Showing posts with label jodi ohl. Show all posts
Showing posts with label jodi ohl. Show all posts

1/7/10

Winner of $25 gift certificate to LucySweetLucy


Random.org has spoken. And the Winner is .....


Camille!! Woo Hoo!

Congratulations, Camille! I will contact you with instructions for claiming your prize.

Many thanks to Jodi Ohl for donating the gift certificate to her online store LucySweetLucy.etsy.com and for popping by last week to share her art, thoughts & studio with us.

Also, thanks to all who left a comment & entered this random drawing. Be sure to stop back here later today as I'll have a new artist feature and giveaway posted.
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1/1/10

Studio Tour # 17 - Jodi Ohl's Sweet Retreat


Welcome to the 1st studio tour of 2010!

Today we're off to North Carolina to visit the Sweet Retreat of mixed media artist, Jodi Ohl. You can find Jodi's colorful art in her Etsy shop, LucySweetLucy, as well as on her blog, SweetRepeats.blogspot.com. If you pop into your local craft or bookstore, you can also find her in the latest edition of Cloth, Paper, Scissors magazine. But today you will find Jodi in her new art studio - so let me get out of the way so she can show you around.


JO: I moved into my first home at the end of September. I must have looked at 25 different homes but the first one I saw and the one I kept coming back to. No doubt it was the awesome room that kept my head dreaming of all the wonderful creations that would come out of this new space if it were to be mine. After going back and forth with all the different houses I had before me to choose from, I came back to the home that kept calling my name, the place with the studio already there for me. No more dining room table and boxes of supplies everywhere you turn. I can spread out, organize, create and be me without the stresses of knowing my art was taking over the home my youngest son and I share.


JO: Since the end of September, I've held 4 workshops, 3 demos, participated in 1 outdoor show, created 2 custom pieces,45 magnets, 25 6x6 Sweet HeART blocks, 25 4x4 heart blocks, 1 30 x 40 painting, 6 6 x12 pieces, 3 6 x 6 paintings, 4 6x6 paintings, 3 15 x 30 pieces, 25 2 x4 paintings, 3 4x6 paintings, 6 3 x5 canvas paintings, 12 12x12 pieces, 1 9x12 painting, 2 16 x 20 pieces, several journal spreads, wrote 1 article, and started working on preparing for the 14 workshops locally I'm holding this year and one online class I'm conducting. So. yea. I've been busy! Plus work a day job and take care of my wonderful son who puts up with tagging along to shows, demos, and classes with Momma. With that said, my studio isn't exactly set up the way I want it yet, but I can say I've been productive in it!

JO: Someone told me that you don't set up a studio, you grow into it. A studio evolves as the artist evolves. I'm definitely growing into my new space but I still dream of a day where I have all the pretty labels everywhere and areas colorized with banners of inspiration, idea boards, a place to put all my extensive papers collection, a spot to store all my large canvases.


JO: With time, I will evolve into my new space and you will see this studio mirror where I am as an artist more authentically than it does today. Today, it's my haven, my "Sweet Retreat" and it's been so good to me. More than you will ever know.


Whether I'm inspired by colors of my paints and crayons,


or dabbling with new colors and brands of paint,


sketching out my ideas or shading in an area of my painting,

JO: Or creating a new collection, I'll be forever grateful for finding the place I can evolve as an artist and plant some roots with my family. Planting roots, finding a community, buying a home-all things that have been common themes in my art over the last few years. It's almost as it's all manifested itself through my art. Kinda magical, huh?

Green Apple Village Imagine (as seen in Cloth Paper Scissors) by Jodi Ohl

Definitely, Jodi, and many thanks for showing us where you make your magic!

Want to see more of Jodi's fantastic art?

She kindly stopped in last Thursday to share some of her work and thoughts. If you missed it, you can catch that post by clicking here. While you are there, sign up to enter next Thursday's random drawing for a $25 gift certificate to her Etsy shop, LucySweetLucy. All who leave a comment before 1 a.m. (EST) on 1/7 will be entered in this drawing but only 1 will win. Will it be you?

Here are some more places on & offline that you can find Jodi & her latest creations:

Online:
Store - LucySweetLucy.etsy.com
Blog - SweetRepeats.blogspot.com
Online Workshop - Fun With Faux Encaustic
You can also sign up for her new artsy newsletter

If you find yourself in North Carolina:
 Swank Coffee Shop and Handmade Market in Southern Pines, NC
Circa Gallery in Asheboro, NC
Fayetteville Museum of Art, Fayetteville, NC
Fine Tracery in Pinehurst, NC
Jodi will also be teaching a Jerry's Artarama Work Shop "in the village" in Raleigh NC on March 7th.

Many thanks to those of you who stop by ArtSnark's Artifacts today. While I always love peeking behind the scenes, it is your continued interest that keeps this project going. I have more studio tours & other fun stuff planned for 2010 - so please keep popping back! Also, if you are interested in either sharing your space or sponsoring a Thursday Giveaway/artist feature just let me know (my email is in my profile). Again, thanks for stopping by & I hope you have a creative weekend!
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12/31/09

Enter to win $25 Gift Certificate to LucySweetLucy + Visit with Mixed Media Artist Jodi Ohl


Hard to believe this is the last Thursday post of the year. I started Thursday Giveaway's on a whim, thinking it would be a great way to destash some of the stuff crowding my studio. It is exciting to see how it has evolved to include prizes from a variety of creative people. Past prizes have included prints, paintings, cards, jewelry, books, gift certificates, custom projects... and the list goes on and on...

I want to take a minute to once again thank all of the generous sponsors who donated prizes this year. Many of these sponsors have also shared photos of their fantastic creations as well as their thoughts on life and art. It has been a real pleasure getting to know more about each and every one of you. (Enter applause here).


I also want to thank all the readers who stop & take the time to leave a comment. Most of the featured artists have told me just how much your words have meant to them. We get so busy with our lives, families, day jobs, online shops, marketing and then finally studio time. It doesn't always leave a lot of time (or energy) to seek out (much needed) feedback on the art. I have had many featured artists tell me that your comments gave them a much needed energy boost. So, c'mon people keep all that positive energy flowing!

Today's Featured Artist and prize sponsor is the talented Jodi Ohl of LucySweetLucy on Etsy. Jodi is one of the first artists I met in the etsy forums. I was immediately impressed by her sweet temperament and fearless nature. She inspires me more than she knows. I love her art and the way she uses color to express emotion. But I really admire the fact that when she wants something she actively pursues it. Her art and tutorials have appeared in numerous magazines (she is in the current issue of Cloth Paper Scissors). She teaches both live & online workshops. And also has a booth at various art fairs. (I have always been more of a dreamer than a doer - I'd like to be more like Jodi if I ever grow up.)

 Jodi, what would you like share about yourself and your art today?

J.O: I'm a self-taught mixed media artist, who resides in Aberdeen, NC. To say art heals, is an understatement for me. Not only does it constantly heal me, it has helped me to grow wings. While I manage a bank to put a roof over our heads, I create art to feed my soul.

J.O: Most of my work is whimsical in nature, bold, colorful, fun, and deeply textured there's also underlying journal writing and themes that connect my personal life with my dreams, desires, struggles and aspirations. I look for the positive in everything even on the days I'm down or not feeling as energetic as normal, I know that once I pick up a brush and lay down some color, the world will look brighter when I'm finished.


Where do you see your pursuit of art taking you next?

J.O: My ultimate dream would be to write a book about art (or a few books!), and work full time (without starving) as an artist. I really truly believe in 2010 or maybe 2011 at the latest, I'm going to do just that. I've been planning in my head a variety of creative goals that will get closer to my dream, but for now--the best I can do is just be productive and not give up. Dreams are great, but it's working toward achieving your dream that really brings a sense of satisfaction.


What else is on your itinerary for 2010?
J.O: Along with my creative goals this year, I also want to improve physical appearance, be more healthy, loose a little weight, and become more grounded emotionally. I have to admit, I do escape some of my anxiety and everyday stress by diving into my art which does work for the most part. But sitting and painting doesn't exactly count for exercise and getting fresh air every once in awhile which would also relieve some of my stress. (HAHA) I wish it did but my pants size say differently. Yes, 2010 will be a year of improvements on many different fronts. I am counting on a lot of forward movement and upward motion. Hope the same is true for all of you who desire similar things!

Jodi, thanks so much for stopping by! I know you have a crazy-busy schedule and am so happy that you found the time to share your thoughts today. Also, thank you for donating such a great prize for next Thursday's random drawing...


What's Jodi giving to 1 lucky winner?
A $25 gift certificate to her Etsy shop LucySweetLucy!

To enter giveaway just leave a comment on this blog before 1 a.m. (EST) on 1/7/2010. Please make sure your contact info is either in your comment or profile.

Want to learn more about Jodi & her colorful artwork?
Click on any of the images in this post to find out more about each piece

Go Online:
Store - LucySweetLucy.etsy.com
Blog - SweetRepeats.blogspot.com
Online Workshop - Fun With Faux Encaustic
You can also sign up for her new artsy newsletter

If you find yourself in North Carolina:

 Swank Coffee Shop and Handmade Market in Southern Pines, NC
Circa Gallery in Asheboro, NC
Fayetteville Museum of Art, Fayetteville, NC
Fine Tracery in Pinehurst, NC
She will also be teaching a Jerry's Artarama Work Shop "in the village" in Raleigh NC on March 7th.

And if you stop back here on Saturday, Jodi is giving us a tour of her new studio space. Hope to see you then! Happy New Year, Everyone!

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