My lamp fixture...

I needed a new lampshade. I had made one last summer in the colors that matched my kitchen. Lime green, yellow and turquoise, however those colors (as bright as they did look) dimmed the light needed in my kitchen area where I often worked. So I decided to create a new one that was light in color. Not only is the kitchen area much brighter...this lamp fixture is dramatic and abstract. I will probably add more clear glass gems to round out the design a little more - but I like it. It's interesting.

Yes - thats me....

We drove by this big billboard on our way into downtown Bartlesville before the show. Jim said, "Hey - on our way out, why don't I give you a boost and get you up there on that billboard to take a picture?" So on the way out of town after the opening night, we did just that. It was a little wobbly standing out on that platform and I had to dodge a wasp or two but I loved being up there. I didn't want the experience to end.

Thanks for taking the time to look at my blog. I apologize if I might not have someone's name correct on the following photos. It was a whirlwind weekend at the opening night of the UK/OK Price Tower Art Exhibit. I am still looking back and remembering all of the art I saw, and the people I met. As a result of my participation, prior to the show I immersed myself into information about Frank Lloyd Wright. I feel glad to have been exposed to his life, his design principals and

philosophy and to experience staying in one of his buildings which is one of his only fully realized skyscrapers located in Bartlesville, Ok.

A special lady....

This is my Aunt Virginia. It was her birthday on the day of the exhibit. She had driven from Kansas to spend her birthday weekend with her sister and her husband from Tulsa. They were able to drive to come see me that evening. She is a special lady and I love her. She lives on a big farm and has a beautiful collection of Roosters.

Some interesting people I met this weekend....

This is Christine Staton, Director of Visitor Services at the Price Tower Arts Center. The PTAC gave me the opportunity to display some of my smaller pieces of glass art in their museum gift store. I met her in Tulsa to deliver my art. She collected pieces from other Tulsa artists on that day then later created a beautiful display of all our work in her store. She is talented as it takes an "eye" to create a display of different items that "invites you in". She incorporated all of the works nicely with all of the additional interesting items the gift store had for sale.

This IS the man behind it all. WOW - Scott Perkins...what a pleasure it has been to work with you. He is a scholar in the history of decorative arts, design, and culture and has served as the Price Tower Art Center's Curator of Collections and Exhibitions since January 2006. He was patient with me as I had not been through this process before. He "master-minded" the entire event while in the process of planning events for the Price Tower Arts Center that are scheduled two and three years down the road. Much of the funding to support the center is created through grants which requires planning so far into the future. He has some exciting projects in the works for the Arts Center. The UK/OK exhibit came about as a result for the need to bring attention back to hand-crafted design and to honor and embrace these traditions. It was the first time for me to be a part of this kind of event as I usually participate in events that primarily consist of talented painters and photographers. I felt like I fit in with this group of artists.

This is Jim, my boyfriend. His father, the late Jack Hill was a talented artist himself. Jim grew up around art and enjoys being with me at these events. We went up to the 15th and 16th floor of the Price Tower to the Copper Bar. You could look outside and see the city lights of Bartlesville.

I regret to say that I can not recall the names of these two people. I have no excuses. He stepped in to quickly offer taking the picture of Jim and myself.

He and his girlfriend were from outside of the United States and had taken a month off to visit all of the works of Frank Lloyd Wright. They had been to several places already, including "Fallingwater" in Ohiopyle (Bear Run) Pennsylvania. They said that some of the places they had visited you could not get inside. They stayed there one night in the skyscraper and said they really had enjoyed being able to experience this building. We talked briefly about Frank Lloyd Wright, who he was, and his architectural designs.
They were very nice.

What the UK/OK Exhibit looked like inside.

These are some photos I took to show what the exhibit looked like on the inside. Scott and his crew were able to take each piece art and exhibit them in such a way as if that particular piece was all that you saw. I am not sure if this is clear or not...but he honored every piece of art in this space and accentuated the diversity of each piece. In the end, he was able to bring all of this beauty and diversity into one exceptional presentation. Enjoy....

I was curious as to where or how my art would be displayed and to my surprise when I walked in...there it was. It was the first collection that people would see...and would draw them in for the UK/OK experience. I was proud but felt humbled at the same time. Jim took this picture as I stood incognito....as they did not know it was my glass art they were standing near. It felt very humbling and special to be in that moment with myself.

This doesn't look big in the photo....but it was the long panel (at least five feet long) that hung at the entry way to the exhibit.

In the lobby - A Sacred Space....

Every time I was near this mural - I found myself wanting to stand and stare at its beauty and color. It was created in 1979 by Pauli Lame, a designer and fabricator. It is called "Willow and Reflection". There is another piece to this design which is a table that sits in the center of the lobby. It was removed for additional space for the opening reception.There they are...hanging proudly. Scott Perkins, the Curator for this exhibit told me that it was rare to have art in the lobby - which is considered "sacred space". I felt humbled inside when he shared this with me. Scott then said with a smile...that finding the right spot and hanging these pieces caused a little drama behind the scenes for the Curator Crew. I said...tell me...tell me...!!
Scott mentioned that they considered several places to hang these three pieces but every option fell short of what he had envisioned. He tried different windows, had lights shining on them, but when he saw that light reflecting from behind and space for all three together was in the lobby - he said this is where they must go.

Pat, the receptionist was very nice. She made me feel very welcome. She said she had not been used to having the curtains open and also having art out here that was so colorful. Many people help volunteer to keep the Price Tower Arts Center and they have very dedicated employees who believe in the Arts Center as well as the Architectural works of Frank Lloyd Wright.

Marie Miller, an Embroidery Artist from Oklahoma City relaxes. It was quiet and peaceful in this space.

More artists, whose work caught my eye....

This was a view from within the exhibit. The colorful flowers in the foreground are called, "Romanian Poppies" created by Whitney Forsyth from Tulsa, Oklahoma.

This was interesting to me. The first two pieces on display was called "Gold Room Scene" The third piece to the right is called "Oriental Garden". Embroidered vintage wallpapers, with leather and felt. Created by Claire Coles from London, England.

"Shoots", by Glass Artist Elin Isaksson who is from Stirling, Scotland. Hand blown and sand blasted glass in various dimensions.

Tile Mosaic by Brooks Tower called "Nothing You Say". From the collection of Dortha Killian and DJ Lafon.

Some of the artist represented...

Green Garden - 2009, created by glass artist, Suzanne Wallace Mears. She is from Oklahoma City, Ok. This piece is kiln-formed glass, metal, and sea cypress.

This piece was created by Embroidery Artist Marie Miller who is from Oklahoma City, Ok. It is called "Sunrise, Sunset". Hand dyed and painted cotton embroidery.

Three artists were featured here. I do know that the bracelet on the left was created by Joni Younkins-Herzog who is from Tulsa, Oklahoma. The bracelet was created with sterling silver and boulder opal.

The purse is a Recycled Teabag Handbag made from recycled tea bags, natural rubber latex and cloth. This Fiber artist is from Norwich, England. Her name is Clare Goddard.

The Four Seasons of Oklahoma

Hand-dyed and commercially dyed fabrics, paint and thread.

By Kate Kline

From Tulsa, Oklahoma, Quilting

Roots of Life - 2007

100 year old vine roots, electric cables, copper and hemp.

By Ornella Iannuzzi

From London, England, Jewlery

The Wright Place Museum Store

This is me standing in front of the glass art display created by Christine Staton, Director of Visitor Services. She along with the help of her staff worked to create a beautiful display featuring some smaller works by some of the featured artists. I am thankful to the Price Tower Arts Center for allowing me the privilege to be there. The baskets and bracelets below with the decorated gourds above went very well together. Great job - Christine!

Posing in front of the Billboard

Doing the UK/OK Boogie Woogie Dance...actually I was hanging on for dear life!!!

What pose should I try next????

Old cheerleader poses start coming to mind.....

Ta DaaaaaaH -

Thank you for taking the time to be on my art journey with me. There is never a dull moment - always something new around the bend.

I feel blessed to have been part of this experience. Thank you to Christine, Samantha, Joan, Paula - (who gave us that great tour) the nice chef and and bar mistress at the Copper Bar and a big Thank YOU to - Mr. Scott Perkins.

I will never forget this experience.

Jennifer Lynn Farrar

More Mosiacs...Jennifer Lynn - what is happening?

I guess I caught a "Mosaic Bug" when I went to Florida this summer because I just began another Mosaic project at my house. I have almost completed my front porch. A ten foot by five foot space that I jumped into first - ughhhh. (a pretty big project for a beginner - why do I do that to myself). It needs to be cleaned and sealed. Once that is done I will upload the entire process.

This second project came soon after. I had painted on this piece of cement a few years ago, but I thought it needed a face lift. Wha-la...so I gathered and organized everything I wanted to incorporate in the design. I recycled lots of material from my bus studio, and grabbed a few of my older green dinner plates out of my kitchen. Hey - I can always pick up a few more from the thrift shop or an estate sale!!!

When I know there is no chance of rain I will then put another layer of grout adhesive on it. Clean it and seal it. I am anxious to see what they both look like once they are completed.

The two mosaics have added a little more character to my house and are pleasant to be around. I will have to do one more project - three is a good number.
Right now I am eyeballing an old round side table in my house.....
hhhhhhmmmmmmm

Trying something new....

I have never tried any type of hanging glass art before. This is my first experiment. I was inspired by a glass artist who had some glass art hanging in St. Augustine, Florida. The artist soldered together glass shapes and hung the soldered shape with fishing line.

If you look hard enough you can see the leaded crystal I hung in the middle. When I create more, I will leave more openings so that you can see the hanging crystal inside. I also may experiment with different shapes. These were completed at night and I didn't get a chance to take some photos of them with life reflecting through. I had fishing line but I thought the chain added to the edginess of the shape, colors, and odd angles.

Pawnee Belle

UK/OK Glass Portrait on Display - August 7th 2009 - January 2010
Price Tower Art Gallery - Bartlesville, Oklahoma

Medicine Man

UK/OK Glass Portrait on display - August 7th 2009 - January 2010.
Price Tower Art Gallery - Bartlesville, Oklahoma

Osage Warrior

UK/OK Glass portrait on display - August 7th 2009 - January 1st 2010
Price Tower Art Gallery - Bartlesville, Oklahoma