Kirsten Ashley
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I’m excited to announce that I will be one of the 180 participants showing artwork at Delaware Fun-A-Day this year. I’ve participated in this challenge previously. The general gist for those who are unfamiliar with it is this: Artists are encouraged to create small pieces of art each day in the month of September. This
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I went for my first visit to the west coast this month. While visiting Washington I visited Seattle, Tacoma, and Olympia. I’m from the other side of the country. We have mountains, beaches, ocean, and coast. I was struck by the subtle differences in the skyline- the boats, the fact that the snow-capped Ranier mountain
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I was lamenting my hormonal woes and how they can lead me to feel out of control of my emotions when the menstrual monster is lurking under the bed. A friend commented “It’s like the drunk text of womanhood.” That phrase was so apt. I knew I had to draw it in some capacity. Well,
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Every year in late spring Wilmington turns its skating rink into an outdoor beach themed beer garden, complete with sand, boardwalk, and lounge chairs. It’s pretty fun. Last night I made my annual pilgrimage there. Sketching, drinking, and putting your toes in the sand makes for a rather enjoyable night.
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While on a road trip to Maine this weekend I stopped to sketch some of the cityscape. Below is the view on Middle Street in Portland, Maine.
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Whatsoever I’ve feared has Come to life Whatsoever I’ve fought off Became my life Just when everyday Seemed to greet Me with a smile Sunspots have faded And now I’m doing time Cause I fell on Black days
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“I’m late, I’m late! I’m late for an important date,” cried the white rabbit. I showed at Art Max Expo last month, and of course I’m not posting about it until now. Better fashionably late than never. This was it’s kickoff show. It was put together from a fellow Delaware artist. There was a lovely
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I’m bringing another art class to the library! This time it’s upcycling used magazines , books, and newspapers from the library to make vibrant Spring collages. The class is on Sunday, April 9th at 12:30PM. There are still spots open! If you’re in the New Castle County, Delaware area call 302-834-4148 to register. As with
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I write this on the eve of National Women’s Day. This year also marks the first #daywithoutawoman protest. Women are striking across the USA to show people what an impact women are in the workforce. Those who can’t strike wore red to show their solidarity. And I certainly rocked red today since I couldn’t strike.
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I was invited to bring the silhouette class I’ve done for one of the local Delaware libraries across the border to Maryland. It was a lovely drive down 95 South to Cecil County Library: Rising Sun Branch.The library is situated in Rising Sun, Maryland. The space was cozy, but open. The environment felt warm and
Ugly Stepsister: Artwork by Kirsten Ashley 