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Soaring to Success Interviews of Artists, Writers and Photographers Their work, creative spaces and techniques ELIZABETH ST. HILAIRE NELSON This admirable girl is already Soaring..she has reached success...but this driven artist pushes though everything with her determination and perseverance. Once she reaches a goal, I can see that she reaches higher for a new goal, once she reaches that ... another new, higher goal. She's not finished, she is ready for anything life tosses her way. She is open to the twists and turns and new highways ahead. If you know of Elizabeth St. Hilaire Nelson, then you know what I'm talking about...if you don't know her then you will be glad that I'm introducing you to her now! This extraordinary artist is one you will be thrilled to follow! 1. Introduce yourself. Name, City, State, Country .. and describe what you do, what’s your passion? Elizabeth St. Hilaire Nelson, Collage .. from Longwood, Florida, USA Elizabeth St. Hilaire Nelson Here is what Elizabeth does...see what her passion is --- Click on this link to see her!!! TV Interview on PBS!!!!! She has a fascinating story! Recent piece! (Too cute!!!) 2. When did you know you wanted to be an artist? I have wanted to be an artist since I was in elementary school. When I heard the art teacher making her rounds with the Art Cart in the hallway, I would be riddled with anticipation of her coming to our room. As she handed out the little green handled scissors, construction paper, glitter, glue, and told us to start to cut and paste ornaments on a collaged christmas tree, I was filled with joy. This has always been my experience with art, from the very beginning. See how this PEACOCK was made!!! Watch this video: Progression of a Peacock 3. What are your fears? How have you faced them? I am afraid of Sharks. I really am. This is ironic because I am a triathlete, which means I have to compete in a swim. I used to limit myself to races which only included fresh water swims. Last April I made myself sign up for St. Anthony's and I started training and mentally preparing for an open ocean swim. I trained with a plastic shark tub toy, took him to every swim, in my pocket on every ride, and tucked into my shoulder strap on every run. I reminded myself that it was a silly fear that I just needed to face and get past. I did it! I completed the one-mile open ocean swim in the Tampa Bay, I am still afraid but I just make myself get in that water and try to remind myself of all the fears I have faced in my career, and conquered. If you put your mind to it, you can do it. (see photo) Nelson's fear... sharks! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PaperPaintingsCollageArtwork Blog: http://elizabethsthilairenelson.blogspot.com web: www.PaperPaintings.com 4. What makes you different…unique from others? what makes my artwork different from others is the process. My collage work of hand-painted papers is very unique. I use the papers in a painterly manner, so that when the viewer steps back, the work looks like a painting. Only upon close inspection do people typically realize that the art is made of tiny bits of torn paper adhered on top of an acrylic painting, on wood panel. Hand- Painted Papers More Painted Papers painted papers by Nelson 5. Any secrets to reveal about the tools you use or your techniques? Tips or tricks? What makes your art different? What makes my work special is that I hand-paint all my own collage papers with a variety of techniques, using fluid acrylic paints. I often paint old book pages, personal notes, maps, paper doilies, and even my kids homework. (Joan's comment:) Oh, so your kids don't have to use the excuse, "the dog ate the homework"...instead it's..."my mom used my homework in her artwork" excuse!!! ...LOL sooo funny...just kidding! My inspirational quote: "When was the last time you did something for the first time?" I am always trying to do more. Goat Boy Scout group 6. What are your goals and inspirations? Where will you hope to be in 2 years? 5 years? 10 years? I want to experience all that I can on this journey. Every year I try to do something different, try something new. I started training and competing in the sport of triathlon when I was 40. I joined the community symphony as an adult after years of hiatus from my childhood violin lessons. This year I plan to become a Hospice volunteer. In two years I might try to complete a Half Iron Man, maybe. In 5 years I'd like to be a total full time artist, not having to rely on my graphic design skills to make a living. In 10 years I'd like to consider teaching art at the college level, and perhaps earn a Master's degree in Art History myself. But I always leave my heart, my mind, and my options open, because you just never know where this journey is going to take you. Elizabeth Nelson at work 7. Where is your creative space or studio? Her Studio My art studio is a free standing building in my back yard. 20-paces from my kitchen door, I am allowed to multi task to the extreme. Cook dinner, run laundry, varnish, drive kids to dance/swim, work at my computer, paint an under--painting. 8.How much time do you devote to your work? Because I am a full time mom, a part time graphic artist, and a part time painter, my studio time can be hap hazard. I try to paint all day on Thursday and Friday. Sometimes if my M,T,W are not too crazy, I get out there in the afternoon on those days as well. Sometimes I paint at night to catch up. Weekends are fair game for anything, that's the beauty of the space being so close to home, yet separated enough that I can leave it a mess and close the door. 9. What are your “whispers” or callings begging you to do? I want to earn a Masters in Art History, I want to write a memoir, I want to expand my style through experimentation, I want to be physically active for as long as I can. I want to live in Sedona, AZ, I want to learn how to make pottery.... I want to do it all! 10. Do you keep a daily journal or sketchbook, or write in a diary? I do not. I keep a pile of scrap papers with notes on them that I often cannot find when I need them. :) Nelson with all her hand-painted papers 11. How do you market yourself? How do you plan to get “the word” out there?? My marketing includes FaceBook, Blog, Instagram, Twitter, self promotional printed materials (postcards, brochures) I am in galleries nationally which promote my work. I do not advertise, I have been written up in several magazines, I am selling. One of the design choices for her bags Nelson's handbags 12. What type of music (if any) do you listen to when you create? Musical choice runs the gamut for me. I like Top 40, Jazz, Memphis Blues. My all-time favorite band is Big Head Todd and the Monsters. They make me smile, and being happy makes for some good painting. Over the Moon 13. Who is your favorite artist, photographer, author? … In other words, who do you admire, and look up to? My husband is my favorite photographer: DouglasNelsonPhotography.com Facebook: DouglasNelsonPhotography My favorite artist has been Gustav Klimt since college. I love reading the hook and twist mystery novels of Harlan Coben. Current artists I admire are Kimberly Kelly Santini for her color and juicy brush work and Lisa Daria Kennedy for her detail within her simplicity. Margaret Dyer for her amazing color in pastel, and Larry Moore for his incredible plein air landscapes. Artist friends, her daughter and Elizabeth 14. Are you encouraged to follow your creative path by your family or friends? My husband and children are incredibly supportive in my creative path. I could not do it without them. My fellow artist friends are amazing for support and sound-boarding. I am very lucky. 15. How do come up with titles for your work? I love alliteration 16. Do you work on one project at a time ..or have several going on at a time? I typically have several things going on at one time to meet the demand of various deadlines. And once in a while i throw something on the easel just for me. WOW! Another video to enjoy: Progression of a Peacock II check it out! Off the Deep End Elizabeth St. Hilaire Nelson TOTALLY NEW! COLLAGE IN PROGRESS VIDEO TV INTERVIEW currently on PBS Learn her tips, techniques and admire her talent!!!! buy my COLLAGE DVD see my ART on HANDBAG collage process BOOKS Collage BOOKS collage art on iPhone cases NEW my art BLOG my WEBSITE find me on FACEBOOK find me on TWITTER call me 321-277-4553 Elizabeth: You are one amazingly talented woman! You are an inspiration to me, -- everyone you teach, meet, and speak to... and everyone that reads about you!!! Thank you for allowing me to interview you. I have followed you and your artistic eye on your blog and web-site.. and adore your wonderfully creative artwork! My own Elizabeth Nelson piece -Paper Paintings Collage Original!! OH....Did I mention, that I am the proud owner of one of her beautiful, original, Koi pieces???!!! Oh Yes, I am! : ) I admire your perseverance through your life's journey. I have to tell you that you are remarkable in the way that you approach your time management for family, work, artwork, exercise and all ...makes me realize I must get a "move-on" and get myself in gear. I could accomplish so much more if I would use my time wisely...what an incredible person you are! Because you are such a marvelous artist with an unbelievable amount of energy to accomplish all that you do, I knew that you would be the perfect artist to feature on my blog as inspiration to all the other artists and creative souls that are reading this post!!!! THANK YOU! xxoo JOAN If you are an artist and would like to be featured on this blog, please contact me for consideration. [email protected]
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A pair of dresser cabinets designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, USA, 1950/60s. Featuring a floating vanity which rests between the two cabinets. This set can be used with or without the vanity. Each cabinet features four drawers with uncommon metal pulls and satin black drawer fronts. The set has been refinished and is in overall good condition with minimal signs of wear. Each cabinet is 29.75" high. 34" wide and 18.5" deep. The set combined has a total length of 98" inches. Both dressers retain their original Herman Miller foil label. Please note that the matching vanity stool is also available for sale in a separate listing, please inquire if you have any questions. less
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*I just updated this to include a link to the full document at the bottom of this post. I am so excited so many have joined me in doing this challenge. I know we're blessed for following counsel from the leaders of our church. If the link doesn't work, feel free to email me at ashleyjaggi at gmail.* One of the leaders in my church issued a challenge in January to read all the citations about Jesus Christ as listed in the back of the scriptures and promised those listening that if they would proceed to learn all they can about Jesus Christ, their love for Him and for God’s laws would grow beyond what they could currently imagine. This seemed overwhelming and I quickly gave up. But then he posted that he did this in just 6 weeks and gave us an idea of how in this post. Here is the picture he posted. There are 2,249 citations in the scriptures we use. Now that he made it more concrete for me, I'm going to try again. I plan to break it into 90 days, which is 25 citations a day. I copied the citations into a word doc similar to the printed sheets he used to help me keep track. I can send them to you if you'd like. :) Here is a link to the full doc. I printed the first page separately as a reference throughout and then the pages 2 to 30 front and back. Want to join me?
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