the mixed media artist

if you don't know seth apter, you are missing out.

he is a delightful human, wonderful artist,

passionate community gatherer,

and generous promoter of other artists.

his new book,

"the mixed: art tips, tricks, secrets and dreams

from over 40 amazing artists"

is coming out this month.

i had the humbling privilage

to be featured amongst this incredibly talented bunch.

it is quite surreal seeing my work

and fumbling thoughts on the creative process

printed and in such great company.

i am unspeakably grateful

for the thoughtful soulful direction

in which seth's questions and prompts

catapulted my work.

the artists were invited to create two new pieces

inspired by specific prompts.

the prompts that inspired me were

"my shadow side" and

"below the surface".

i am including a couple of in progress detail shots

of that second piece and my thoughts

on what it evokes.

crash curse in thoracic surgery
the bits and pieces will fit.

take great care not lose even one,

torn and bruised as they may be.

hold them up to the sun,

one by one,

while whistling a familiar tune.

as far as the mending itself goes,

use what you have on hand.

it will do.

pause often for tea breaks.

in time, healing is sure to take its course.

eventually,

a new song will bloom,

just below the surface. 

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to learn more about the brilliant artists

showcased in the book,

check out seth's blog for the series of spotlights

he is featuring in the month of october.

for a chance to win a free copy of the book,

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