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Day: December 6, 2022

Inspiration and Handiwork

December 6, 2022 ~ wordancerblog ~ 7 Comments

My latest spark of inspiration comes from Adam Zucker who blogs at Artfully Learning. Last week, Adam wrote about Black Mountain College in North Carolina and its founders, teachers, and alumni.  He wrote about the life and art of Ruth Asawa.

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    Trish on One Little Word, 2026January 7, 2026

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    Remarkable. Flashy and spunky. I love your attitude approaching this year and your upcoming birthday. So inspiring.

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7 responses to “Inspiration and Handiwork”

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    Trish
    December 6, 2022

    What a wonderful post, the stories inside your story. I love that you found a knot with the name of your grandmother; it is stunning in wire. You also speak about “coveting” your friend’s hair. (How lucky Roxanne must’ve felt to receive a piece of your work dedicated to her!)I felt that same about my friend’s curly tresses. I loved the “grass greener” moment there. If you do actually create with wire and weaving, I hope you’ll share with us here. A creative life is always full of possibility…may you keep exploring.

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    nancyrsantucci
    December 6, 2022

    I could connect with your sculpture of long chestnut hair. It has inspired me to read one more Slice, the first one posted today by Stacey where she asks, “Do you wish your hair was more like everyone else’s hair?” I think this feeling is universal.

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      Trish
      December 6, 2022

      I said the same in reply to Stacey’s post!

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    Adam Zucker
    December 6, 2022

    It brings me joy to know that my post brought your attention to Ruth Asawa’s inspiring life and work. It’s also an honor to be introduced to your art and your philosophies on materials-based learning and “learning through making.” This is a great example of how profound social and emotional connections are formed directly through artful interaction with everyday materials and experiences.

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    Leah Koch
    December 6, 2022

    Beautiful artwork! I can’t wait to check out this book.

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    Stacey Shubitz
    December 6, 2022

    Oooh, I’ve seen that book. It is INCREDIBLE!

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    Alice
    December 6, 2022

    You have so many interesting and unique stories in this slice. I have learned so much in this post. I never knew about Josephine knots, absolutely beautiful in copper wire. Your work sounds so interesting and I look forward to seeing your new creations.

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