This work stems from two things- one was jewelry that my mother was discarding. Anyone who knows me- knows how much I hate to throw things out, without repurposing them for their energy or use. The next was- I had some physical changes that came … [Read more...] about 4 Something COmpletely DIFFerent
Ballard Road Art Studio Gallery
Happy New Year
HaPpY NEW Year
We greatly appreciate your support through which we have shared another year of art and ideas! See you in the New Year! … [Read more...] about HaPpY NEW Year
Inspired Mornings
Michelle's Field Notes- Great Blue Heron Stillness of the morning’s edge Thick fog- feeling heavy- moving slowly- across the sparkling water horizon Mountain morning dark- quiet reflection- pause Notice drawn- your majestic size- … [Read more...] about Inspired Mornings
The Golden Rooster
“When a Rooster Struts into your life it’s time to celebrate your uniqueness!” This “Golden Rooster” was created using reclaimed objects that are welded together, which were chosen for their connections and memories, furthering the intention of … [Read more...] about The Golden Rooster
“HIP”
“Connection”
"Commitment" 12”h x 6w x 4.5 deep Welded metal with 130 yr old Austrian glass embellishments and glass centerpiece made for the project. Notes from the presentation: Ideas behind the sculpture work – Artist Michelle Vara crosses … [Read more...] about “Connection”
“Amalgam Four Qualities”
Artist presentation- “Amalgam Four” -sculpture No. 883 Sculpture details- For this sculpture series, the piece Amalgam Four is the culmination of four core values - (A.) Connection, B.) Commitment C.) Trust, D.) Joy,) that the FPM family … [Read more...] about “Amalgam Four Qualities”