It took me a long time to start putting my own art up around the house. There’s a lot I just sort of pile somewhere, thinking I’ll figure out where to put it later. I have, however, been making a few things I want on my walls, so now there is some of my own art around the house.

I made a triptych in a Sally Jean Alexander class that I’m pleased with and put it on my mantelpiece. There are collages on both the front and the back (I used family pictures) and I like having it out in the family room.

In my front hall, there is a piece of wall where the stairs change direction. I painted this wall to set off some of my art. I have a polymer and canvas piece with angels, dedicated to me and my three childhood chums. I have a collage with a raven I made after a class with Jonathon Talbot. I have two Photoshopped pictures, each with one of my daughters as an angel. I also have three figures I made in a Karyn Gartel class. It’s sort of a mini gallery.

I finished and framed two of the pieces I made at the Serenbe art retreat with Catherine Moore (great timing, Michael’s is having a shadowbox sale this week-end). I took the three silhouette dresses pieces and put face tags on them: one of each daughter and one of me. Each of us has a rhinestone crown. I have written a small phrase for each. Annie’s says, “Katherine Deanna twirled and danced, looking like a flower dancing in the roiling wind.” Becky’s says, “Mary Rebecca drifted through her many activities while still keeping her jewels sparkling and her crown polished.” Mine says, ”Being the mother of two princesses, Joanne wondered why she was not a queen. The problem was solved when the girls graciously gave her a spare tiara.” The giant shadow box with the three of us is hanging in the hallway, across from the stairway gallery.

I framed the FAMILY tags, using a pre-cut mat and a store bought frame. I used a piece of wrapping paper covered with writing as my background.

I suspect it is a point of arrival to put out my own art. It’s fun to walk by them and see them out of the corner of my eye. I like them for the way they look, but I also like them for the memories they evoke of classes, fellow artists and good times.

Comments

[connie]

how did I miss this post? I love love love your art, especially the silhouettes with the head tags. I only have a valentine I made my DH up in my house...some day.....
connie

[Angela Hoffmann]

Joanne I was just looking at your postings(yes I am way behind on staying caught up on them) WOW!! your art around your home is simply delightful! My favorite are the dresses with you and your daughters..so beautiful and whimsical! I was just looking around my house thinking that some of it needed to be updated....and yours is so inspiring that I think i might just have to work on a few things....I love that yourpieces have the memories of the classes you took! that makes them even more special!

and your vintage photos are beautiful! I really love the subtle color enhancements you did on the first one...it isn't overpowering and adds real depth to the photo while retaining the vintage feel!

[martha]

I LOVE all of this art -- you've been so busy! I really like the framed tag series. I can't believe how incredibly productive (and multi -talented) you are!

[shirleymcc]

Hi Joanne!
All of these pieces look wonderful! I need to work on getting mine completed and framed. The cat is a nice element :-)
shirley

[joyce]

I loved how you framed, AND HUNG, everything! your art looks beautiful, and I think it's cool you finally decided it's time to display it around your house!

[Vicki]

Joanne, I'm sure your home is beautiful and your artwork is like the cherry on top of the cake! I love love love the three winged figures.

[Santa]

Joanne, I just love your psotings aobut your art in your home. My DH is always saying how there is nothing in the house ofwhat I create, so recently I also have been trying to at least put out the altered books and such on the tables. Your home inspires me to do even more. Thank you. Santa

[Karen Campbell]

What a terrific cllection of art, Joanne! I'll get mine hung some day LOL

[Linda]

well as always your work is simply amazingly stunning!!! wow what awesome glass pieces they are fabulous!! and love the frames that you used for the dresses and the tags are so wonderful!! and so nice to have it displayed in your home!!! I have my stuff in my room!!! but enjoy it all the same!!! thanks so much for sharing!! Hugs Linda

[Robin Orewiler]

What a great post! You have some really cool pieces hanging. I LOVE the phrases and look of the silhouettes. Fab!

[Aileen]

Joanne your art on your walls is just beautiful! I can't imagine now wanting to stop a moment to look and enjoy and smile knowing you created not only the artwork but the words that go with them, how very cool! What a pleasure it is that you shared this on your blog with the rest of us, thank you :-)

[jackie]

How wonderful that you have reached this point of arrival and that you are proudly displaying and enjoying your lovely art! I love each piece but especially the dress tags - they are wonderful!
hugs,
jackie

[Karen Owen]

Your home looks beautiful, and it's beauty is enhanced by your art. Keep hanging it, baby!

Karen

[Andi]

well Joanne, as usual, your written words are just the perfect finish to your lovely art pieces! I love everything and love the fact that you can now put your art out on display for everyone to see and admire!!A huge step!!
hugs, Andi

[Kim Logan]

They are all lovely Joanne, and a asset to your home.

[kathymcelroy]

It all looks so wonderful. You did a great job displaying your lovely art.

[Christy]

Joanne, these are all wonderful. I love the framed tags, the piece you made in Sally Jean's class, the dresses, your angels, all of it! Thanks for posting so we can all enjoy it!