In our Creating Space community this week we are going to be talking and writing and sketching about transitions and loss and that in-between space of leaving (a job, a relationship, a grief, a home, health) and arriving at our next destination. As I prepare for this conversation I was inspired to write this new blog post I am not lost. If you are in transition or know someone who is in transition you will want to check it out. And of course, if this conversation topic inspires you, we'd love to have you join the Creating Space community.
I just got back from a motorcycle trip to the Magdalene Islands (see the photo below). I arrived home with so many ideas for new designs. I keep reminding myself not to rush each project, the designs will be there when I get to them. There's something about sitting on the back of a motorcycle, with not much to do except look at scenery and daydream. It is very conducive to creative ideas for me.
YouTube! Have you checked out my YouTube channel yet? Over the past few months I've been adding to a series of short videos called The Stories Behind. In these videos I profile a piece of my artwork, and describe the inspiration and some of the design elements behind it. This fall I'll be continuing with The Stories Behind and adding a very special
webcast series that you won't want to miss. So please subscribe to my channel @merylcookartist and enjoy!
Check out my latest Artworks in progress below. I hope you like them!
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Martinique Beach, Magdalene Islands. The beach is where I go to feel restored. Do you have a favourite setting that fills your soul? Hit reply to this email and let me know.
Stay well and keep looking for those moments of joy. Thanks for reading and connecting. It means the world to me.
Warmly,
Meryl Cook Engagement by Design artist,author, speaker and facilitator. "Colour, texture, joy and self compassion" are the core principles of my business and life. I inspire individuals and groups to connect with their joy and sense of purpose.
Booking now for fall & winter 2023/2024 Spots available for speaking, workshop and team building facilitation and custom designs for your conference or organization (in person or virtual).
July 12, 2023 - December 2024 Stories are Made Loop by Loop,
a travelling exhibit, curated by Susan Feller. Artists in this exhibit are Domenica Zara Queen, West Virginia, Cheryl Bollenbach, Tennessee, Terri Todd, Virginia, Karen Miller, Ontario, Canada, Meryl Cook, Nova Scotia, Canada, Mary Tayliegh Lopez, British Columbia, Canada and Elizabeth Miller, Maine. This exhibit will be
at the following locations: July 12 - October 7, 2023 - Virginia Quilt Museum March to June 2024 - Juliet Art Museum at Clay Center for the Arts &
Sciences July 5 - September 11, 2024 - The Dairy Barn Art Center September - December, 2024 - Schwenkfelder Library & Heritage Center
August 22, 11am to 5pm, 29, 11am to 2pm & August 24, 2 to 5pm ART1274
Hollis Gallery I'll be doing my Artist on Duty shifts during these times. Feel free to drop by to say hello if you are in the area.
February 8-18, 2024 Save the date! In the Studio Online will be offering another of its popular series, online Workshop Week. We have lots of great ideas for teachers and classes. Stay tuned!
Work one to one with me Are you feeling burnt out and needing to reconnect with joy and a sense of purpose? I help you find your joy and reach in and touch your creative soul. Book your One to One Creativity Connection Sessions today.
Creating Space "I always feel better after one of our Creating Space Live sessions. I feel uplifted, and inspired to create. It is such a supportive community." Gretchen
I'm having so much fun with a set of 4 new Wild Woman Hair - the Renegade series. Here's the third and fourth ones, still works in progress. These pieces are 12" x 12" and will be mounted on artist canvas when they are done.
If you would like to own one of my fibre
art creations, take a look at my gallery or contact me. Custom designs also available.
The 3rd and 4th of my Wild Woman Hair - the Renegade Series in progress.
