I wrote a different post earlier this week, but decided to ditch it at the last minute. Switching gears, I figured it would be much more interesting to share this eclectic grouping of web finds that caught my eye. I’ll let you pick and choose…and hope you’ll find something that gets your weekend off to a good start.
Pyramid ©2016 Elizabeth Fram
Treat your eyes and ears to the delightful details of this animated illustration of small-town life in a music video for Jane Bordeaux’s ‘Ma’agalim’. Ingenuity and gentle humor at its best; enjoy.
There is plenty of food for thought in Jeff Goins’ article “Three Reasons Why Your Creative Work Needs An Audience”. It discusses the importance of empathy for your audience in order to propel your creative efforts forward in the marketplace. The teaser that caught my attention, and might grab yours, is Goins’ statement “Any fool can make a point. The truly creative person makes a connection”.
Two Bowls, A Lid, & A Measuring Cup ©2016 Elizabeth Fram
The “lost wax” method of casting is something I’ve tried to imagine for years. This short step-by-step video makes the process crystal clear.
Danny Gregory tackles the idea of removing art from schools. See what you think about his alternative proposal.
Another great thing about drawing (as if we need convincing)…it can help improve memory. In my book, this is news that falls in the same happy category as when they decided dark chocolate could improve our health and lower our risk for heart disease!
Empty Cans in the Sink ©2016 Elizabeth Fram
With what was hopefully the last snow for the season (on Tuesday) behind us, I’m looking ahead to a more spring-like weekend. Here’s hoping the sun finds you, wherever you are.
April 26, 2016
Loved that charming animated video of small town life. It felt very soothing to me.
I admire your ability to be consistent with your drawing practice, and can see how much progress you’re making.
Looks a little snowy by you, pretty though.
I loved all the clever details in that animated “machine” – glad you liked it too.
The thing about drawing is that it’s such a nice balance to the textile work, which takes so l-o-n-g.
Jeff Goins’ article was thought provoking. I like the idea of connecting with a viewer as an important part of the process of creating art. It made me feel less selfish about wanting to exhibit my work. And the point that collaboration helps you grow and fosters creativity is so true! Thanks for the links.
The post I originally wrote and decided at the last minute to drop (because I was afraid it was too dry) was in response to that article. I’m so happy you read it and am really interested in your response that wanting to show your work feels selfish to you. I think your work carries a worthwhile message that is important to share! It makes my day that the article opened up a new perspective for you.