Thursday, 26 October 2017

Bet you can't...

...guess what I've been up to this week (well, apart from purging/cleaning/downsizing, that is):


I spent a great morning with Laura Leeder 


and Eileen Gidman


and we painted!  Given the upcoming Spook Day, we opted for pumpkins (thanks, Eileen for providing them),

 and spent an inaugural morning in Eileen's new studio.


Can you tell we had a blast?  The morning went so quickly that this is about all I got done.  I'm not sure whether it was the photo-taking or the blabber-mouthing that had me slowed down, but I was IMMENSELY impressed with how much Eileen and Laura accomplished!


As I took breaks from my work at home, I added to the piece until it resembled a manic picture of my current life, with labyrinthian pathways, stops and starts, mad dashes and wild colour.  What could be more appropriate for this time of the year? I've got five more days until the big day, and I suspect this will get additions, because why stop at psychedelic when outright gaudy is a possibility?


I'm wishing you a Happy Halloween - may you enjoy the costumes and colour, with no tricks at all!  

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26 comments:

  1. Corrie Herriman26 October 2017 at 08:59

    What a fun idea to paint a pumpkin ! And the result is fabulous !
    I also would like to thank you for your many visits to my blog and your lovely comments ! They are very much appreciated !
    Corrie xx

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    1. Win Dinn, Artist26 October 2017 at 09:06

      It was a blast, Corrie - last year we dripped wax all over pumpkins, so it was a fun change. And your blog posts are a highlight of my week -many thanks to you!!!

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  2. Alice Saltiel-Marshall26 October 2017 at 10:15

    Cool, it’s always grand when artists assemble to paint together.
    I fully expected Laura’s pumpkin to be organically floral. Yours and Eileen’s are just weird!
    Yours definitely reflects your life at the moment - going ever which way as it is!

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    1. Win Dinn, Artist26 October 2017 at 11:01

      Oh you make me laugh - weird indeed, and so NOT-traditional Halloween! xo

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  3. froebelsternchen26 October 2017 at 10:50

    And it already looks AMAZING! Your pumpkin is a fantastic piece of ART! I am inspired - should I try to paint one as well? No ..no more on the To Do list!Maybe nexz year?!
    That must have been great to meet up and to do this!
    I wish you a very happy Halloween in case we don't read us until then!

    oxo Susi

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    1. Win Dinn, Artist26 October 2017 at 11:02

      Thanks, Susi - this was definitely a great play date...it's fun to be without rules, right?! :D I'll be watching for one from you next year!

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  4. Laura Leeder26 October 2017 at 12:44

    Such an enjoyable morning, painting and chatting with you both! I love how uniquely different our pieces always are. (I hope to make time today to complete mine)

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    1. Win Dinn, Artist26 October 2017 at 15:27

      I agree, Laura, and look forward to seeing your completed piece - I hope it will grace your front step when it's done. I'll be watching for it!!

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  5. Mia26 October 2017 at 12:47

    I am glad that you had fun, Win. What a great day! And I love your painted pumkin, my friend. I think it is done, you do not need to add anything else. You are a pretty lady, my friend. I love your photo! Kisses!

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    1. Win Dinn, Artist26 October 2017 at 15:44

      Many thanks on all counts, Mia...and it was great fun. It got me right in the spirit for spooky!!

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  6. Deann26 October 2017 at 14:30

    I love your pumpkin what a masterpiece a truly fabulous and very original design. (You get 10 points for originality in my book) It puts a whole new spin on Halloween decor.
    I am the family face painter I was up early this morning so I could paint my Granddaughter off to school. So much fun I love it and it lets me be happily involved in their little lives. Have a wonderful Halloween and don't let the ghosties get you.

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    1. Win Dinn, Artist26 October 2017 at 15:45

      Oh, thank you so much, Deann - it's definitely not your 'normal' Halloween pumpkin. :D I wish I'd seen your granddaughter's face - I'll bet it was beyond amazing, that lucky girl!! xo

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  7. Tracy26 October 2017 at 16:56

    Beautiful! Glad you're still splashing some colour around while cleaning and downsizing. Let's get the priorities right :)

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    1. Win Dinn, Artist27 October 2017 at 06:31

      I'm pretty much ready for a lobotomy if I don't get my creative time in, Tracy...it's ALWAYS a priority, move notwithstanding! :D

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  8. Felix the Crafty Cat26 October 2017 at 17:05

    Oh Win this is brilliant! Definitely a masterpiece and what a great idea, love them. Sending big hugs, Angela xXx

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    1. Win Dinn, Artist27 October 2017 at 06:31

      Brilliant? Wacko, perhaps!! ;-) But it was great fun, nonetheless. xo

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  9. Mellowood Gallery26 October 2017 at 18:11

    What fun! Another year, another type of decorated pumpkin for you three ladies. What will you come up with for next year!

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    1. Win Dinn, Artist27 October 2017 at 06:32

      Goodness knows, Val - I can see that we've started a pumpkin tradition, though, so we'll have to be really creative in the coming years!

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  10. Paper Creations by Shirley27 October 2017 at 16:03

    Beautiful Pumpkin Art :) Great idea. Take care, Shirleyxx

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    1. Win Dinn, Artist27 October 2017 at 22:03

      We enjoyed the Halloween tomfoolery immensely, Shirley - many thanks! xo

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  11. Zsuzsa Karoly-Smith28 October 2017 at 07:04

    Win, I love your geometric pumpkin and the whole idea of painting on them! It must have been so fun! Good luck with your downsizing - we did the opposite just two months ago and I've really enjoyed spreading out - and that includes my waistline as well, LOL! Are you moving as well or just decluttering? Getting rid of junk can be very liberating - just make sure you don't get rid of stuff you might need later!

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    1. Win Dinn, Artist28 October 2017 at 08:19

      Thanks, Zsuzsa! And we are downsizing so extensively in order to fit into a condo (as yet to be purchased) that will be about half the space we currently occupy, sans garden, studio and garage. It will be quite the adventure, I know!!!

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    2. Zsuzsa Karoly-Smith3 November 2017 at 03:56

      It will be less work to maintain, that's for sure. We've just realised how much work it is to maintain the grounds, but that's what we wanted so can't complain! Make sure you get a decent sized art space though! That has to be a priority!

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    3. Win Dinn, Artist3 November 2017 at 05:58

      Agreed!!!

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  12. Jackie PN29 October 2017 at 06:25

    Win I love your pumpkin and I love your photo!!
    Best wishes on all that downsizing, purging and packing...did you say already? Do you have somewhere else picked out to live?
    sending love and warm hugs on this cold rainy day! xx

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    1. Win Dinn, Artist29 October 2017 at 08:10

      Thanks on both counts, Jackie! Yes, we're hoping to stay in the valley; finding the 'perfect' condo will be the second challenge! :D xo

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