tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-72112262024-03-07T03:18:22.852-05:00Kelly Darke - Fine Art<br>
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fibers - textile - positive energy...Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10137109046049857323noreply@blogger.comBlogger940125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7211226.post-67901724832763967182014-06-25T14:28:00.005-04:002014-06-25T15:14:49.648-04:00Daily Visual Journal - Gratitude: catching up on the past few weeks...I have been keeping up with my Daily Visual Journal - Gratitude, just not posting them everyday. It can be difficult to create a habit... <br />
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<tr><td>June 3, 2014 - I am grateful to have art everywhere in my life
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<tr><td>June 4, 2014 - I am grateful for my memory - even though it's not always great... I am often reminded how lucky I am to have the cognitive functioning that I do
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<tr><td>June 5, 2014 - I am grateful for those moments - hours - when I am in a state of flow working on my art
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<tr><td>June 6, 2014 - I am grateful for simplicity - the ordinary things in life
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<tr><td>June 7, 2014 - I am grateful for the rain - the sound, the smell, the felling of it... thunder and lightening - it's all very comforting
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<tr><td>June 8, 2014 - I am grateful for the ability to easily get information for what I need. Grateful that people share their knowledge -grateful for the access
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<tr><td>June 9, 2014 - I love to read authentic stories - I am grateful for the truth in art - grateful that there are some people who are willing to share their truth - it inspires me to be more authentic - less afraid
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<tr><td>June 10, 2014 - I am grateful for the inspiration that surrounds me - people - art - family
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<tr><td>June 11, 2014 - I am grateful for each new day and the opportunity it gives me to renew my commitments in dreams (goals)
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<tr><td>June 12, 2014 - I am grateful for the ordinary, everyday things in my life - the small moments that make everything worth it
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<tr><td>June 13, 2014 - Friday the 13th opening of Raveled at <a href="http://www.livecoalgallery.com/" target="_blank">Live Coal Gallery</a>! I am grateful for the opportunity to show my work and such a supportive gallery.
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<tr><td>June 14, 2014 - I am grateful that I learn from experience even if I'm learning what doesn't work
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<tr><td>June 15, 2014 - Happy Fathers Day:) I am grateful for the home I share with my family
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<tr><td>June 16, 2014 - I am grateful for new beginnings - a chance to start something meaningful
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<tr><td>June 17, 2014 - I am grateful for ideas - even though I feel overwhelmed sometimes with choices of which ideas and projects to pursue...
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<tr><td>June 18, 2014 - I am grateful for all music
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<tr><td>June 19, 2014 - I am grateful that people remember me after many years and still appreciate the work I've done
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<tr><td>June 20, 2014 - I am endlessly grateful for the support I get from my husband
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<tr><td>June 21, 2014 - I am grateful for meditation - I discovered an app called <a href="https://insighttimer.com/" target="_blank">Insight Timer</a> - it's perfect - guided meditation with a timer or just the timer - it makes developing this habit accessible
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<tr><td>June 22, 2014 - I am grateful for such a peaceful relaxing day at home
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10137109046049857323noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7211226.post-63872841253252028872014-06-02T15:27:00.000-04:002014-06-02T15:32:12.923-04:00Sunday Street Market at Eastern Market DetroitJune 1st was the launch of the Sunday Street Market at Detroits historic Eastern Market.<br /><br />
Featuring: "local items such as home goods, art, jewelry, clothing, Michigan-made products, antiques, and furniture..."<br /><br />
My daughter helped me set up the tables and display the art. We had a great time meeting new people and seeing friends that happened to be shopping the new market. Being an artist, I love to make gifts or buy handmade gifts for my friends and family and this new Sunday Street Market is such a great place to find something unique.<br /><br />
The Sunday Street Market runs 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. every Sunday starting June 1st and running through September 28th<br /> <br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10137109046049857323noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7211226.post-32309740872516523602014-06-02T15:04:00.003-04:002014-06-02T15:04:42.053-04:00Daily Visual Journal : Daily Gratitude - joy, stories, connectionsSaturday was a wonderful day all around and I am so grateful to share in the joy my kids experience - they are so happy.<br />
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On Sunday I met a lot of people at Eastern Markets new Sunday Street Market - lots if local vendors selling (mostly) handmade products. I am grateful that people are willing to share their stories with me and that they are interested in hearing mine. </div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10137109046049857323noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7211226.post-47074616731642166252014-06-02T15:02:00.001-04:002014-06-07T12:10:43.041-04:00Raveled opening Friday the 13th!<h1 class="h1" style="margin: 0px 0px 10px !important;"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Raveled</span></h1><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><strong>Featuring fiber art by Sarah Mark & Kelly Darke</strong><br> </span><h4 class="h4" style="font-weight: bold; margin: 0px 0px 10px !important;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Opening Friday the 13th!</span></h4><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">June 13th, 2014 6pm - 9pm at <a href="http://www.livecoalgallery.com/" target="_blank"><strong>Live Coal Gallery </strong></a><br><strong><em>There will be an awesome live DJ!! </em></strong><br>5029 Trumbull Street, Detroit, MI 48208<br>for more information call Live Coal <a href="tel:(313)%20402-5274" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="telephone" x-apple-data-detectors-result="1">(313) 402-5274</a></span><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVdYqWD1466wgEqk6p6raN14J3Y2pPb7qJTwWNp0lt7JSn-mU2f_t9sYvXfym2CEYMkw7EIPp69RtlX5sPhVTjDnW_CZI8-82u6VUUqha2glYG-BIg5Yi5PJIB4qb3KrjAD-H4EQ/s640/blogger-image-477614472.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVdYqWD1466wgEqk6p6raN14J3Y2pPb7qJTwWNp0lt7JSn-mU2f_t9sYvXfym2CEYMkw7EIPp69RtlX5sPhVTjDnW_CZI8-82u6VUUqha2glYG-BIg5Yi5PJIB4qb3KrjAD-H4EQ/s640/blogger-image-477614472.jpg"></a></div><br><br>I will be showing new work along side Sarah Mark and during the opening we will have a live DJ! Vince played at the Live Coal inaugural show last year and at the Beauty Debate show at Art Effect gallery a couple years ago, so you may have heard him - he is great, trust me. We hope you can make it.<br><br>I am also participating in the new <a href="http://www.detroiteasternmarket.com/page.php?p=1&s=184" target="_blank">Sunday Street Market at Eastern Market Detroit</a>. I will have a table set up on Sunday June 8th from 10am - 4pm with small fiber art and jewelry. There are a lot of great local artists and businesses, come down and check it out!</span><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10137109046049857323noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7211226.post-48511973392408719212014-05-30T09:32:00.001-04:002014-05-30T09:32:13.824-04:00Daily Visual Journal : Daily Gratitude - slowing downI am grateful that I can take time to slow down - to calm my mind and relax. I've been feeling very rushed lately and need to focus - I just need to remind myself to slow down....<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10137109046049857323noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7211226.post-58559800964140833422014-05-29T09:30:00.000-04:002014-05-30T09:30:49.713-04:00Daily Visual Journal : Daily Gratitude - listsI am grateful for lists! seriously - when i feel overwhelmed with everything I need to do I can write out the list of everything and it seems much more do-able (is that a word?).<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10137109046049857323noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7211226.post-49141594371155476282014-05-27T20:18:00.001-04:002014-05-27T20:18:13.955-04:00Daily Visual Journal : Daily Gratitude - freedomI am grateful for freedom - to choose - to live - to speak - to dream...<div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigBTRFkkXQhZ5IzkYXKvtGt2ZNrLXbGv1haQYriBM6R1mrrdsmY3mcWt8OA4Doucoi-QorZ_v-5PMmp2Xj3T4XIXus1NgQCfUa9azrWFb3wZ-a9x9KJaFK04HFSb07qzAxthMANA/s640/blogger-image--1889134493.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigBTRFkkXQhZ5IzkYXKvtGt2ZNrLXbGv1haQYriBM6R1mrrdsmY3mcWt8OA4Doucoi-QorZ_v-5PMmp2Xj3T4XIXus1NgQCfUa9azrWFb3wZ-a9x9KJaFK04HFSb07qzAxthMANA/s640/blogger-image--1889134493.jpg"></a></div><br></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10137109046049857323noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7211226.post-26728994893608110602014-05-26T08:59:00.002-04:002014-05-26T08:59:39.079-04:00Daily Visual Journal : Daily Gratitude - SilenceI am grateful for silence and being alone (at time). This morning at 6am I went for a run around our neighborhood and everything was silent except for the birds and cars in the distance. It was beautiful - calming and healing.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10137109046049857323noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7211226.post-9695569093025208032014-05-25T07:13:00.001-04:002014-05-25T07:13:27.312-04:00Daily Visual Journal : Daily Gratitude - spaceI am grateful that I have space to grow a garden, space to work on my art, space to be alone...<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10137109046049857323noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7211226.post-32136627648556188802014-05-24T13:36:00.000-04:002014-05-24T13:37:11.195-04:00Daily Visual Journal : Daily Gratitude - early morningI am grateful for early mornings, especially in the spring with the smell of fresh air and the sound of birds chirping... and the occasional deer in the park.<br />
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Thankfully, we are on the bottom level and there is a nice door wall out to the patio and yard and our view is of a large city park with tons of trees. There is a spot under the kitchen window where the grass never grew well so I decided to claim it for our garden years ago. I lined the edge of it with rocks that my husband has collected over the years from all the places he has gone rock climbing, and this year he and our daughter made a three level shelf thing out of tree branches and old closet shelves.<br />
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My daughter helped me pick out some flowers and plant them in our containers - the garden area gets sun all day long and with the containers I can move them to the porch for shade if they look like they need it. I also planted a bunch of seeds that we had either bought or saved from last years flowers. I love to stand in the garden and examine each flower and plant to make sure it's growing well - it's very relaxing and rewarding.<br />
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At the end of last summer I let the garden die out and this is what it looked like after the winter snow melted. Some of the clay pots were too damaged to reuse, but all the new plastic pots I had bought were in great condition. <br />
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Next, my daughter went with me to the nursery to pick out some flowers and plants and clean out al the pots...</div>
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I knew I wanted my hanging basket to have lobelia, vinca vine, and pink geranium - three of my favorites.<br />
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Last year it rained so much in spring that when I was finally able to plant things I was so excited that I forgot to label the pots. So, I had a lot of pots with mystery seeds and some plants that I bought at Easter Market in Detroit but I replanted them and forgot to transfer the tag. This year we decided to make some garden tags with craft sticks and seal them with Mod Podge. We did this a few years ago and it worked well. We all worked on the tags and used lots of colors trying to make them really cool. <br />
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After finishing the writing for one, I coated in in Mod Podge and it smeared the colors all over. We decided to try coating the finished tags with a clear acrylic spray instead. <br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10137109046049857323noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7211226.post-37303718227658763312014-05-23T09:53:00.003-04:002014-05-23T09:53:58.908-04:00Daily Visual Journal : Daily Gratitude - changeI am grateful for change but it also makes me very nervous. It scares me to take risks, although I guess that's why safe is not scarey... change = growth <br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10137109046049857323noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7211226.post-4124448505557211372014-05-22T10:08:00.000-04:002014-05-22T10:08:03.667-04:00Daily Visual Journal : Daily Gratitude - Work RedefinedI am grateful for the ability and opportunity to define work in my way and the way that best fits me and my family - it's scarey but exciting! It seems to be getting more difficult for anyone - or maybe just creatives - to find a career path that is straight forward and obvious. I'm not going to find a job where I can do all the things I want to do on my schedule and stay there until I retire. It's more like I am creating my career as I go and finding opportunities to be able to do what I want to do and be successful that way. By putting myself out there and sharing my work, more opportunities show up. I am getting invitations from artist friends to be a part of their art projects, as well as clients asking for more time with me for art therapy and art lessons. It all seems to be working out :)<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10137109046049857323noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7211226.post-56678096796588724292014-05-21T06:38:00.000-04:002014-05-22T09:15:30.008-04:00Daily Visual Journal : Daily Gratitude - the school bus stopI am so grateful for the few minutes I get to spend with my daughter at the bus stop on school mornings. It's not a lot of time but we always enjoy it - singing, playing tag, doing a rain dance (she made something up and we couldn't stop laughing) - we talk and hug goodbye and it really has been some of the best moments.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10137109046049857323noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7211226.post-55912244553620707342014-05-20T06:37:00.000-04:002014-05-22T09:14:57.083-04:00Daily Visual Journal : Daily Gratitude - rainI love rain! I woke up this morning and the sky was gray and the air felt wet. Thunderstorms are amazing!<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10137109046049857323noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7211226.post-34799483369259066722014-05-19T17:12:00.003-04:002014-05-19T17:13:32.993-04:00Daily Visual Journal : Daily Gratitude for my mom, sunshine, and supportI wasn't sure if I wanted to continue sharing my gratitude journal - not sure why, just thought posting it everyday was too much or a waste of time - who really needs to see these anyway. I think I often talk myself out of setting new (good) habits. I start something with the intention of bettering myself, but then quickly decide that it's not working or it's a bad idea or I forget about the new habit all together (like my idea for training for a half marathon).<br />
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Today I was reminded that this is a good habit, something worthwhile to share, and that others are finding inspiration from what I'm sharing - thanks <a href="http://aspace2create.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Jolie</a>!<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10137109046049857323noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7211226.post-26739526107543489102014-05-15T08:21:00.001-04:002014-05-22T09:49:30.898-04:00Daily Visual Journal : Daily Gratitude - friendsGrateful for friends and kindness in general. I'm always reminding myself and my kids to be kind because you never know where someone is coming from - you don't know what's going on in their life. I am grateful that the friends I have are not petty or judgmental - they are kind and understanding. <br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10137109046049857323noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7211226.post-26889525047760510512014-05-14T06:37:00.004-04:002014-05-16T10:02:35.374-04:00Daily Visual Journal : Daily Gratitude - dreams<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuFHDdtb4hC3pJydBSTJwKyPDG3cgxXxc6LUwBMaWYD0HKbiorQvgiCR2vV2-mF3sK15WrfLai-PHXK3a3gqkYhBY4oLsqZvyXcrFXjv3ph_aCU7ouhtqzN_ZHIEncO5PFcSS3eQ/s640/blogger-image-3149711.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuFHDdtb4hC3pJydBSTJwKyPDG3cgxXxc6LUwBMaWYD0HKbiorQvgiCR2vV2-mF3sK15WrfLai-PHXK3a3gqkYhBY4oLsqZvyXcrFXjv3ph_aCU7ouhtqzN_ZHIEncO5PFcSS3eQ/s640/blogger-image-3149711.jpg"></a></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10137109046049857323noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7211226.post-57504319106196271752014-05-14T06:37:00.000-04:002014-05-14T06:37:25.263-04:00Daily Visual Journal : Daily Gratitude - GrowthI am grateful for the opportunity to grow in my art and career - but also grateful for the literal growth of nature - the healing power of nature<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10137109046049857323noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7211226.post-40907864064115896802014-05-13T18:28:00.001-04:002014-05-13T18:37:06.955-04:00Daily Visual Journal : Daily GratitudeI have been working on a simple new Daily Visual Journal : Daily Gratitude. My original Daily Visual Journal has not been daily lately - I have been creating art everyday, but not in the style of my DVJ (I will soon, I swear). However, I had this little box that I wanted to use for something and then I had the idea of making small visual reminders of gratitude that would fit inside.<br />
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I started by creating lots of small cards that would fit inside, about 2 x 3 inches. I used watercolor paper that was painted on but not used for anything, so it had cool colors and patterns that would make a nice background. I also used some old manila file folders that I painted with gesso and some old poster board - I will need more cards eventually, but I think I started with about 40, which is enough to get me started.<br />
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After a few days of creating the cards at different times, trying to work it into my schedule, I decided that I wanted to use these as a type of morning meditation. So, I am choosing a word for the day - writing it on the card (adding more details or decoration as I want) - sitting quietly, breathing, and focusing on the word and what it means to me. I am also writing the date on the back with a short sentence about the reason for choosing the word.<br />
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This process is helping me to slow down and focus at the start of my day. I'm going to start sharing them here, feel free to join me in the process, I would love to see the gratitude you share.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10137109046049857323noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7211226.post-69782045557125196082014-05-12T07:49:00.000-04:002014-05-12T09:38:44.055-04:00Process to product - Thread Lace Composition #1I have been working on new fiber pieces for my upcoming two-person fiber show in June at Live Coal Gallery. This series emerged out of a desire to translate my work into something more three dimensional. I can't remember exactly how I came up with the idea - I'm sure I was inspired by something I saw or another artists work, but nothing specific. Just like the idea that in art nothing is new - all art has influences whether you realize it or not - no one lives or creates in a vacuum. Also, no one can create anything exactly the way you do - no one else can have your personality - no one else can have your exact life experiences - all of which are embedded in the art you create.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My son took this picture of me next to my piece at the opening of <a href="http://detroitartistsmarket.org/" target="_blank">Detroit Artists Market</a> All media show :)</td></tr>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10137109046049857323noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7211226.post-41104201698945283022014-05-09T14:39:00.001-04:002014-05-09T14:41:34.110-04:00Art Quotes<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"If I Could Say it in Words There Would be no Reason to Paint" - Edward Hopper</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"An Artist is not paid for his labor but for his vision" - James Whistler</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"To be an artist is to believe in life" - Henry Moore</td></tr>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10137109046049857323noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7211226.post-7280067748728770682014-04-15T16:41:00.003-04:002014-04-15T16:46:02.561-04:00Biannual All Media Exhibition opens this Friday!<div style="text-align: center;">
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"Art therapy is the therapeutic use of art making, within a professional relationship, by people who experience illness, trauma, or challenges in living, and by people who seek personal development. Through creating art and reflecting on the art products and processes, people can increase awareness of self and others cope with symptoms, stress, and traumatic experiences; enhance cognitive abilities; and enjoy the life-affirming pleasures of making art." ~ <a href="http://www.americanarttherapyassociation.org/" target="_blank">American Art Therapy Association </a></blockquote>
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Art therapy and Art education are great ways to reach children to improve their cognitive, perceptual,
social and emotional development and to improve their creative problem-solving skills, provide creative self-expression, and decrease stress levels (which leads to improvement in other areas).<br />
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I am developing an art therapy and art education program for children and adolescents and I need some help to build this program. I currently travel to clients homes for art therapy and art education services, but I would be able to serve more families if I had an office / studio space. I would be able to include group services, workshops, and art classes for toddlers, elementary age kids, and adolescents. Given the chance, I would also love to provide family art classes, art therapy sessions, and workshops. Individual services are paid for by the clients, but I could use a boost to get a studio space up and running. The funds raised for the art therapy program will help purchase art supplies, cover office / studio costs, and add to a financial assistance scholarship program for art therapy services. The possibilities are very exciting - I am saving a percentage of my income to help build this program, but I need more help from you to make it happen. <br />
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Here are 3 ways that you can help support my art therapy for children and adolescents program (and receive your own benefits at the same time):<br />
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<b>Art Collectors</b>: purchase art for yourself or as a gift and 5% of profit helps support art therapy services for a child or adolescent in need. For purchases totally USD 1000.00 or more the percentage donated to the art therapy program doubles to 10% and I will pay your shipping costs. <i>You receive</i> one of a kind art and the great feeling knowing you are making a difference for kids through art. This offer includes commissioned work, <a href="http://kellydarke.com/gallery/index.php?page=18" target="_blank">follow this link for details on ordering a custom piece of fiber art</a>. Follow this link to purchase from my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/kellydarke" target="_blank">Etsy shop</a> (my new website shop is currently being programmed and should be ready around the end of April 2014).<br />
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<b>Artists and Art Therapists</b>: become a member of my online art workshop center and 5% of your annual membership fee will benefit the art therapy program. Also, purchase any "goodie bags" or kits and 5% is given to the program. <a href="http://kellydarke.com/gallery/index.php?page=16" target="_blank">Follow this link for more information and to join the workshops.</a> <i>You receive</i> all the workshops (.pdf files, videos, and private forum), the community, the inspiration and support, and the the great feeling knowing you're helping kids and families through art.<br />
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<b>Everyone</b>: donate to the Art Therapy program and 100% of your donation supports the art therapy for children and adolescents program. <i>You receive</i> the great feeling knowing you are helping kids through art.<br />
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