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I think that what artists do is they invent strategies that allow themselves to see in a way that they haven't seen before - to extend their vision. ~ Richard Serra, art:21 Art in the Twenty-First Century, Essay by Susan Sollins.
My morning strategy involves drawing outside in order to 'capture' the seasons, things that move me, oddities, old tools and other found objects.
See more here: Drawings
I'm on skull time. This morning while drawing, a roadrunner came very close and I watched as it scooped up a gecko for lunch.
Drawing daily has become a meditation of sorts, a way to connect with the natural world and to revel in the sheer joy of process; the process of capturing a likeness. It feels almost devotional in it's purity. But what it really does best, is inform my abstract work, Journey into Intimacy. From studying nature we learn everything we need to know.
"I often think of artists as Vedic scribes or members of monastic orders, who secretly maintain analog technologies, archaic forms of knowledge and alternative ways of being in the world during times when there seems to be no hope, no alternative. With Occupy Wall Street, we see a slight change to bring these anarchic forms of wisdom back into the world. But as is often the case, we are our own greatest enemies." ~ Erin Sickler, Art & the 99% (Art in America, Jan. 2012)
Dear Creative Souls, So much has happened since my last "Museletter" and I've got loads to share! Key word being DISCIPLINE!
Each day I sketch plein air (outside), often at my neighbour's home who has incredible grounds to explore. It's just like visiting a botanical garden - all sustainable and water-wise too, lots of cactus (a few of my drawings can be found here). After that I lift weights, suntan (plenty of vitamin D to be had in Southern California), drink a smoothie with about 15 different things in it, work on the internet (I'm trying to keep this to 1 hour minimum to break my addiction, ya know what I mean?...hint, hint Facebook!) Then I work on printmaking and painting, take a walk at sunset with my black dog Abby and finish off with situps and pushups. I've also come to realize that I need to draw and paint EVERYDAY and I'm hear to tell you that the well does not run dry! ie. keyword being discipline. I also still love giving astrology and creative soul readings, so if you're wondering what's become of me, I'm still here!
It's almost Spring ~ Woohoo! (Fall for my friends down under). Also, future Museletters will be much less chatty and more announcement-style to keep you posted on my upcoming art exhibits because I know your time and mine is precious! If you want more 'Chatty Kathy" please do subscribe to my blog where I've been posting at least once a week, by signing up here (look on the right hand side of the page). Now for the good stuff: where to find me and my current work!
Exhibitions
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Fallbrook Library
Dixon Fish has organized an exhibition of fine art prints at the Fallbrook Library featuring artists from the North County San Diego Printmakers group and surrounding areas.
I'll be exhibiting hand pulled prints from my BodyPrint Healing Series. These prints are part of a process of healing I've undertaken through art-making.
Exhibition dates: March 8 - April 27 Reception: March 16, 5-7pm
Local Author Exhibit
San Diego Public Library
This is an annual event open to local authors. The physical exhibit is now over but selected books will be available for viewing at the San Diego Library.
I exhibited two books, Moon Musings Volume 1 and the Goddess Zodiac Playbook which are currently available as ebooks. Moon Musings Volume 1 was written over one year's time in conjunction with each month's new moon. Affirmations and creative exercises were originally shared on my blog and in my Divine Feminine eClass. The Goddess Zodiac Playbook was written and painted over one month's time in conjunction with the moon's passing through each of the twelve signs of the zodiac. I interpreted each zodiac sign as a goddess rather than the more typical male interpretation.
PNET Member's Print II Exhibit 
Riverside Art Museum
The Printmakers Network of Riverside County organized this exhibition.
I am exhibiting an aquatint created at Palomar College in their now defunct printmaking program. This print was an early experimental piece incorporating several techniques I was in the process of learning including the use of non toxic waterbased Akua inks.
Exhibition dates: February 2 - April 7
Artscape
Riverside County Administrative Center
The Riverside Arts Council organized this ongoing exhibit of local artists.
I am exhibiting two pieces from my Journey Into Intimacy Series. This current body of large abstract acylics is based upon my exploration of embodying intimacy through every part of my life so as to welcome and invite greater intimacy into my life.
Exhibition dates: October, 2011 - March, 2012
Save the Date
March, Verse to Image Exhibit, RCAA Gallery, Riverside, California May 6 - June 24, Solo Exhibition, San Marcos Library, San Marcos, California
Recommendations & Links
New gallery in Temecula: Wine Country Art Gallery at Van Roekel Winery Dorland Mountain Arts Colony ~ Spring open house photos (painting plein air with 2 artist groups) My eClass: Awaken Your Divine Feminine Soul is now self-study Creative Soul Readings Facebook
Sparkly Blessings!
Kathryn V. Crabbe
Email: info@kathrynvcrabbe.com Art: http://KathrynVCrabbe.com Blog:http://KathyCrabbe.com
Helpful Links Dorland Art Colony, Temecula, California: http://www.dorlandartscolony.org Wine Country Art Gallery: http://www.facebook.com/events/259219804156504/ Plein Air Artists of Riverside: http://pleinairartistsofriverside.blogspot.com Printmakers Network: http://www.riversideartmuseum.org/groups/printmakers-network/ Gary Rainsbarger, PAAR President - Art: http://www.garyrainsbarger.com Susan De'Armond, PAAR Treasurer - Art: http://www.susandearmond.com Elin Pendleton - Art: http://www.elinart.com Kathryn V. Crabbe - Art: http://kathrynvcrabbe.com
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