Nov 16th, 2008
Phil Isaacson, an art reviewer for the Portland Press Herald, hits all the right notes in his piece on the Peregrine Press show at the Saco Museum (Oct/Nov 2008). Here’s the text of the review. I’ve added a link to a PDF of the article, which includes images of work by Allison Hildreth, [...]
Oct 17th, 2008
I’ve been mulling over making an edition of books to enjoy the intense improvement that comes with concerted practice. As is my wont, I have inveigled a group of friends to join me in this experience. We are considering using a Link Stitch binding. Here’s a link to a PDF of the long-and-link-stitch instructions we’re [...]
Oct 12th, 2008
My sister Jenny was sweet enough to bring her pipes up to Maine this weekend. I asked her to play Amazing Grace as a celebration of my 53rd birthday. It is wonderful to see my sister play my father’s pipes and lose herself in the music. The hyperlink I’ve included here starts with a great [...]
Sep 29th, 2008
Two of my prints will be in an exhibition of new works by Peregrine Press artists at the Saco Museum. George and I have been enjoying them for a few days and were sorry to send them south.
“Life Force” (left) is the newest print in my series exploring the mystery of our physical being. [...]
Sep 18th, 2008
Most of my work in art is based on the pleasure of making something. My earliest experiences in making were in the kitchen with my sisters. We baked cookies or a cake every single night. Baking continues to be a pleasure and so I have added a Baking page to share these pleasures with you.
Jun 28th, 2008
I have to restart this blog because I lost all my posts (and neglected to back up).
And it’s a good day to start because I have something to celebrate! I finally got an edition of prints to add to the Peregrine Press portfolio!
I’ve been so busy with other parts of my life that I had [...]