Spring Experiments in Laser Cutting and 3D Printing

Wasn't able to work in my studio much this semester but I did get a chance to experiment with some new technology. This semester myself my architecture students and I got a chance to play with a 3-D printer and a laser cutter FSU's Facility for Arts Research. http://artsresearch.fsu.edu/

On the left, you'll see some of my students' Models. On the right are some of my little experiments using the laser cutter. I made a little paper "quilt" (The white and gray piece) As well as a ring of black Paper Modules. I call it "The
Crown".

I am trying to obtain a residency at the facility so I can do some experiments with fabric. I have some ideas about doing a series of lasered cut abstract maps that use a lot of layering and transparency to map the change of a place across time.

Childhood Artwork

CHILDHOOD ARTWORK.. (Awww!)

Was at my Dad's house. My family & I were strolling down memory lane as we sorted through Dad's possessions for him, he is about to make a major life shift. Many of us will be at this type of crossroad soon enough. Nice to have us all working together with my sis Sylvia Scruggs Colbert at the helm.

Among the photos, floppy disks, music tapes and other old school treasures we came upon this little bit of artwork I did in junior high or perhaps a bit earlier. Warm memories of childhood edged forward and I was touched that dear Dad kept it all these years.

It is made up of thousands of pieces of food color dyed rice-- meticulously placed by me with a toothpick and a dab of Elmer's glue. Whoah! I mean this required a lot of patience, geez! I still like working with teeny tiny bits. SMH.....

Back on Blogger......

I have missed the blogger format for quite a while....so I've decided to move back in!

Studio News from Cartographic Constructions: Winter 2011

Studio News from Cartographic Constructions: Winter 2011

Two pieces in book to honor Oprah Winfrey

In A Time, A Season - A Visual Tribute to Oprah Winfrey, Janelle Dowell-Publisher of Black Art in America, recently published a book to celebrate the creative life of Oprah Winfrey. I was honored to be one of many artists whose work was chosen for the book.

It features artists from across the country (and the Bahamas). This book will be presented to Oprah Winfrey herself. Awesome...... The art inside is inspiring!

Hot off the Press......

Quilting Arts February/March 2011
"See how Valerie Goodwin creates collaged art maps using fabric, paint, and thread."

If you recall, a few months back I developed a matrix of goals for myself. Writing and publishing an article in a widely read magazine for definitely one of my goals.

So I hope you'll buy the latest Quilting Arts magazine and take a look at my article!

I Got Tagged

I'm IT. Well not that kind of IT, but I was tagged by Mary, who was tagged by Lisa. Then Mary tagged me. So check out Mary's blog and see what great things that she is doing. And while you are there, don't forget to see who else she has tagged and take a peek at all her followers and followees. What fun to discover exciting new and creative bloggers.

Since I was so honored, I'm going to continue to share the award and name some fellow blogger friends who I'm sure would love your company also.

If you choose to participate, the rules are:

1. Tell who tagged you.

2. Add a link to their blog.

3. Award 3-5 bloggers who you think deserve this award.

Inform them & post directions to your blogspot.

Please don't tag people who already have 300 followers.

The goal of this award is get more publicity to blogs that are good, but not so well known.

So in the spirit of the award, I am tagging Marion, Liz and Rayna! hope you will check out their blogs and enjoy them as much as I do! They are wonderfully talented artists.

All the best!