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Dear Peeps! I hope life is treating you well. Due to my time-lapse between each post, I will no longer be posting on this blog site, however, I will continue to keep my 'news' page current on my website. If you would like to keep up-to-date with the latest happenings with my arts practice you can subscribe to my NEWS page located on my website. Thanks so much for your encouragement and support over the years, it is warmly appreciated! J Kim ♥ ich liebe dich, 2018, photography, wire, new and used tea bags, fabric dye, ink and varnish, 40cm x 140cm, photo by Stewart Gould. Finalist, new work for the Friends Regional Gallery Caloundra Inc., Local Artist - Local Content Art Prize 2018.
When creating certain boundaries in your yard it'll help to make them look nice as well. These edging ideas with bricks and rocks might come in handy.
Check out this quirky and fun garden In Mendocino (updated 2021) I love being surprised just happening into someplace unusual or quirky, it really makes discovering a new place a wonderful experience. So when I
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And does anyone have any idea who made these? I came upon them in the Christchuch Botanic Gardens, and they don't seem to have any signs telling you where they came from. They are awesome, anyhow.
Garden design is an art form that allows us to transform outdoor spaces into beautiful and serene havens.
Contrary to the highly urbane and terribly sophisticated image you may have of me, (yeah, right) I'm pretty much a small town homebody so navigating the big city of Seattle can be quite a harrowing experience for this simple hayseed. The traffic on the way was just fine but when I got to the convention center, today's destination, the parking garage was full so I parked in a nearby garage. In cities, these openings in the sides of buildings seem to magically appear with parking signs on them. I drove into the next such rabbit hole I found and as I went further and further up the levels of the parking structure the ceilings seemed to be getting shorter and shorter. I drive a small car but I was ducking in hopes of avoiding the ceiling when it would undoubtedly shave the top of the car off. The air in this particular structure was exceptionally stagnant and warm. The concrete surface beneath was smooth and shiny from so much wear while the walls and ceilings were all sprayed with white foam insulation which had turned dark gray from many years of accumulated exhaust. I've never actually had a panic attack before but the lack of parking on the first six floors along with the magically shrinking ceiling caused me to say calming things to myself. Did I take the wrong pill or go through an incorrect door? Wondering to which circle of hell I had been delivered I finally found parking on the seventh level. To help you visualize, I've included this map. I was able to locate elevators with a dearth of information as to locations of things like streets posted anywhere. Yes, a sensible person would assume that if he entered on level one, that would be where he would want to return on the elevator but there was a sign on level 3 about a hotel entrance and after surviving the parking ordeal, 'twas difficult to properly regulate one's thoughts. There was a woman, only a few years my senior who was also playing elevator games and looking as befuddled as I felt. It was incredibly nice not to feel so alone in my inability to figure out the labyrinthine complexity of Wonderland or Dante's Inferno whichever this was. Fortunately a very nice young woman, coffee in hand, saw us and taking pity said, "Oh, I'll help you folks." She pushed the right button, gave us a few directions and led us out into the light. Ah, fresh(ish) air and light. We beheld, once again, the sky. Now, someone of my age who takes a daily water pill, has just made a long hour's journey into night, battled his way, with the help of a coffee-bearing guardian angel, back into the light and walked to his final destination will most likely be looking for a restroom sign. Being unable to locate any such handy signage I decided that If I simply rode the escalators around for a while I'd eventually spot something resembling a mens room. Shortly after I began contemplating possible receptacles and visually scanning for dark corners, a restroom sign appeared. Was this a miracle like the elevator angel or simply a mirage? We'll hope that it was the former as if it were not, there's a puddle somewhere in the Seattle Convention Center. Whew! Parking, check, john trek, check. Now, If one buys a multi day pass online, (s)he cannot simply go to the ticket area and present said ticket. No my friends, technology has not yet advanced that far. Instead, (s)he must find will call which is far removed from the ticket counter and the entrance to the event, present the aforementioned pre-purchased and printed ticket and receive in exchange, a ticket printed on card stock. I've navigated airports in many large and even foreign cities with ease. Finding will call was not as difficult as the Montreal airport in the late seventies but is was a little confusing. Fortunately, the convention center and the event were so well staffed with wonderful, kind, and helpful folks that I eventually found it, got my new card stock ticket and headed into the show. Why would one do this to himself, you may ask? Well, for the joy of being amongst lots of other passionate gardeners, seeing amazing gardens and vendors, and experiencing inspiring presentations at The Northwest Flower and Garden Show, the second largest such show in the nation. Upon entering, one is transported to a magical place full of great ideas, people and plants! There is a skybridge that links two huge rooms containing the large show gardens and various vendors. The gardens in the Small Space Showcase on the skybridge are often among my favorites; maybe because of the abundance of natural light, maybe the smaller size makes them feel more like rooms that could be added to my own garden. We sometimes wonder about where other bloggers might be writing their posts. I visualize Ms. Danger working in this chartreuse and orange office by Ravenna Gardens called, "2013: A Plant Odessey." The theme of the show was "Gardens Go Hollywood" thus the movie references. Eliza Dolittle? Audrey Hepburn? "On the Street Where You Live" by Sunnyside Nursery These Fabulous metal pots by Steve Farris are truly drool worthy! The compostition was called "Spring" One enjoys a good clean double entendre! I'll get you my pretty and your little dog too! "Jurassic Park" by West Seattle Nursery got an award for best plant material. Love the tree ferns and cordylines! "Electro-cute"...Salvaged objects take charge by Artistic Garden concepts. The metal mesh planters on top with footed bowls of lighted glass balls made me want to run home and make some for my garden! Dean Tile created "The Emerald City" a fabulous mosaic "rug" graces the floor. A Nook Beneath the Eaves by Condina Ceramics Studio was eye catching! The repeated circle/oval motif, limited color palette, and whimsey make this very interesting and fun! Love this ceramic pavement idea but have a feeling that these need to be affixed to concrete to keep them from breaking under foot traffic. Remember, these are fantasy gardens. Codina Ceramics Studio also had a presence in the vendor area so that you can enjoy some of this light hearted fun in your own garden! Here's Leslie Codina the creator of all of this cool work! There are lots more wonderful gardens and ideas from the NWFGS to share in future posts. Happy garden show season everyone!
Last September, after visiting The Dry Garden , my next stop was the personal garden of artist Marcia Donahue. I'd done my research and ...
These fun, funky & cool DIY backyard ideas & projects will add a little bit of whimsy, a touch of humor, or just some plain old backyard fun!
I am offering unique hand painted garden art totems. Each totem is a one of a kind creation, or I can do a custom one. I’m offering these in an effort to reduce my wood waste. These fun posts are made from blocks of various sizes with finished heights of 2,3 and 4 feet we could discuss a larger option if desired. They are painted with acrylic paint and sealed with a UV marine spar varnish to provide weather resistance. All seams between the blocks are caulked with an outdoor water based caulk. The pieces are held together by a rod with 3 tensioners and an outdoor rated adhesive. They are drilled into the bottom and at least 12 inches of rebar secured into the bottom with 9 inches exposed for easy installation into your garden. The totem can be easily removed and repositioned or stored in the winter. Each totem is a little different because they are hand painted by me. They add a splash of color and whimsy to any garden or yard. Please message me with specific color requests and size specifications and I’ll work with you to create a one of a kind piece of art to enhance your garden or mark your property with a road number. Check out my Garden Totems and Garden Freeform Totems for a different design aesthetic. ! I also offer Garden Peace Totems if you want to add a message of peace and tranquility to your space. I also offer hand painted ornaments to commemorate something special.
Last September, after visiting The Dry Garden , my next stop was the personal garden of artist Marcia Donahue. I'd done my research and ...
My husband and I have made this unique pottery piece of garden art using 3 different coloured stoneware clay’s. Each ball/bead/spacer/ item on the pole has been individually handmade, carved and then bisque fired. We then glazed the pieces using an iron oxide to accentuate the carvings. And finally fired each item again to a stoneware temperature to ensure the finished product is very strong, sturdy and weather proof. As indicated in the photos you can assemble the totem pole anyway you fancy. This particular totem includes 22 items for you to arrange. The large base item is 245mm in diameter. The price includes the Pottery items only. The buyer will need to purchase their own steel rod for assembly, as the rod would be too heavy and expensive to ship. I have used a piece of 10 mm thick, solid zinc steel rod, which I purchased at Bunnings for around $8 depending on the length. The rod should be at least 350 mm longer than your totem pole, so you can push it solidly into the ground and ensure it stands up straight. The height of this totem is approximately 1080mm tall, if you choose to have all the items on one pole. The total weight of all the pottery pieces is approximately 6.0 kgs. I have included 2 top pieces incase you wish to make it into 2 totems. The Totem Poles also look amazing inside if you wish. Note:: Always hammer and secure your poles into the ground before you load your Poles with the pottery items. Questions welcome Thanks for visiting our shop.😀 Sharon and David
Amanda Ward - 'At The Top' Marvelous melange of uplifting clayarts. Presenting a collection of inspired ceramic creativity, unleashed by artists with an innate instinct for free expression, zaniness and feel-good originality. Kitchy clay constructs beyond any pretence that invite you to embrace life by virtue of their frivolous flirtations of flair and brilliance. A celebration of those who dare to promote a shift in the paradigm to deliver an enriching fullfilment for the aficionados of the quirky, surreal and audacious. During challenging times, indulging in art that's infused with a free spirit of creative abandon is
All Totems are protected with a UV protecting marine varnish to help prevent fading and to ensure a long life. However- If you wish to prolong their vivid color, I recommend placing them in a shaded area and that you store them indoors in the winter months when the sun is at it's harshest. Giving them a new coat of marine varnish every couple of years will prolong their life for many, many years. Message me if you would like to purchase extra clear coat. Each Totem comes with a piece of re-bar that is to be driven into the ground, leaving 10-12" above ground. Each Totem is drilled 12" deep into the base to then slide over the exposed re-bar. You can then push and pull to get them "plumb" The only tools you will need to install are a heavy hammer to drive the re-bar into the ground and a level would be handy for plumbing it up. some people like them at an angle, which make a great accent also, The Small Totem Measures 30 inches from the base to the top of the ball, $205.00 The Medium Totem Measures 42 inches from base to top of the ball, $250.00 The Large Totem measures 54 inches from base to the top of the ball, $295.00 The XL Totem measures 66 inches from base to the top of the ball, $340.00 Have a specific color scheme in mind? I currently offer 3 standard color schemes- the original Bright colors, Earthy color scheme for a more muted natural look, and the Jewel color scheme. I'm open to custom colors if you have an idea of your own. Give me a shout, I'm sure I can make something special for your garden. Keep in mind, these are a natural wood product and knots and other anomalies are a part of the character of wood. I do my best to minimize the appearance of these naturally occurring details but they are sometimes visible. I feel it adds to the uniqueness of each piece. ***PLEASE NOTE *** Due to shipping costs, I do not ship outside of the Contiguous United States. If you are from Alaska or Hawaii and wish to purchase my item, please message me for a shipping quote. If you live in AK or HI and purchase my item without agreeing upon a shipping cost, your order will be canceled and refunded.
California's most respected contemporary sculpture gallery in the San Francisco Bay Area since 1990, presenting over 1200 museum quality fine art sculptures by 100 noted sculptors, including abstract metal sculpture, figurative sculpture, representational sculpture, bronze sculpture, ceramics, kinetic art, wind driven sculpture, garden fountains, water sculpture, contemporary furniture and more.
I am offering unique hand painted garden art totems. Each totem is a one of a kind creation, or I can do a custom one. I’m offering these in an effort to reduce my wood waste. These fun posts are made from blocks of various sizes with finished heights of 2,3 and 4 feet we could discuss a larger option if desired. They are painted with acrylic paint and sealed with a UV marine spar varnish to provide weather resistance. All seams between the blocks are caulked with an outdoor water based caulk. The pieces are held together by a rod with 3 tensioners and an outdoor rated adhesive. They are drilled into the bottom and at least 12 inches of rebar secured into the bottom with 9 inches exposed for easy installation into your garden. The totem can be easily removed and repositioned or stored in the winter. Each totem is a little different because they are hand painted by me. They add a splash of color and whimsy to any garden or yard. Please message me with specific color requests and size specifications and I’ll work with you to create a one of a kind piece of art to enhance your garden or mark your property with a road number. Check out my Garden Totems and Garden Freeform Totems for a different design aesthetic. ! I also offer Garden Peace Totems if you want to add a message of peace and tranquility to your space. I also offer hand painted ornaments to commemorate something special.
