The Hallway gallery
I was thinking today that I really needed to paint the walls in the hallway. To gain inspiration for a color I rearranged all the artwork on the walls of my hallway gallery. I thought it would be fun to share some "before" pictures. I need a color that will make the artwork really pop--probably a brighter vanilla white, or maybe something dramatic like chocolate brown? hmmmm
This is what you see if you are walking from the den to my studio. Lots of friends art here (what isn't here is proudly displayed in the studio--I'll share pics when I get it cleaned up). I have art from Patricia Anders, Michael DeMeng, Francie Horton, Jeannine Peregrine, Celine Navarro, John Oldham, Marie Otero, Denise Lombardozzi...a quilted piece by KC Willis, and a lovely art doll made by my sweetheart buddy Miz Katie Kendrick. There is also a small ornate mirror hanging amongst the art as well as a really old black frame piece that I found at the junk store and fell in love with.
On the opposite side of that is where I hang the art I make. It lives here until I sell it or give it away. The doors you can barely see here are to my studio.
Hang a right and you are viewing my family pictures (have lots more photos that need to be framed and hung).
On the opposite side of the family pics you'll see the beginnings of my Blythe gallery. Thanks Marie, Jeannine and Barbara for sharing pics of your girls with me! I'm going to host a framed Blythe photo swap, so if that interests you stay tuned I'm going to be posting deets soon.
In closing I want to thank dear sweet Miz Deryn for the gorgeous rosary necklace she made for me. Here I am wearing it, please don't laugh at my shiny face or squint wrinkles (young readers... here's a public service announcement--STAY OUT OF THE SUN!)Deryn has better pics of the necklace posted on her blog, along with commentary on the items she used on it.
Well shoot I just noticed that I chopped off the danglie bits of this necklace...go see it at Deryn's blog.
Oh and we have a new member of the family (2 actually, but the second one is a caterpillar named Fido that Chloe brought home from school yesterday) meet Mike--a giant boxer mix.
I'd been noticing him walking around the neighborhood, poor baby. He's either lost or had been dumped off near our house. He seems to be happy here, and he's a sweet guy so we'll keep him (although the cats are NONE too pleased w/ this recent development). We named him Mike after the LSU mascot, Mike the tiger Our Mike has really wild tiger stripes in his fur... just like a real tiger.
The big goober is scared to death of the camera for some reason--so big daddy had to "help" him pose for me. Isn't he pretty?
and look at this little puppy...
Chloe had a puppy face painted on her at the school carnival last weekend.
and just so you don't think I never share pics of the little man...here is my handsome little "J" on his THIRD electric scooter. I swear we could have bought the boy a car for what we've spent on scooters! He's a good boy though and deserves it, helps around the house and gets good grades at school. I just hope this one lasts awhile.
I'll be busy the next couple of days putting things on ebay (zines, art books, rubberstamps etc.) in an attempt to clear out some space and raise enough money to buy this
That's all for now
oxxos
Miz C
Wow! When you update, you really update! I loved reading about all of the latest haps, Carla! Can't wait to see the gallery wall take shape and your new family member is just the sweetest. Hugs, Shari
Posted by: Shari Beaubien | April 24, 2008 at 05:35 PM
Thank you ofr the lovely stroll down your halways! I am so enamored with your Blythe photos!!
The necklace is beautiful--- I have several of Deryn's pieces, and I feel so special when I wear them!
Posted by: Maija Lepore | April 24, 2008 at 07:45 PM
What a fun read, Miz Carla! Such wonderful art on those walls...and I love all the family pics!
Posted by: Paula Bogdan | April 25, 2008 at 08:56 AM
Well, you look just gorgous in it!
Posted by: Deryn Mentock | April 25, 2008 at 09:25 AM
Love your new dog. Personally, I can't get too excited about the catepillar.
Posted by: Cindy Trobaugh | April 25, 2008 at 10:30 AM
just wanted to pop in and say "boo!" ;)
Posted by: francie | April 25, 2008 at 12:22 PM
Love Mike-he looks sweet. Let me know about the Blythe photo swap!
Posted by: Gina Smith | April 25, 2008 at 10:08 PM
~*Carla*~
I have to tell you that I pop in to see your blog each month and I am really excited to see MORE blogging from you!
Your hair color is SO nice! (Hair color envy!)
The set up in your hall/gallery wall is pretty cool. And the look on that doggies face! AAWWWW so precious!
I would want to keep him too!!!
What a fun blog!
I am so glad to see more of you and the gang!
Have a fun weekend!
Amber Dawn
Posted by: Amber Dawn | April 26, 2008 at 05:58 AM
Love your gallery! I wonder what color you'll decide on. Mike looks like a great dog - thanks for adopting him. A very good deed!
Posted by: Karen Owen | April 26, 2008 at 10:28 AM
You've been a busy girl, Miz C!
I love your art and Blythe walls (and am honored to have some of my stuff there - such a thrill to see the "girs" on your Blythe wall).
You have the most adorable children - sweet and lovely like their Mama.
Mike is awesome! I love him!
Posted by: Jeannine | April 26, 2008 at 06:16 PM
I love your blog! I am 12 and I make handmade jewelry. I have just started a blog and an ETSY site where I sell my merchandise.
I would love it if you would come check out my blog!
http://www.jewelryqueens.blogspot.com/
--Cambria
Posted by: Cambria | April 26, 2008 at 11:29 PM
Aww a new doggie! You sweet pea! Can't wait to get over my jetlag and have a natter...missed you so much!
xoxox
M
Posted by: Marie | April 30, 2008 at 03:12 AM
Hey Miz Carla, loving all the photos & updates! With all the art in this house, would you believe that most of it isn't hung yet? How stupid! Come on over & help me get this done, ok:) The pupper is adorable, perfect for you & yours!
Posted by: Sue Pieper | April 30, 2008 at 12:58 PM
Kewl wall Carla! I say the dark color! Check out my blog and new purchase,speak of art! OMG it's mine!
Posted by: Joy Logan | May 05, 2008 at 09:58 AM
You looked great! No wrinkles to see! Love your hallway gallery!
Posted by: Cindy Dean | May 05, 2008 at 10:45 PM
Miss you darling!!!!
I can't believe how big the kids are getting...
WoW!!! Did I blink and miss them growing up?
Your art is so beautiful, I am praying to get back into the studio, but in the meantime, you and Claudine convinced me to Twitter:)
LOve you...
Posted by: Bernie Berlin | May 06, 2008 at 01:37 AM