DC No. 122: Everyday Objects (12/1/2013)

Emily Trespas 

2.5 inches high |  7.5 inches diameter 

Earthenware Clay

2013

For months I stepped back from this blog to focus on other things. When I recently re-visited blogs I follow and have not read in months, I was enamored by Kristen's invitation for the drawing challenge: Everyday Objects.

BOWL

Bowls serve many purposes; they contain, transport, and display. Today I went by the kiln house to find my fired pinch pots and slumped vessel projects from last month. Years passed since I worked in clay and this fall I felt compelled to wedge the wet earth into something both practical and beautiful. I needed to touch, form and decorate.

I slumped the bowl (pictured) over a plaster mold before carving its irregular sawtooth edge, and drawing into its surface with sgraffito.  Glazing was another experiment as I did not know what would happen during the firing over scratched passages and overlapping coats.

From soil, this bowl:

I missed reading A Sunny Spot and was thrilled to catch up on Kristen's—and other artists'—posts who participate weekly in the drawing challenge. Please visit A Sunny Spot and see how other artists transformed the mundane, ordinary and Everyday Object into art.

Keep Noggins Warm This Winter: Headbands & Neck Gaiters for Cold Weather

 
In addition to scarves, gator-bait gaiters and hats—I'm sewing ear warmers, headbands,  neck gaiters in soft and moisture-wicking materials. 

These are great for cool-weather running, skiing, snowshoeing, etc. When you need a little cooling off, pull it down around your neck. 

Stow in your pocket when spending time outdoors—sledding, skating, skipping, hiking and walking the dog...

For sale at Trail Pixie Studios.
Many prints will be added for the Holidays. 

RECENT NEWS:
Trail Pixie Studios handmade scarves are now available for purchase at The Museum Shop at the Addison Gallery of American Art in Andover, Massachusetts.

Trail Pixie Studios at The Museum Shop at the Addison Gallery of American Art

Trail Pixie Studios handmade scarves are now available for purchase at The Museum Shop at the Addison Gallery of American Art in Andover, Massachusetts.

This afternoon, I dropped off more scarves with animal silhouettes,  brightly colored minky cowls, and some assorted wintery combinations. Three different styles of scarves are available: infinity, the long and straight, and cowls.

Most of the first delivery of scarves, especially the animal silhouettes, sold in less than a week. So, if you like the animal inspired silhouette prints above, do make your way to the Museum Shop sooner than later.

The museum and the shop will be open Wednesday, November 27th. 
 

Photo of the Museum Shop with 

jewelry, books, bags and some scarves (not Trail Pixie Studios).

 

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The Addison Gallery of American Art is located on the campus of Phillips Academy at the corner of Route 28 [Main Street] and Chapel Avenue in Andover, Massachusetts.

HoursTuesday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Closed Mondays, national holidays, December 24, and the month of August.

Admission to all exhibitions and events is free. 

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