My NEW website is: JonesMooreStudioArt.com

My web gallery is no longer located at www.artid.com/jonesmoore. I have a beautiful NEW website that includes new work, and information about all of my upcoming encaustic and mixed media classes: www.jonesmoorestudioart.com

Many "thanks" to my talented daughter, Jen, of Jennifer Moore Design for her countless hours and patience in designing this new website for me! When I learn how, I will be moving this blog over to my website. But for now, this is still the place for all current happenings and updates, as well as on my Jones•Moore Studio Art Facebook page. 

Thank you for "following" this blog!

I have notice that in recent weeks I have attained a few more fellow blog "followers"! I just wanted to thank you for that, and will try to keeps things interesting and up-to-date here at "La Vida Artistica". And thank you for your comments, without them I would not know if anyone is visiting! There are SO many new happenings on the horizon for me in the coming months, here's a quick outline:

•  NEW art classes at the NEW Schack Art Center in beautiful Everett, Washington. Please visit www.schack.org for updates on my encaustic and mixed media classes starting there in May, opening exhibitions and the center's GRAND OPENING happening at the end of April!

• My original encaustic and mixed media art will continue to be on display at the fabulous Fraker/Scott Gallery in downtown Seattle, near Pioneer Square. Please visit www.frakerscottgallery.com for lots of information on new exhibits, art walks and art openings.
• Yes, it's BACK! The famous one and only Artists Garage Sale, happening on Saturday, June 18 from 9-3. This year, it will take place in the NEW Schack Art Center in downtown Everett, Washington. Get there early, with lots of cash...visit www.schack.org for updates.

I do hope to see you at some of these events! Now, if I could only find some time to actually MAKE ART...

There is still space left in this wonderful mixed media journaling class!

Altered Book Journals: Document Your Life, Travels and More!

Do you have a passion for old books? The desire to journal in more creative and unique ways? In this class you will learn how to transform an old, discarded book into a very personal, expressive journal. You will learn how to prepare your book for journaling—including mixed media techniques with acrylic paints, ink, rubber stamps, collage, photographs and niches. Creative journal writing prompts will also be discussed. Beginners are welcome!

Treat yourself and a friend to an EARLY holiday gift you will never forget! Course #10.0244, class will be held on the Seattle campus of University of Washington.

REGISTRATION WILL BE OPEN THROUGH THIS THURSDAY, DEC. 2! Call 206-68-Learn to register with ASUW Experimental College, or visit http://exco.org/ and find this class under "Arts &  Crafts", Course #10.0244.

Join me for my upcoming book arts workshop!

"AHH Collage", Copyright 2005 JonesMoore

Join me for an exciting afternoon painting and collaging free-form books. We will explore the theme of Spring and Renewal–using images, fabric, paper, words and paint. This process-oriented class will open your eyes to many creative possibilities! Most materials are supplied, you don't have to worry about a thing. No experience required!
Sat 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm, 2/27 only, Location: University of washington/Seattle Campus
General Public: $50,UW Students: $32

Register: call 206-68-LEARN, or visit http://exco.org (ASUW Experimental College)

Candy Tin Assemblage class in Everett Washington!

Spend the evening (with me!) creating tiny assemblages with metal candy tins. Learn how to create fascinating works of art using “everyday” objects and collage materials. The possibilities are infinite! October 22, 5:30-8:30 p.m., $40. Contact for registration: Arts Council of Snohomish County, 425-257-8380, or visit:

http://www.artscouncilofsnoco.org/

ArtsNow Faculty Show Reception/Edmonds Art Walk Sept. 17

Pictured: "Displaced", beeswax collage, Copyright 2005 JonesMoore

There will be an reception for the ArtsNow/EDCC instructors during the Edmonds ArtWalk this Thursday, September 17, from 5–8 p.m, at the beautiful Edmonds Conference Center at 201 4th Avenue North. I will be there to promote my upcoming fall quarter classes: Beeswax Collage and Recycled Book Altars. In addition to this event, you can do the downtown Edmonds Art Walk, also taking place from 5–8 p.m. I hope to see you there!

ArtsNow/Edmonds Community College

Shrine of a Lifetime workshop offered in Edmonds, Washington

Shrine of a Lifetime workshop offered in Edmonds, Washington

Memories of Marilyn: inside, originally uploaded by jomoma58.

My upcoming workshop, "Shrine of a Lifetime", will be taking place February 21 and 28 . It will be held at Edmonds Community College (ArtsNow program) in beautiful Washington state. Here's the description:

We will be creating a fabulous shrine dedicated to a beloved person, pet, place, or idea. Learn about Mexican shrines—such as ofrendas and home altars—and their history and place in contemporary society. Discover how to manipulate various mixed media using acrylics, fabric, paper, and found objects, while also learning the art of simple attachments. Express yourself with cherished photos, handwritten notes and your own sacred objects. Your completed cigar box shrine will truly be “art from the heart.”

Pictured above: Shrine of Marilyn (my mother)