It happens in nature so why wouldn't it or shouldn't it happen in art?  I'm talking about cross pollination.  The outcome of this force of nature is new creations.  As artists don't we think or believe that the same can be true in creating art?  I'm not talking about entering into a Vulcan Mind Meld, but to experience new artistic ideas and seeing how they can be reinterpreted in the medium/sandbox where you play.

As President of Front Range Contemporary Quilters, I've been stressing the importance of breaking out in the art world.  I've urged members to leave the textile world for a jaunt in the larger art arena and see what's new, exciting, fresh and trend setting.  The next step in this process is to see how all this inspiration translates in their own work.

This week we had the honor and pleasure of having one of Denver's great artists come speak to us...Stan Meyer.  Stan creates masterful pieces of work using tar paper that is woven into architectural, sculptural, mythic pieces of art.  One of the great parts of his presentation was the DVD he shared of him working in his studio.  I know the members were enthralled with the step-by-step creation of the work.  I know it sparked lots of ideas based on the questions that came from the audience.

Even though Stan isn't a seasoned speaker, according to him, you'd never know it.  I first met Stan at Havu gallery and then when he participated in a men's show with two other artists at Ironton.  Based on my conversations with him I knew he'd be able to convey the magic of his work because he embodies it in every day life.  He is the personification of passion and that is contagious.

Locally you can see Stan's work at Havu gallery or visit Palettes (the restaurant) at the Denver Art Museum where some work is hanging.  I hope you get to meet him and get caught up in the enthusiasm of creation.

Hope you find ways to cross pollinate...
Greg

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