Holy crazy week, batman. This one has been a doosie, but I would like you to know that I survived, got my wisdom teeth taken out, and am currently in bed recovering for the next couple of days. It'll be a nice (but unfortunately very painful) change of pace. Maybe thinking about the things I like this week will help.
1. When the peonies bloom
I always notice when my dad's peonies bloom every year, and they never fail to make me smile.
2. Vintage textile patterns
My friend Abbey and I found a whole ream of this awesome fabric at a vintage sale we went to, and we found it for quite the deal. I love this stuff. And it really aided in our backdrop making for our vintage photo booth at the gathering on main.
3. Maps
I alway think maps are interesting and cool. I'm also thinking about starting a lot of map projects.
4. Interactive things
We asked people to tell us their story in 5 words, then we documented it with a Polaroid picture.
I wholeheartedly believe that the best way to get people interested in your work is to involve them in it. That factor is one of the many things I love about Xm Productions. This week our project was Owasso's gathering on main, and we had all sorts of interactive and interesting things for people to do.
Spraypaint chalk was made.
5. Funny hats
That's Hannah, she's adorable.
Whether it's a cowboy hat, or a graduation cap, I'm in. Also I graduated this week, so that was fantastic.
These artists are just as talented as they are wonderful people. I'm so glad I got to learn, travel, and dream with these absolutely incredible students.
"Hear ye, hear ye." - Gary Moeller
This guy is 89% legend and 11% the lovable grandpa everyone wants in their life.
It's always great to learn from people who are both incredibly knowledgeable and entertaining, and that would definitely encompass Denny Schmickle. Plus he makes rad patterns, so respect.
6. Chalkboards
In addition to the millions of other things I did this week I drew on 5 chalkboards for the Mother's Day brunch at my church. I loved the challenge and the fact that I could draw a lot of flowers, because Mother's Day.
The stageing area...
7. Umbrellas
Only it never rains when I have one on hand.
8. Thunder storms
It has stormed a lot this week because it's spring time in Oklahoma. I wouldn't change a thing though. I like the lightening and thunder.
9. 30 rock
30 Rock is the best show to go to when you have a lot on your mind grapes.
It teaches you vauable lessons like:
-never go with a hippy to a second location
-treat every week like its shark week
-you shouldn't use ghost busters for evil
and
-you can have it all, but also you can't.
10. My mom
This post would not be complete with out some Mother's Day love. My mom is by far the sweetest person that I have ever had the privilege of knowing, she is unbelievably kind to everyone she meets. She is definitely the greatest mom anyone could ever ask for, and I'm glad she's mine.
Now go call your mom, or watch an episode of 30 rock or something.
Lemon, out.
