Struggles
I’ve had a number of small setbacks recently. First of all, I’ve run out of glazes, and I’m still waiting for them to be shipped in. This isn’t really a big deal because I can still work on the fabric elements.
However, my sewing machine has decided to stop working. I’m not really sure what’s wrong with it – I’ve changed the tension, the thread, the bobbin. So I’m hoping to either rent a machine while I’m here, or get my machine repaired somewhere this weekend.
At this point I am just starting on my third sculpture (which will be purple), so I’ll post some pictures of what I’ve accomplished up to date.
slab in purple
This is my first slab of clay in purple. I really like the way the colours contrast, and I think they’ll turn out pretty cool.
purple piece
A studio shot of my first three sculptures
I also decided this week that I am going to have a small exhibition while I’m here. I managed to book the Other Gallery for October 30th. It’s just going to be up for a day, and then I’ll pack up and go home the day after. I will also have a small reception in the afternoon or evening. It’s a small and strange exhibition space, but I can definitely hold it with all five sculptures done. I’ve been told more than once by a few people that this project is “ambitious”, but I know myself and I’m sure I can finish it if I push myself hard enough.