The Art of the Cake

This is Shannara, a cake artist. She has a knack for making a cake come to life. It is fun to watch her go through the baking and decorating steps . Just to see her practice her "pieces" aka writings on the cake is enjoyable. It confirms my theory good art takes lots of practice, anyone have a birthday coming up?  She is a true ace of cakes. There is something gratifying about seeing an artist work with their hands.

Ode to Mom

This one goes out to My Mom. Although she is not on this earth she is still a big part of the lives of us girls, family, and people she cared about. Ode to mothers out there who keep caring about their children. Happy Mother's Day Marcy. Mothers count. Mothers rule.

Multi Colored Ballet Flats

Cynthia Vincent has proven to us that we can break out of the traditional black and pink ballet flats. I am not throwing out the baby with with bath water. I love a basic black flat to go to the dance concert. But..imagine these little delights paired with your favorite jeans and white jacket for a great spring look. Bloomingdale's and ShopBop both carry this brand.

For the Love of Frida

When I remember Frida I remember a women who had her own fashion style. Nickolas Muray captures her style in the portrait photography book I Will Never Forget You.  There are unbelievable stunning photos of Ms Kahlo wearing red shawls and puca shell necklaces and pearls seed dangle earrings. She was able to be photographed differently in every shot. The photo plate of Frida and Diego, her husband in Tizapan, 1937 brought a tear to my eye. I was lucky enough to purchase a Frida art necklace made by a local artist Sarah Winkler. Wear Frieda. Be proud.

Who is Carl Block?

This is the artwork of  Carl Block. He is a personal friend of mine from the Denton, Texas college days. When I met Carl he was a fantastic potter. He continues to make outstanding art. These are his face jugs. My husband and I collect his face jugs. They add great energy into our home. This is not art for the timid.  Carl's face jugs can be found at the Webb Gallery  The Webb Gallery is in Waxahachie, Texas and focuses on "self-taught art and just plain kick ass stuff ".

Going Natural

This is part two of the gray is gorgeous blog entry. This is Regina and she has been letting her hair go a la natural for sometime. She and her daughter and her granddaughter all have stunning hair that has beautiful texture, shine and health. Regina is going natural on her sides but with her hair style it blends in and is a nice contrast to her pretty brown eyes. Aveda makes blue malva shampoo and conditioner that adds silvery brightness to gray hair. It has conflower known for its ability to intensify color. I really do not think that the blonds are having all the fun.

Marc Muench

Aly joined the photo group today for the fantastic Marc Muench Explorations in North America Photography Exhibit at The Wildling Art Museum in Los Olivos, Ca. Marc's photographs are fantastic. My first trip was with my friend Lorie and I will continue to go until the closing on May 8. It is a visual treat to experience Marc's photography. His expanded view of North America is breathtaking. Each time I attend his exhibit I am taken with his photography. Thank you Marc Muench for reminding me to go back to Arches National Parks.