flores del mar - flowers from the sea

with this semester's lighter course-load (+ 3 snow days)

i'm able to devote time to exploring more in the studio.

i'm trying to give my unconsciousness voice

approaching the materials without a plan

responding instinctively to the metal, glass, and tools

an echo returned from my childhood

despite being a Midwestern girl now

my roots are connected to coastal life

New England and Florida are great pieces of my childhood

combing sand and surf,

when tides crept back to sea,

i'd investigate their forgotten pools

what wonder existed !

curious creatures, shapes, colors, and textures.

these joyful excursions have matured into my present work

they have been marinating for a few years

i let go

allowing the spontaneous

and less conscious parts of myself work

flores del mar - flowers from the sea

(thank you, Mari! she gave this piece a most fitting name)

i feel reminded of magic

kindled in spirit

overjoyed that my unconscious brought to existence such a pleasant piece

made by me... of copper, enamel, and oxidized silver

what childhood memories would find your work?

xx,

Lynsey

pretty things before the weekend

catch a glimpse of these

my mother has grown the most beautiful hydrangea blossoms

and we're praying they are here next June

Patrick and I have set our wedding date for June 25, 2011 !

and wouldn't it be nice if these could make an appearance?

i love everything about these...

their petals, shape, and color

after some bargain hunting

my collection of tiny glass vases is well underway

ah, the kitchen is full of cuteness at the moment.

i'm tickled...

pink

ah, yes, we Phelps love a good pun

hope everyone has a blessed weekend!

i'm off to a little getaway with some pals

cheers,

Lyns