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Message 1
From: "Oscar Bearinger"
Date: Sat, 07 Mar 2009 14:24:03 GMT
Subject: [Baren 38288] Re: New Press!!
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Jurgen
the etching press plans are at:

dougforsythegallery.com

that's in Canada, by the way :o)

in my view, it's always good to have projects on the go with our kids! good
luck with it.

Oscar Bearinger
Ontario, Canada

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Message 2
From: Charles Morgan
Date: Sat, 07 Mar 2009 15:39:30 GMT
Subject: [Baren 38289] Re: New Press!!
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What a great project!!! Congratulations ... I am sure you will get a lot of use out of it. And you can take great pride in having done it yourself.

Cheers ....... Charles

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Message 3
From: Marilynn Smith
Date: Sat, 07 Mar 2009 15:49:18 GMT
Subject: [Baren 38290] Re: New Baren Digest (HTML) V46 #4732 (Mar 7, 2009)
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I used to think my work was unconnected and that it did not make a
cohesive group until some one said, I would know your work anywhere.
I think it takes time to build a body of work. And, as Barbara said
several different themes helps. I remember the grouping of abstract
pieces I did , than there are the nudes, the flowers, etc. But, now
for the most part, I just enjoy what I do and don't worry about it. I
guess it depends on your objective. I seem to get on a kick to do
work a certain way for awhile, maybe even a few years. Than, I get
bored and move to something else, but each group is a body of work, so
it takes time to build them. I also think that if you create from
inside and do what come naturally that it is a part of you and as such
reflects you. It becomes you and will be recognized as yours. I say
relax and let the juices flow. Don't worry too much about it and push
yourself, enjoy your work, it will show. Fresh starts in new
directions happen when you get inspiration from somewhere. I got an
accident once from a mail order paper order. Instead of sending me
the printmaking paper they sent me full sheet watercolor paper. At
first I was dismayed and having a fit. Than I took it as a sign that
maybe I should get back to doing more watercolors, especially of my
wonderful view. I now have a small series, that is ongoing of full
sheet landscapes. If you want to belong to an organization why not
just submit. I would think that if you are not accepted they would at
least give you a critique of why they think you need to work on
something a little more. That can only help you grow. Also, I would
think just the experience of putting together a grouping in a
professional way would be more than helpful. If you want it go after
it!

Marilynn

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Message 4
From: Annie Bissett
Date: Sat, 07 Mar 2009 16:49:18 GMT
Subject: [Baren 38291] Re: cohesive body of work
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Thanks Sharri and Georga for the comments about my latest print!

Viza and Robert Simola (who first asked the question on his blog)
raise a great topic -- what makes a body of work "cohesive"? I like
Barbara's reminder that it can be as simple as a color palette, or a
single element that tracks through a group of prints. Or it can be
exploration of a single topic, or a single style or technique.

The question that comes up for me, though: is it really necessary to
have a cohesive body of work, and when is it necessary? Sounds like
if one wants to join the California Society of Printmakers it's
necessary! If you want to be a career artist I suppose it's
necessary. But I think it can often be counterproductive to focus on
being cohesive. Exploration is one of the ways we learn and one of
the joys of art-making, and printmaking processes are constricting
enough without confining oneself also to a "style." I think that
ultimately cohesiveness comes from deeply and widely (and wildly!)
exploring one's own inclinations and doing it long and hard.

Cool video about Tom Kristensen's work! Beautiful Obama prints.

best,
Annie

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Message 5
From: cjchapel # casco.net
Date: Sat, 07 Mar 2009 16:49:25 GMT
Subject: [Baren 38292] Re: New Baren Digest (HTML) V46 #4732 (Mar 7, 2009)
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Viza,

First, I can tell your work when I see it. So there must be some
cohesiveness there. Second, I'd say don't worry about it but I know
you will. Rejection is tough. I was rejected by a Portland
printmakers group who told me that I had no soul. Now that really
hurts. (they complimented me on following the rules of presentation
and cohesiveness, however!) But your work is recognizable and I agree
with Terry, it might just indicate that you are an artist. Please
don't change your vision even if you could.

I just looked all over the studio for a Rick Bantock book that has an
applicable quote. Now there's someone that's all over the board. You
may or may not like his work, but I'll keep looking for the quote. I
"cleaned" the studio; THAT'S the reason I can find it. :-)

cheers,
C.Chapel


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http://www.carolchapel.com
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Message 6
From: Jürgen Stieler
Date: Sat, 07 Mar 2009 17:50:14 GMT
Subject: [Baren 38293] Re: New Press!!
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Dear Oscar,

thank you very much for your information, I just ordered a DVD with the
plans.

Best
Jurgen

Oscar Bearinger schrieb:
> Jurgen
> the etching press plans are at:
>
>
>
> that's in Canada, by the way :o)
>
> in my view, it's always good to have projects on the go with our
> kids! good luck with it.
>
> Oscar Bearinger
> Ontario, Canada
>
>

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Message 7
From: Sharri LaPierre
Date: Sat, 07 Mar 2009 18:07:00 GMT
Subject: [Baren 38294] Re: cohesive body of work
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Viza and Robert,

In answer to your question about what makes a cohesive body of work, I
think Barbara about covered it. But, I would like to add that if you
take one subject and explore it thoroughly, you will end up with a
cohesive body of work without having to worry about what you're
doing. I did a portfolio once that featured three women. These three
women did all kinds of things, they had parties, once they had a tea
party, they invented Jazz, then they invented Literature, etc.
Although the characters changed somewhat throughout the series, (they
must have gone on a diet because they were noticeably slimmer at the
end), they remained otherwise consistent and were always placed in
nature. It was my Goddess Series - they were always bald as I figured
only Goddesses would have the chutspah to go out without hair, most of
us would wear a hat or wig! The works were all multiple plate color
etchings, and although they were all the same size and printed in the
same style, some were vertical and some were horizontal.
Having been a juror for the Northwest Print Council (are you a member
there? You should be!!) many times I can tell you that Jurors look
for neat margins, and the care with which the prints are presented,
too. That just shows your respect for your work and the Jurors. A
portfolio case needn't be expensive, it can be made of fomecore with
glassine interleaving and a velcro fastener. Since the advent of
computers, a label with your name on the front is a nice touch, and
a pocket or envelope with your Vitae and Statement should be
enclosed. Hope that helps!

Cheers ~
Sharri

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