There are some real benefits to getting more organized and letting go of excess stuff. As I look around for more things to get rid of I often end up organizing a certain area; the top of the clothes dryer, a drawer, etc. In doing so I typically find something I haven't seen in a long time. I found a set of little cutters for clay a while ago and they inspired me to try using them for a carving technique that has resulted in a set of the coolest little birds and hearts ever. Had I not cleaned out my art supplies I would not have come across them while in an artistic mood. It is all just like magic. Here's a picture of a little sculpture I did:
These go on the pile today:
1. A little teddy bear
2. One of those cheesy Staples "easy" buttons
3. A package of Crayon "Twistables"
4. Little wind up toy
5. One of those pin thingies where there are hundreds of pins in a box and it retains the shape of whatever you press into it....have no idea what you really call them!
Cute, cute, cute!!!
ReplyDeleteI don't know which is my favorite part...the beak, the key motif, or your thumb. All wonderful.
ReplyDeleteWell, BJ loved it so I'm pleased. I know, the grimy thumb with the antiquing paint still under the nail is nice, isn't it? It launched me on a bird thing....again. What is it with me and birds? I'd say I do them just because they're an easy shape to sculpt but that isn't it actually. I just really like birds. I have half a dozen with different carvings on them now and one very fanciful one with a crown and colorful feathers. Fun!
ReplyDeleteI want to do clay with you one day! I LOVE your heart bird!!!!
ReplyDeleteLuann : )