Photo print, Attempt #2 & #3

I'm currently working on photo prints and for some odd reason, a weird water blotch keep reappearing on my print. The first one is very dark and cold, while the second one has an eery feeling to it. Hopefully, the 4th plate will be successful. 

This print is from a photo of a drawing of my grandparents in their mid 20's. The drawing was created by a local artist from their hometown, who had an amazing talent to draw portraits from memory.

Collograph, attempt 1

Laura Stickney, My Awesome Printmaking Teacher

     

My AWESOME printmaking teacher, Laura Stickney, presents her illustrated epic poem about the inter-continental flight of aviator, Amelia Earhart, as well as etchings depicting early American quilts paired with historical women’s faces (see above) at the In Tandem exhibition, now until March 9, 2012 at the El Camino Art Gallery, located in Torrance, CA. 

In tandem with her partner, Vilma Mendillo, they combine efforts to produce elegant accordion-folded books by Stickney presented in beautifully crafted boxes designed and built by Mendillo.  

Movie Club: It Happened One Night

My friends and I decided to start a movie club so we can all get together every few weeks to watch a movie (preferably something none of us have seen), make some food, and enjoy one another's company. Because we're suckers for romantic comedies, we decided on It Happened One Night. It's an extremely beautiful film that captures the cultural and historical significance of the 1930s. I highly recommend it!

National Cherry Blossom Festival

Regardless of the lingering winter breeze, the blossoms never fail to bloom every year for two weeks. The blossoms are absolutely breathtaking, particularly with its branches stretching toward the tidal basin. I've made my way to Washington DC twice- despite the crowds and a treacherous bus ride- just to see the blossoms and my good friend, Jon, of course. 

Source: http://www.nationalcherryblossomfestival.org/

The Divine Sister

Upon watching The Divine Sister, I anticipated this to be a story of a transvestite who became a nun. I did get one thing right- the nun was a man, but he was definitely not a transvestite. Overall, very "kitschy" but entertaining. Definitely check it out during the 20at20 deal (http://www.20at20.com/).

Resource: http://www.divinesisteronstage.com/

What Happens When The Lights Go Out at PLAY DEAD?

I had to take advantage of 20at20 week, in which participating Off-Broadway shows were only $20! Not your typical play but Robbins, the guide for the evening, draws you into a dark, haunted experience of surprises, screaming, and laughter. Through storytelling and stage illusions, you test your nerves and face your fears of the returning dead.

Source: http://www.playdeadnyc.com/