Friday, July 15, 2011
encausticamp day 2 begins!
Day two begins:
Almost 5 hours of sleep. A wonderfully satisfying Q&A last night and a look at participants work so far had shut-eye hard in coming!
But it’s good.
There’s no other way to be.
At this moment, in this morning, this is just the place I need to be.
And I am-thank you God.
Day 1 concludes:
No tripped breakers; wow.
No allergic reactions to food; hallelujah.
No one lost anymore (welcome Anna and Roxanne!); whew.
All workshops closing out with ‘I don’t want to go yet’ comments; wonderful!
The level of expertise and professionalism in the instructors is almost too much to fathom in its wonderfulness
The depth of eager comprehension, unique talent and genuine gratitude from participants is not to be out measured!
The deliciousness of the food prepared from local sourced berries, handmade bread and custom created courses-with recipes provided for those desiring them-is a bonus and takes the retreat up a notch in comfort, delight and indulgence.
The peaceful atmosphere, serene landscape and beautiful grounds of the campus offer the encaustic-overwhelmed minds a necessary pause in the indulgence-rejuvenating the spirit to pick up the weary body and go get some more~
(And for those able to wander a bit, a treasure trove of inspiration is hidden in the flora and fauna behind the shop - wonderful photographic opportunities at each step!)
Evening 2 anticipated:
Dinner in the quad with the birds splashing in the fountain in the background.
Instructors vending their individual wares that make their craft unique.
Participants indulging in the inspiration of others to continue the flow which we are all here to take our part in.
And rest!
Sleep. Ah.
To being able to shut down for another all too quick refueling.
And awaken to one more glorious day of connecting and sharing and indulging.
Yes, lots and lots of indulging!
It’s just that good.
Another day of being right here, in this moment, just where I need to be.
With just what I have at this time.
To overflow! In love. trish
But it’s good.
There’s no other way to be.
At this moment, in this morning, this is just the place I need to be.
Day 1 concludes:
No tripped breakers; wow.
No allergic reactions to food; hallelujah.
No one lost anymore (welcome Anna and Roxanne!); whew.
All workshops closing out with ‘I don’t want to go yet’ comments; wonderful!
The level of expertise and professionalism in the instructors is almost too much to fathom in its wonderfulness
The depth of eager comprehension, unique talent and genuine gratitude from participants is not to be out measured!
The deliciousness of the food prepared from local sourced berries, handmade bread and custom created courses-with recipes provided for those desiring them-is a bonus and takes the retreat up a notch in comfort, delight and indulgence.
The peaceful atmosphere, serene landscape and beautiful grounds of the campus offer the encaustic-overwhelmed minds a necessary pause in the indulgence-rejuvenating the spirit to pick up the weary body and go get some more~
(And for those able to wander a bit, a treasure trove of inspiration is hidden in the flora and fauna behind the shop - wonderful photographic opportunities at each step!)
Evening 2 anticipated:
Dinner in the quad with the birds splashing in the fountain in the background.
Instructors vending their individual wares that make their craft unique.
Participants indulging in the inspiration of others to continue the flow which we are all here to take our part in.
And rest!
Sleep. Ah.
To being able to shut down for another all too quick refueling.
And awaken to one more glorious day of connecting and sharing and indulging.
Yes, lots and lots of indulging!
It’s just that good.
Another day of being right here, in this moment, just where I need to be.
With just what I have at this time.
To overflow! In love. trish
Thursday, July 14, 2011
EncaustiCamp day 1
I am at EncaustiCamp….I am at EncaustiCamp!
It’s here-it’s begun…it’s surreal!
I can’t quite fathom that I am the person who got to make this happen. It’s quite amazing really.
Never in my days would I have imagined the capacity to orchestrate this; to command the trust of attendees and instructors; to coordinate the generosity of suppliers and manufacturers; to trust myself enough to keep taking the next, murky, unsure step; was lying deep within this girl who is me!
Within the confines of this ever growing body (sigh) lay the beauty and strength, integrity and grit, to follow a bigger-than-life dream to fruition.
Wow.
I’m doing it.
And, as I begin day one in the not-yet-sunrise, full-moon morning, before the first full-in-the-wax day has even yet begun, I find myself looking forward to doing it all again!
Feels a bit crazy….
No, feels a lot crazy!
And, yet not.
Perhaps it’s the 5 swift hours of scattered dream filled sleep.
Or the sore throat from too much talking at the welcome last evening.
Or maybe the result of too much sugar from the amazing desserts brought by attendees for last nights’ kick-off…whatever the source, I am full-on present to the amazing energy of this day and the potential that is bouncing on its toes, excitedly twisting and twitching with heart racing just the other side of the closed doors; standing at the ready- to explode into the absolute goodness that is begging to flow!
Tripped circuits?-undoubtedly.
Absolute delight in the menu offerings?-not a chance.
Tremendous satisfaction with the dorm accommodations?-no way!
Thrill at every moment of learning by everyone?-a pipe dream.
Unqualified joy at the close of this retreat at having been a part of the first annual!, inaugural!, premier!, ‘guiney pig’ event? I hope beyond hope; yes. Yes! That everyone answers yes!!!
It is that good. I want it to be that good for everyone.
I can do this, and hope for this, because I have been equipped. I can because each unpredicted, unsure, seemingly unstable step I’ve taken has led to this.
And, I can because I have a partner that picks up the slack when I overstep my abilities and stretch too far.
Exceedingly and abundantly. Blessed. In love. trish
It’s here-it’s begun…it’s surreal!
I can’t quite fathom that I am the person who got to make this happen. It’s quite amazing really.
Never in my days would I have imagined the capacity to orchestrate this; to command the trust of attendees and instructors; to coordinate the generosity of suppliers and manufacturers; to trust myself enough to keep taking the next, murky, unsure step; was lying deep within this girl who is me!
Within the confines of this ever growing body (sigh) lay the beauty and strength, integrity and grit, to follow a bigger-than-life dream to fruition.
Wow.
I’m doing it.
And, as I begin day one in the not-yet-sunrise, full-moon morning, before the first full-in-the-wax day has even yet begun, I find myself looking forward to doing it all again!
No, feels a lot crazy!
And, yet not.
Perhaps it’s the 5 swift hours of scattered dream filled sleep.
Or the sore throat from too much talking at the welcome last evening.
Or maybe the result of too much sugar from the amazing desserts brought by attendees for last nights’ kick-off…whatever the source, I am full-on present to the amazing energy of this day and the potential that is bouncing on its toes, excitedly twisting and twitching with heart racing just the other side of the closed doors; standing at the ready- to explode into the absolute goodness that is begging to flow!
Tripped circuits?-undoubtedly.
Absolute delight in the menu offerings?-not a chance.
Tremendous satisfaction with the dorm accommodations?-no way!
Thrill at every moment of learning by everyone?-a pipe dream.
Unqualified joy at the close of this retreat at having been a part of the first annual!, inaugural!, premier!, ‘guiney pig’ event? I hope beyond hope; yes. Yes! That everyone answers yes!!!
It is that good. I want it to be that good for everyone.
I can do this, and hope for this, because I have been equipped. I can because each unpredicted, unsure, seemingly unstable step I’ve taken has led to this.
And, I can because I have a partner that picks up the slack when I overstep my abilities and stretch too far.
Exceedingly and abundantly. Blessed. In love. trish
Monday, July 11, 2011
burn
so when is burnt beautiful?!
when it is intentional.
when it is purposefully planned.
when it is achieved at as the result of an artists' mark.
My favorite studio tool right now is not the hake brush, or the payne's grey pigment or even the lush Panpastels (although they are ALWAYS just a hand-span away!). No, my favorite studio tool right now is my propane torch; closely followed by my butane torch~
It hasn't always been this way. I view my current sensibilities of simplicity and frugality to several things, but despite many strong forces pulling me to these two sensibilities, they would cease to exist if it weren't for the base of their birth; my own personal position in this life right now.
Bottom lining it-I can create without giving a rip what the judgement of the world is on my creations!
(Yes-I said 'give a rip!' :)
Oh of course to a certain degree I care very deeply what the reaction to my work, my creations, my energies are as they hit the airwaves and enter the real world.
But, I have come to realize I can control those reaction no better than I can control my almost 21 year old sons' choices as he works on an organic farm on Maui.
Impossible; I think you all get that :)
It's only at 44 years old (sigh, 44 1/2) that I've come to fully understand what it means to not have this control of external reactions, actions and choices...
But, to have amazing control of internal reactions, actions and choices.
A paradigm shift if there ever was one!
Perhaps all of you were born with that discerning property; able to shut out external stimuli and just process the solid honesty from within.
You know, not give a rip! :)
This girl was left off a bit of that quality upon arrival :)))
Not a deficit by any stretch mind you~
Just a character quality that had to be learned and embraced rather than naturally selected towards~ (little sigh :)
And I'm so okay with that. I think it built me into the better 44(big sigh, and 1/2) year old I am today :)
And a person more adept at accepting and embracing the 'go for it' attitude she's coming to thrill at in her work and life path.
And a person more joyful in the adaptation as the transformation takes place! (watch out Superman, this girl's transformation isn't a phone booth bodysuit!)
So I show off my current creation.
What has most recently lovingly been born.
What awakens me in the night and fills me with overflowing ideas.
And I wait anxiously for your reaction.
But hold fast to my joyous love for it.
Because, I don't give a rip :)
in love. Trish!
when it is intentional.
when it is purposefully planned.
when it is achieved at as the result of an artists' mark.
Bottom lining it-I can create without giving a rip what the judgement of the world is on my creations!
(Yes-I said 'give a rip!' :)
Oh of course to a certain degree I care very deeply what the reaction to my work, my creations, my energies are as they hit the airwaves and enter the real world.
But, I have come to realize I can control those reaction no better than I can control my almost 21 year old sons' choices as he works on an organic farm on Maui.
Impossible; I think you all get that :)
It's only at 44 years old (sigh, 44 1/2) that I've come to fully understand what it means to not have this control of external reactions, actions and choices...
But, to have amazing control of internal reactions, actions and choices.
A paradigm shift if there ever was one!
Perhaps all of you were born with that discerning property; able to shut out external stimuli and just process the solid honesty from within.
You know, not give a rip! :)
This girl was left off a bit of that quality upon arrival :)))
Not a deficit by any stretch mind you~
Just a character quality that had to be learned and embraced rather than naturally selected towards~ (little sigh :)
And I'm so okay with that. I think it built me into the better 44(big sigh, and 1/2) year old I am today :)
So I show off my current creation.
What has most recently lovingly been born.
What awakens me in the night and fills me with overflowing ideas.
And I wait anxiously for your reaction.
But hold fast to my joyous love for it.
Because, I don't give a rip :)
in love. Trish!
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Australia!
I'm going to Australia. Wait! I have to say that again!!! I'M GOING TO AUSTRALIA!!!!
Nearly eight years ago I was graced the amazing opportunity to make a quick visit to Sydney for my brothers wedding. This brief in and out made me want for much, much more of this amazing country and I've spent the time since coming back to the memories and prayerfully anticipating a return opportunity. But, it wasn't coming! I help two AU ten dollar bills in my wallet, peeking at them every once in a while to renew my faith in the dream~
And then my boys were able to make the trip. Wow.
What an amazing experience for them to grab hold of! So, I put my envy away :), helped them plan the details, and gave them my Aussie bills...gulp. I remember coming down the stairs with them in my hand and saying to John, 'Maybe I've just been holding onto these so long for this day that I can give them to my guys; not for my own use after all....'
And a mere week later, I get the call of calls!
The buzz to beat all buzzes!
The news to carry me into the next century!
Okay, it's obvious I know; an inviation to teach in Melbourne next April! Woot!
Give it away, and if it is yours, it will come back to you~
I did, it did, and I am!
A beautiful retreat venue directed by a wonderful woman: www.artqueens.com.au.
I am also seeking other venues and groups to teach with or through.
I would love to get into Brisbane and Sydney and welcome suggestions!
Looking forward to spreading the encaustic fever that's already got a hook across the pond :) much, much further!
And, hoping to share the goodness of all things American encaustic; R&F, Ampersand, j'adore Panpastel! even woodicing and stencils....and of course, EncaustiKits :)
blessings and woot! in love. trish
And then my boys were able to make the trip. Wow.
And a mere week later, I get the call of calls!
The buzz to beat all buzzes!
The news to carry me into the next century!
Okay, it's obvious I know; an inviation to teach in Melbourne next April! Woot!
Give it away, and if it is yours, it will come back to you~
I did, it did, and I am!
A beautiful retreat venue directed by a wonderful woman: www.artqueens.com.au.
I am also seeking other venues and groups to teach with or through.
Looking forward to spreading the encaustic fever that's already got a hook across the pond :) much, much further!
And, hoping to share the goodness of all things American encaustic; R&F, Ampersand, j'adore Panpastel! even woodicing and stencils....and of course, EncaustiKits :)
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