I have the idea to write a few sentences on each of the 14 handcrafted aprons in HANDMADE. They were crafted by keen and skilled friends who have skills which I lack. The Aprons highlight the importance of often traditionally ‘women’s work’. These skills often are downplayed as time-fillers or home craft and not valued for the beauty and creativity they express.
By the Way, Whoever thought that aprons are not ‘NOW’. Look at this website…
Hello Flossie,
Anon ‘ Clever, but not my style of art. Lovely visually.’ 26/2
Cheers Jill
Hi Jill,
Though there is good with bad in many of these comments, it is already getting rather depressing for me, as you can imagine. It is possible for you to also think of and send a few ‘inquiring questions’ that I can get my teeth into? For example, ‘Could you please tell me how you came to the idea behind Holy Safety Net?’ There is so much more to art than what a person likes or dislikes. Many artists explore meaningful topics…like spirituality…in a wide range of styles. Can we talk about the essence of the work, instead of effects? See John Garrett Book Publisher’s ‘Soul Journey’.
I do appreciate your input and I know this is not really your responsibility but I had wanted the Blog to extend the exhibition discussion, not to give space generally to critical, that is good or bad, comments – especially ‘anonymous’ ones (see one of my previous BBBBlogs). I already know that many will find this work challenging. These views should not be reinforced on the Blog unless the authors want to learn something more from the work. I wish to move beyond first impressions for those who are interested.
Many thanks for your help in all of this,
Flossie
Someone told me they were asked point blank, ‘What do you want to happen after you die?’ It was not their minister, or a friend who inquired so personally, but their Financial Advisor! Makes sense, of course, but why do the rest of us shy away from discussing questions like these – even with our closest friends or parents for that matter?
Gives room for consideration…