Fall Back

Hello Artful Ones!
Here we are in September already holy creative where does the time go. I am feeling the surge of creativity flow through me and its like an old familiar friend giving me a warm hug. All i can say is Awomyn to having my creative mojo back!

Which brings me to the pics above, Outsider behind the scenes is alot of hands on work before the art work is put into the art vending machines. working with a shoe string budget has its challenges and so above are the boxes which are cut out and put together each box takes approx 3-5 minutes per box and its very time consuming and its something that i truly procrastinate on. so i am taking baby steps daily to build up my box inventory. so send me warm vibrations to get at it. As the title says i am now ready to fall back into Outsider and get reacquainted with this public art project.

Happy Fall Back Day

In Artistic Solidarity;
Rhonda

The Pattern Pieces Of Life......

Merry Meet;
Can u believe its almost September, Hmm i wonder is my clock spinning faster than usual.Life continues to unfold here at Outsider Central as i put one foot in front of another. I truly have been on a long break and continued evaluation of the project. I am slowly getting back into creativity as somewhere i lost the will of creative expression it just up and left. Slowly i feel that deep within voice and feeling of creative expression in me but i need to be gentle for fear of losing it again.

Yesterday i got overwhelmed with a creative burst of energy and i nudged it into a slow motion action,a small hall wall was calling out for an identity of its own,wallpaper came to mind but what??? i glanced around my space and there was my whole case of pattern pieces calling to be put on the wall it was a very fitting exercise of emotional and creative exploration.As each piece of the pattern had its place and refused to be slapped into place without some thought.

Unfortunately i was unable to get a decent picture of the patterned wall but i will keep on trying...My dear friend Cindy E. bought me a new digital camera as a belated birthday gift so that i could continue to go forward in my life and capture my creative expression. Thank-You Cindy for your support of me and my art!!!

Well people i wanted to pop in and say hi...Have an awesome day

In Artistic Solidarity;
Rhonda

FREE THE CREATIVE SELF WITHIN..............

Small Spaces & Artist Of The Month

Hello My Creative Ones;
Yes i live and breathe....After a short break and transition here i be...I have moved home and studio together in a very funky area of Vancouver BC...

I am now living in a small space which is a given when living in the city and your on an Artists budget..The first pic above is my art wall in my small space..

Outsider is tucked in storage and boxes while i put it back together again and look for studio space that has a tad more of a permanent feeling. I could write my own Artists Survivor series...

Artist Of The Month is Andrea Flaa and u can find her kewl creative expression in small from the art vending machine and some truly funky large pieces at Ruby Dog's Art House check it,above is a sample of her work....Enjoy and please support the arts!!!

Hey Good to be back blogging to ya

In Artistic Solidarity;
Rhonda

Moving Right Along................

Hi Everyone;
Checking in with a brief update.... I will be moving house and studio very soon and so my time has been occupied with finding space...Much of my stuff which includes the studio will go into storage.

As some of u are aware i lost the studio due to the programme i was sharing with closed their doors and i had hoped to take the space over but the landlord doubled the rent,so my dreams went up in smoke. I have had to let go of 80% of Art Stuff which has been very sad ,other things are on hold or in limbo re:Outsider Art In A Box and I am sorry about this.

So Please Hang In There I shall return..Upcoming is a new artist of the month at Ruby Dogs Art House for August.

In Artistic Solidarity;
Rhonda

Ruby Dog's Artist Of The Month

Hey Sunny People;
I am here ,lots going on in my world.. More changes afoot thanx for your patience i hope to be back to regular Art Creativity the end of the summer.

There is a new Artist Of The Month in Town and i gots to say the creativity keeps getting cuter lol lol

Stroll on over to Ruby Dog's today and get an original

Check out Kristen Goodsell awesome work;

Rock On in the sunny creative world.....

In Artistic Solidarity;
Rhonda

http://walkingwithkrystin.blogspot.com/

Create Your Way...................

Good Morrow...........
I hope the weekend was full of rest,relaxation and for u creatives loads of expression. After last week being a tad down and unsure where Outsider is calling home,i decided to get over it and just go with the flow and flow i did this weekend.

I received beautiful unexpected blessings and lessons...Unfortunately i never made it to the studio this weekend the intention was there but the flow was taking me elsewhere but thats why i am up early this beautiful Monday so i can make a creative dash and create while i have the space...

So the pic above is a story i would love to share about flowing. Thursday Night the phone rang and someone was going on about i wasn't sure what and i assumed it was a pesky telemarketer i was just about to blow them off when i heard Outsider Art In A Box mentioned, hmmm my ears perked up and i tuned in...Well it so happens that Molly Clark(on end of phone) a producer for a Art Series out of the USA was surfing on the web and came across Outsider Art In A Box and they would like to interview me on their way to Alaska.

Well needless to say i was in my art centre and my mood increased tenfold,maybe life didn't suck after all lol lol

So it was arranged for Saturday as they were coming from Seattle...Well Saturday dawned and the beauty day called forth and so onward i went flowing... it was an awesome day spent with fabo friends,loads of spontaneous events took place and there i was right in the middle of it... Well early afternoon came about and no call from Artland yet??? My friend and i were still hanging and she was in need of food our location was on beautiful Main St.

I suggested several places that were very crowded and so i finally said we gotta go to Sollys that place rocked and we could sit and and enjoy the outside tables. So there i sit at Sollys with the perfect Outside seat taking it all in, when suddenly i see this oversize RV turning left in huge letters and very colorful written on the Rv ARTLAND!!!

Imagine my surprise and i am thinking wow and then hey i am supposed to get interviewed,well they roll to a stop in front of Sollys i go up and knock introduce myself to Claire part of the production team of Artland, So she explains to me that the cameraman was unable to cross the boarder and so everything was set back but they would be in touch and still would be interested in the interview,Molly Clark who spoke to me on the phone was also back in Seattle trying to problem solve so that their cameraman could continue the journey.

For more info about ARTLAND .................WWW.ARTLANDUSA.TV

So that was an bonus part of my day on Saturday, it always amazes when one door closes other windows and doors open.. If anything i know of this weekend that Outsider will continue to live and be part of my journey,this public art project has taken me down many roads inside of self and outside in the real world..

Thank-You for those that stuck with me through the growing pains its been damn appreciated let me tell you!!! and hey if you are stopping in here leave me a comment say hi!!! I love to hear from those that stop by..

Well my people its time to sign off and jump into another day of adventure and some unknowns..

Create On!!

In Artistic Solidarity;
Rhonda

Ask What??????????

The studio has been a busy spot since i moved in, Sunday was a singles womyns Art Party alot of neat stuff came out of it...I love this particular card that was created by a particpant and it just touched me little did i know how impacting it would be.

Yesterday i got a call from my studio mate giving notice that the studio will be no more!!! yep u heard me..so i thought with organizing other artists would enable me to keep the space. Then another curve was thrown my way the rent of $1400 would be going up to $2800 and so the studio is not attainable at that price even with artists... So i am sad trying to suck it up and move on.....Moving on to where i don't know.

I am putting it out there for a large live/work space in Vancouver!!! Please if u do live in Vancouver keep your eyes and ears open as i am handy and can do somethings to make it my own. Its funny things truly were in Launch mode and people were supportive of the happenings at the studio. So ask the card says ASK???

I am Asking help me to find Outsider a settled home...affordable!!!

Thanx people...

In Artistic Solidarity;
Rhonda

Standing Tall...............

YO;
Will ya look at the blue skies and feel the heat of the sun..can we say Yahoo!!!
yes i am still here more focused these days with the studio,things are beginning to take off in several different directions.

As you know the Open Studio was an awesome boost...This past weekend i became one with the studio being able to begin working on a large piece.

It will still take time to organize the studio space. This upcoming weekend will be another Art Party.

The above pic is a Art Vending Machine that was created by Nicci B www.brushedwithmagic.com, the fabo stand that the machine is sitting on was created by a metal artist Ilone, that i connected with from craiglist. The stand is a true sculptural piece that is a fit for this vending machine and the bonus is that this machine can go and be taken anywhere..i like portable and access.

Alrighty then i am off to enjoy the day.....

Be one with creativity people....

In Artistic Solidarity;
Rhonda

Supporting The Artist..........."Figas Closet"

How does one support the Artist?? its been my experiences to buy their work one because i like what i see and two its local and truly who knows how the work of this artist will take off and i want to be the first to have one of a kind. My home is over flowing not only with my own work but others beautiful works of Art. It would take u awhile to see everything in my home gallery its a bit overwhelming for the first timer lol lol.

I feel blessed with the talent that is throughout my home. Below is another way to support an artist that is creatively fundraising and i ask that u please support her Art!!!
Please click on the above pics for a closer view....

Art On people!!!!

Rhonda

Hi everyone,
As most of you know, my son Diego has a speech delay called "Apraxia of Speech". He has been getting free speech therapy for the past few years from the government, but as soon as he turns 5 (in August), they will not cover it any more, so we will have to hire a private Speech Language Pathologist. They charge around $100/hour.

On the other hand, I have created these new creatures called Figos. They are wishing dolls; each is unique, has it's own original name (which the kids pick); and I sew them here at home.

So I am writting this email to introduce the Figos to you, to fundraise for Diego's speech. We need to raise $10,000 for next year's therapy. Each Figo is $40 including the mail. If you would like to help us, please write an email and send a cheque made to Diego's name to:

Diego Segovia
206-1288 West Cordova Street
Vancouver, BC V6C 3R3

Please don't forget to write your address. You will have your Figo in about a week. I am attaching some pictures so you know what I'm taking about :)

THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR SUPPORT :)
lots of love & good wishes,
Diego, Triana & Claudia

Open House Part 2

How Do???
I wanted to continue with the Open House Thread, the above pics are the creations that were made and left for me to love and admire. It always amazes me as to what takes place when u put out materials that enhances creativity with a little curiosity, nudge and encouragement i watched fascinated at the process staying out of the creative outcomes...

The Play table was set up in the middle of room laden with lots of diverse goodies, it couldn't be missed or avoided cause this is where we all ended up. Watching the children just jump in and do was enough to push the adults closer to touching,looking through the materials.

What i love about creativity is the process and how it manifests from one person to another which was the case on Saturday.I will be one with the studio this weekend finally able to get my hands dirty.

Please know that you are welcome to come and see the space let me know!!

Lets put our hands together for some sun today!!! i say bring it on

In Artistic Solidarity;
Rhonda

Peeking Into The Open House

Gooooooooooooood Morning;
I gotta tell ya the Open House on Saturday Rocked, Great turnout despite the very soggy weather...The space was loved by all who walked through the door.An Art Play Table,snacks and music playing in the background added to the inside creative atmosphere.

Over the next couple of days i will post more pics of the Open House..The two above pics of the altered playing cards were made by two wonderful little girl artists who are 6 & 3 years of age and they put these creative xpressions were done without any help from Mom..
The next upcoming creative generation!

As for the rest of the pics check them out, there is one pic(Claudia,Diego and the cute stuffies) that i will be elaborating on.

Thanx So much for the support on Saturday..

In Artistic Solidarity;
Rhonda

BRING IT ON!!!!

My People,My People;
I point directly at u today yep u as i invite each and everyone to COME ON DOWN to the new studio digs tomorrow. Last night the last load of stuff was put in place well ok sorta of,thats why i am posting this early as i gotta make some sense and order of the space.

Open House

Come on Down and Celebrate the new digs and Outsider Art In A Box 1yr Birthday

Door Prizes

Snacks and Refreshments

Play Table

June 9/2007

12:00 am- 6:00pm

Studio Location:

150 West Hastings ( Please Ring Door Bell)

Vancouver, BC

Time to blast off !!!

See ya tomorrow

In Artistic Solidarity;
Rhonda

Ruby Dogs/Outsider Art Artist Of The Month

Hail Creatives;
This months artist of the month at Ruby Dog's Art House in the Outsider Art Vending Machine is Karen Gartel.. The above pics are the artists creative xpression to Outsider Art In A Box. These little pretties are mini works of Karens
originals. So u know these are limited ...Don't Walk But Run to Ruby Dogs, I will load the machine tomorrow early am. Please read the previous post as to the Open House at the New Studio Digs!!!!!!!!!!!!

Karyn Gartel is a self-taught mixed media artist residing in Williams Lake, BC Canada. Her passion for paper, glue & scissors since about the age of 3 has finally paid off as her career as a professional artist is starting to take off. Now, at the age of 36 and a busy mother of 3 children, she spends the wee hours of the night in her studio creating collages, altered books, assemblages and many more wonderful creations. Her inspiration is everywhere, and with the help of a lot of caffeine, she manages to amaze people with her prolific creations! "If you truly have the desire to create art, you just have do it! I always have piles of laundry or dishes to do, but I would rather sit at my kitchen table with the kids and "do art" as they call it. Art has become a part of our family and the kids really enjoy creating their own masterpieces right along with me." Karyn also gets a lot of emails about where to find the images and materials that she uses in her pieces. The best resource has been her family's long neglected photos, most of whom nobody remembers anymore. "Creating art with these wonderful old photos brings new life in place of the forgotten one. It is really fun making up imaginary adventures for these people...kind of like re-writing history!" www.altered-diva.com

Ok people time these days is full with preparing the studio for my future work and for the upcoming Open House!!

In Artistic Solidarity;
Rhonda

Studio Move

Hi Ya;
Saturday turned out to be a beauty day the sun,heat what more could one ask for.
I had lots of help for the move and the studio was loved by all who saw it. I got say that i am a tad embarrassed at how much creative stuff i have and adding to that we have another load of stuff to go(sigh)

Sunday i spent a half day in the studio organizing,the rest of the week will be the same,BUT I LOVE THE SPACE!!! I am looking forward to getting my hands into some serious art xpression..

The top pic is old space packed and ready to go thats only a small portion of stuff
second pic is Carolyn picking up the body parts i was tossing off the balcony.

The third pic is yours truly and Carolyn at new space we were playing,behind me is the freight elevator which opens into the studio.

Are ya curious yet where Outsider is at well come on down and check us out at our open house upcoming this Saturday;

I invite you and most certainly bring others to celebrate the new creative digs.

Open House: Free
Come on Down and Celebrate the new digs and Outsider Art In A Box 1yr Birthday

Door Prizes
Snacks and Refreshments
Play Table
June 9/2007
12:00 noon - 6:00pm

Studio Location:
150 West Hastings ( Please Ring Door Bell)
Vancouver, BC


For More Info on our Studio Creativity;


www.alteredanything.com

Art Parties:
http://art-parties.spaces.live.com/PersonalSpace/PersonalSpace.aspx

Rock on in the creative world

In Artistic Solidarity;
Rhonda

Happy Birthday Outsider!!!

Merry Meet;
Today Outsider is one year old today!!! hard to believe that an idea has become a true reality its been quite the journey , truly i and the project continue to emerge.

Thank -You to the Artists
Thank-You to the Host Locations
Thank-You to the Supporters
Thank-You to friends,families,partners

I have learned alot about myself through this process and know that there is still a whole lot of learning to come.. The studio will be an asset to Outsider and our followers.

Outsider will have an open house to celebrate the new digs and our Birthday Please mark your calendars for June 9/2007 more details to follow.

Ok a contest to celebrate today...hmmmmm

The Winner will receive Three awesome pieces of Outsiders popular bestsellers
Please put your name in the comment section and i will draw a name on Sunday my birthday and post the winner here on Monday.....

Its almost moving day and lots to do yet..

May the creative force be with you today!!

In Artistic Solidarity;
Rhonda

Networking...........

Good Morrow;
Behold another sun filled outside day.. Last night my partner and I moved the Outsider Vending Machines to their new location the studio..I have to pinch myself at moments to know that this is real(happy dance).

Above is a pic of three laptops there was one more laptop but that was being used elsewhere in the house. It was all technology on deck when our friends were here, but the neat thing that came out of it was the networking we did among ourselves face to face and through the computers sharing resources,computer skills& upgrades it rocked and naturally my head came away with loads of new ideas.

I am grateful now that my laptop and house is all wireless and i can be on the go (Thank -You Kathy &Hans)

Computers are only a part of the networking process being body present is very important also. Artists find the balance between the two and for me having a studio outside of home allows access in diverse ways to the outside world.

Well People i am going out into the day!!!

May the creative force be with you......

In Artistic Solidarity;
Rhonda

Unlocking Potential...............

Hail Art Beings;
I send u warm blessings from Outsider Central...Its been a busy time full of frolic and work.Dear Friends from Calgary were hanging out here at Outsider for the past week and sadly they are winding their way back home today. Cathy and Bella the Mother/Daughter creative duo are big supporters and contributors of Outsider.
The time spent together was wonderful brainstorming and bouncing ideas around, my head runneth over but i feel so creatively filled up.

Today I picked up keys to the studio YAHOO and Saturday morning is moving time.. The schedule for the studio is posted and i invite u to come on down and partake of an Art Party.
http://art-parties.spaces.live.com/PersonalSpace/PersonalSpace.aspx (click on it)

I am unlocking my potential by stepping out and embracing my dream of having a studio again its been around 4 years in making do working with limited space, but its time as Outsider has truly been a wonderful teacher pushing,encouraging,growing my potential. I tell ya its all good!!!

Ok moving right along with the above pics..Kathy bought some new coffee condoms( these are fluff free for u men out there) to put in the machines,she like alot of u does not enjoy pic taking of themselves.
Bella is working hard on the darn it dolls above while hanging out.

K time to sign off and say so long farewell.

Please stay tuned as posts will be updated frequently over the next little bit as transitions take place.

In Artistic Solidarity;
Rhonda

Outsider Is On The Move................

Well Artful Ones;
I have thrilling news to share.....Outsider is moving into new Digs , yep its true i have been setting on it for a bit as i waited for the final nod!!! Check out the pics above.

So New Digs u say.....ok its in a beautiful heritage building downtown eastside ,the space is expansive around 2500 sq feet..

This is a big step for Outsider and myself as i will have the space to spread out and create away..

The space will be shared with streetartworks.com so i will be present on the weekends creating, facilitating diverse workshops, drop ins ,etc

As of June 1st/2007

Outsider Art In A Box has a new Studio location come and see us in real time, Our studio is located in the heart of downtown eastside directly across from the Woodwards Site ,Many changes are taking place in this area.

Our Address is:

150 West Hastings
Vancouver,BC
V6P 1Z6
Phone: 604-439-2449

Please Stay tuned for upcoming Summer Workshops and our 1 Year Old Birthday Celebration!!!

Well i am off to pack up and get ready to move into the studio...............

In Artistic Solidarity;
Rhonda

Now I know My A,B,C's...............Peek-A-Boo

HI HO HI HO!!!!
A beautiful day in the neighborhood yahoo!! Last week i received some new art work for Outsider and i gotta tell ya the small works are awesome. Thanx to Mary Jane H for her awesome Creative Expression.

These little beauties are called World Books in miniature, each letter of the alphabet are totally fashioned throughout these little works. the detail is something to see and its a limited series folks, above i have put pics of the letter B

Mary Jane has been a wonderful support for Outsider Art In A Box from the early days when i was looking for Artists.. Thank-You SOOOOOOOOOO much Mary Jane for your creativity and your support its very appreciated thanx for coming along for the ride.

Please remember that Artist Of The Month is being showcased at Ruby Dog's Art House

Interested in becoming Artist of The Month drop me a line or two....

The Year Anniversary is upcoming for Outsider and i am at a loss as how to celebrate the journey Any Ideas????

Well people enjoy the beautiful day!!!
Rock on in the creative world

In Artistic Solidarity;
Rhonda

A Peek A Boo At May's Artist Of The Month

Greetings All;
Here is Christine Lazar posing with her creative treasures that she created for Ruby Dogs Art Vending Machine. Recounting,Artists of the month will be featured at this machine location. The Month of May i am pleased to feature Christine. Looking at the above pics are some of the goodies that can be vended. Please note that there is a limited number and the price for all Artist of the month features is $6.00 (update and change from last post)some of the monies will be be donated to Ruby Dog's Art House Fave Charity.

Did you know that Outsider Art In A Box will be a year old at the end of this month,where has the time gone????

I have some new Peek-A-Boo's upcoming this week.

Reese will back on board this week plowing into a big project i have laid out for her..

Create On People

In Artistic Solidarity;
Rhonda