Octagon Art Center show

I went to the Octagon Center for the Arts last week for the opening reception of their annual show. One of my pieces is being exhibited. Here's a photo of its placement in one of their galleries. There were around 200-300 people at the reception. Quite an impressive turnout.

Free Rice

Thanks to a recent slide show that I watched at the retirement home where I volunteer, I learned of this site:

www.FreeRice

Besides donating rice to developing countries, you will increase your knowledge, math and language skills. And have fun doing it!

Upcoming Show

One of my art pieces was recently accepted into the 41st Annual National Clay, Fiber, Paper, Glass, Metal, Wood National Exhibition to be held at The Octagon Center for the Arts in Ames, Iowa. The show was juried by Gib Neal from Hastings, Nebraska. Mr. Neal served as the chairman of the Hastings College Art Department for 17 years, is a professional artwork conservator and an artist.
The show runs January 30-April 5, 2009.

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The band

George got together with "the band" and jammed on Saturday night. They sounded really good. I forgot to take my camera so here's a pic from an earlier jam session in the machine shed.

Crossroads Conference Art Exhibit

Attended the Crossroads Conference extravaganza on Thursday night. A young, hip event. Luckily my friend, Susan went with me so I didn't feel too out of place. My artwork was hanging in a good spot. Very visible at the top of the stairs right outside People's concert venue. Everyone made me feel at home. Even got a V.I.P. gift bag!!

San Antonio perspective

Just got back from San Antonio. A wonderful time. Attended a workshop on creativity. I was really impressed with the Riverwalk. Nothing like I imagined it. I thought it would be similar to walking on a path next to a river. Instead it is somewhat like a small canal that runs basically beneath the city streets. Aged patina walls and tropical plants line the walk. I especially was enamored with the Alamo also. I enjoyed hearing about its history. Here are some of the sights of the city.