Quite recently, Pam sent me this little handmade book. The pages inside are scraps from watercolor sheets and the cover, of course, is pure Pam. The girl inspires me constantly. A fabulous teacher, an adventurous artist and a wonderful friend. One night of our teaching trip to California, we all sat around the table and painted on brown paper with Pam's materials and encouragement. Big fun.
But without her here to push me forward, I was afraid to make any mark inside her beautiful, pristine book. Finally, I just did it.
Something small and safe way in the middle.
But since this timid image, I have filled 4 or 5 pages with color, pattern and designs. That's what she wanted me to do. So, I am.
It's getting easier.
Pam is teaching a class on May 11 at French General in LA. If I could, I would be there and if you can, you should sign up and go. This is one of my most favorite PG projects ever!
Seriously, Pam Garrison + French General = best art day ever. Don't miss it.
You are blessed to have such a kind and inspiring friend.
Posted by: Dawn | February 28, 2013 at 12:44 PM
Such a nice pal indeed! Beautiful book.
Wish I could go to the class...it is an incredibly wonderful project!
Posted by: Laura | February 28, 2013 at 02:06 PM
Awww, you are so sweet! Love and miss you always. xoxoxo So glad you are making marks in it...you can't mess it up, it's just for play!
Posted by: pam | February 28, 2013 at 02:50 PM
Beautiful book! It's so hard to use a book - I really can't do it, the more scrappy the bit of paper the happier I am to use it. A clear empty page especially in a book just intimidates me horribly. I have endless bits and pieces everywhere because I can't use a book :(
Posted by: Sara | February 28, 2013 at 06:01 PM
You go girl! You are creating a fabulous treasure! Please share when finished. :). I purchased a Fancy Pants...Artist Edition..Sand Brag Book at Archivers last week. Pam Garrison and you are inspiring. Now...to carve out a little time to create!
Posted by: Lucy Tracy | February 28, 2013 at 10:49 PM
I have to agree, Pam is so inspiring. That parasol is amazing!
Posted by: Pam | March 01, 2013 at 11:17 AM
I enjoy the little sneak peaks of your watercolors. Inspiring, as always.
Posted by: karen on bainbridge island | March 01, 2013 at 12:46 PM
you and those blank pages.... try thinking of a blank piece of fabric and the wondrous things that you do with it. too, you can always stitch right onto that paper - it's heavy enough. watercolor a soft color background, then stitch, stitch, stitch. even stitch a blanket stitch around the edges. stitch strips of torn fabric ribbon. stitch pockets onto the pages. just sayin'. it is a wonderful book and pam is a truly wonderful gal, and a great door guard ;)....xo
Posted by: nina b | March 01, 2013 at 12:52 PM
i'm glad someone else is frightened by the blank page. i do love pam's painting on brown paper and was inspired by her blog posts to give it a try...lots of fun! i love the little book...lovely idea and such a nice treat for a friend!
Posted by: sharon stanley | March 01, 2013 at 10:50 PM
I struggle with blank pages as well. So pristine! I love that little book though. What a treasure!
Posted by: Bev | March 05, 2013 at 01:42 PM