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Well sometimes I just keep going when the prints are not coming out the way I want them to.  Sometimes I quit for the day, sometimes I changes size or color.  I want it to be fun all the time, and I want all the prints to be great.  Ha Ha Ha  Oh well.  So today I started with a very dark black/blue that I do not really care for.  I experimented for a while and then made a few more collages from security envelopes.  Then I looked through old prints for inspiration.  Then I did some doodling.

In the spirit of the season I will share this doodle that I did at figure drawing a couple of weeks ago.  Enjoy!

I was at the farm today taking care of perennials, but gelatin printing tonight.  I cut a new stencil and continued with the map series.  I ended up with 2 or 3 that I like at this point.  That is a good night.  I found a tiny Maple tree while I was weeding today and thought I would try to print with it.  It is not very flat so it usually does not

work as well as I would like.  So I took a picure and maybe I will do some sketches that can turn into etching plates. http://www.linda-germain.com/

October 3–25 Opening Reception: Sunday, October 4, 2:00–4:00pm
 
Michele Augeri, Elaine Insero, Barbara Nachmias-Kedesdy, Mary J. Pollak, Mary C. Webber
MGNE presents: Unlimited Vision: One-of-a-Kind Prints

at Carol Grillo Art Gallery Endicott College Center for the Arts, Beverly, MA
October 16 – December 22, 2009
Reception: Thursday, October 29, 5-7pm

Bettina Gellinek Turner Installed a solo exhibit of her art at the First Religious Society in Newburyport today – all of seven pieces, it’s a tiny gallery space under the stairs. Come see it on Sunday or during the week in the mornings.

This means lots of openings to attend and artwork to celebrate.  Enjoy! http://www.linda-germain.com/

Statement about my current series:
I make monotype prints on a plate of gelatin because I like the immediacy of the process. I thrive on possibility and surprise. I am intrigued by how layers of information are revealed and hidden. The goal is to draw you into my process by wanting to look more closely. This series is about being lost. A map is the foundation of each print. I layer shapes and lines, hiding and revealing only sections of the map. I use the principles of line, shape, and value to guide me to a resolution. The process is loose, free and intuitive. It does not always end in a pleasing print, and often a good print is hidden under that last layer of ink. This requires a constant letting go of expectations and willingness to do something else. The key is to keep going. “Being lost” means to be bewildered, gone astray or perplexed, but it can also mean to be absorbed in or engrossed in. Being lost precedes being found. This is hopeful.
Draft of my Bio
Linda Germain is an artist and teacher. In 2004, she left a career as a wilderness guide and attorney to be an artist. In a short time, she has won several awards for printmaking, has been an artist in residence at local high school, and won a scholarship to the Women’s Studio Workshop in Rosedale, NY. Linda has had solo shows several community venues. She has taught at Northern Essex Community College as a drawing and painting tutor and as an instructor for the College for Kids program. Last year she volunteered to be exhibit manager for the NECC Library ArtSpace. During that time, she organized 7 shows and created a web presence for the school. Linda’s passion for art making is undeniable. She is currently planning a series for printmaking workshops to be offered at her studio and other art association venues.

I would love feedback.  This stuff is always a struggle for me.