I would like to thank all responsible for this honor. It always amazes me when I'm chosen for something, big or small. I need to work on my self confidence.........least that's what my better half tells me........I'm so pleased to be among fellow artists that have enjoyed this recognition in the past and in the future as well.
CDHM
One of a kind handsculpted fairies, collectible art dolls, mermaids, pixies and frogs by Judy A. Raley.
My random postings, it makes perfect sense to me.
While the main purpose of this blog is to promote my artistic side....I find it impossible to ignore the other parts that are just as, or more important than my sculpting. So, from time to time, I like to share tidbits that make me.....me.
My youngest son Chris and youngest grandson Matthew
New Work in Progress
This is a commissioned piece and will be a dark skinned mermaid, exotic and sultry. Her eyes are a pale olive green with a gold tone around the pupil. At this stage, she isn't blushed or painted, just the color of the custom mixed clay. I hope to have more pictures to share as work progresses.
Happy 4th of July 2010
The 4th of July is my favorite holiday....no stress, just family and friends gathering to enjoy each others company and to appreciate what we take for granted most of the year.
A special red white and blue quilt hand made many years ago with family and friends names written on it. From toddler scrawls to foreign exchange students who joined us to celebrate...spread out on the grass of the local high school football field. Fireworks lighting up the warm summer evening, hot dogs, shaved ice, This has become a traditional 4th of July for us. Grandchildren making the occasion even more special as years go by. Seeing it all fresh...reflected in their eyes.
Work in Progress
Tapper was sculpted
last year as a commission
for a dear friend and
collector...Julz.
for a dear friend and
collector...Julz.
I have very few work in
progress pics, but this
was a fun one, so I thought
I would share her.
She's an exuberant little faerie, Julz
can barely keep her
on her base. :)
Mothers Day Gift
For Mothers Day, my youngest son created a short video for me. I was reluctant at first, after all, I'm the one behind the camera, not in front of it. I was very self-conscious, but he did a wonderful job. He spent a few hours just talking to me, asking me questions, and filming me surreptitiously...he's good at that! He has done several videos for local people including one for Nonini Winery, a small family owned winery near here. He's currently working on a promotional film for the Central California Autism Center. His son, my youngest grandson Matthew, receives therapy from CCAC.
Thank you Chris!
A Work in Progress
WORK IN PROGRESS
Finding my way...slowly...one step at a time. Blogging is new to me, so....please bear with me as I go. My intention is to introduce myself, my interests, my likes...maybe dislikes. Work in progress if I can find fresh batteries for the camera..always a problem.The past weeks have been a jumble of different things...losing two dear family members....realizing how short life is and how important it is to appreciate every moment of every day.
Estate sale treasure hunt....I love treasure hunting. Fancy old hats from the 30's,40's etc. Lacy gloves, tea cups and saucers. Gorgeous old pieces of the past. Latest find...an old dresser for my studio. It holds my treasures, vintage laces, special fabrics etc.
It isn't the bugs eating the berries or the reason the Lilies aren't blooming.....Pink discovered my berries...and a pot of Lilies. She loves to sit on anything that's elevated.Some of my favorite pieces and why....
Nocturne is one that I wish I had kept. The combination of the candles soft glow,the rich fabrics and the unusual brass lamp created a beautiful setting for this sweet little faerie. She lives with a lovely young woman
in England who calls me Nana.
Princess Charlotte was given gorgeous Peacock feathers for wings, dressed in jewel toned fabrics, she truly looked like a Princess.
Captured had such a sad little face. I felt a strange sense of guilt for being the one responsible for her anguish.
I called this one Jodi`O after my oldest grand daughter. When she was about four yrs old we were having a picnic in the back yard and being annoyed by a persistant fly... she asked me..."Why did God create flies anyway?" She was full of so many questions..much like this little fairy who asked me why are you pulling all the Dandy Lions? The gist of the piece was that Jodi`O the fairy came along behind me and re-planted the dandelions.
"In Love With The Man In The Moon'
This set had so much to look at. The sweet faced little Princess dressed in my favorite colors and fabrics, carressing the face of the elegantly bejeweled Man In The Moon, the object of her affection.
Flicker and Flame two of my all time favorites, they were such a fun pair to create.
Irenee, little fairy of illumination, so delicate looking.
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