Welcome to My Very First Blog Entry
Didn't think I would ever do this. But Here it is.
I know: "Shameless Self Promotion"
Is this what being an artist is all about????
I hope that my work will speak for itself. But just in case .... I've been told that it is necessary to do some marketing. So here is my first attempt. It is an invitation to visit the Lee Art Center Mini Gallery. (Details below. )
Pandora's Boxes and Urns Exhibition Jan. 8-Jan. 28, 2010.
I'm trying to get the word out about my solo show: Pandora's Boxes and Jars at the Lee Arts Center. This is my second solo show at that location. The location is 5722 Lee Highway, Arlington, VA 22207. Call Arlington County, Virginia Cultural Affairs Division 703-228-0560 for available times.
Usually, the LAC is open from 9:30 am till 6:00 pm.
My previous show was several years ago. It was titled: "Ceramic Art From From Local Clay Deposits, "Can You Burn A Mud PIE" That exhibition was a collection of small hand built ceramics made using locally dug clays. I was very, very lucky to get an individual artists grant from Arlington County.
Now I'm struggleing with the marketing end of being an artist. My initial goal was to try to enter the Cremation Urn market. I also am trying to make a statement. These containers can be utilized as cookie jars, as well as cremation urns for family or pets. Love to hear your comments.
This current exhibiton consists of 22 jars/urns and one vignette.
The Vignette is titled : "Tea With Dear Old Dad".
Yes, my fathers' ashes are in one of the Jelly Jars.
Yes I did make the Blue Berry Jam.
If you knew my dad; Lauri W. Koski, he would highly approve of this use of his remains.
He would have laughed his " Ash " off. I know terrible pun but appropriate for him.
The opening reception was Jan 8, 2010. Had some great food and wonderful music. The Band was courtesy of my wonderful friends from the FOB group . (Friends of Old Time Banjo )
Unfortunately, the BCS bowl was on TV and Snow was in the forecast. So ...Turnout was less than expected.
I would love to find another venue for this exhibition after Jan 28, 2010!!!!
Not sure what to do for my next project. Most of these urns/jars were made using a very large extruder. I love working with the extruder as it saves stress on my old joints and wrists.
I'm waiting for the photographer to return the photos of the 23 pieces of art work from this show. I'll try to upload some of the photos when they are ready. Hope to get some comments for you all out there.
On another note: I just rejoined the Arlington Artists Alliance after several years gap. I believe artists should support their fellow artists. Great to see so many new faces. The growth of this organization has been super. I'm looking forward to doing a "coil pot" demo at the Ft. Smith week long art event in a few months.
In the mean time I'll be playing Irish Music (Concertina & Whistle)at the 4 P's Restaurant in Fall Church, Monday nite 8:30 pm till??? See ya then.
