Ciabbatta Bread that the BFF had looked and tasted amazing too... yes, I had a taste, of coarse! *wink* Had to critique it for the Blog didn't I? *wink* At least that's my story and I'm sticking to it. *smiles* And I had walked for two hours that Morning taking in the scenery and reveling in the visual delights around me so it had worked up quite an appetite! All of the Shop Owners also had thoughtfully set up refreshments for the Shoppers... quite a nice spread in fact... so exercise was definitely in order for the day as I had no restraint whatsoever confronted with all that delightful food AND shopping eye candy!!! *me swooning*

That was only the beginning of a very satisfying Girl's Day Out my Friends... but I'll save the rest for later... Dawn ... The Bohemian