Bailey Fiber Art Studio: October 2008

Friday, October 31, 2008

Charity Art Auction

Good morning!

Please check out this wonderful charity auction of artwork. The VSA supports artists with disabilities and brings art opportunities to special ed classrooms. Bailey Fiber Art Studio has donated several items (see #59-66). Good luck and happy bidding. Thank you for your suppport! http://news.vsaartstennessee.org/2008/10/auction.html

Color is Good! (so is humor)

Yesterday I went to the doctor for my yearly physical.
My blood pressure was high, my cholesterol was high,
I'd gained some weight, and I didn't feel so hot.
My doctor said eating right doesn't have to be complicated and it would solve my physical problems. He said just think in colors...
Fill your plate with bright colors... greens, yellows, reds, etc.
I went right home and ate an entire bowl of m&m's.

Chocolate: good for what ails you!

Special needs art class 10-28-08

Today we made Holloween Placemats. Scary! Class meets every other Tues morning in Alcoa. Contact Bailey Fiber Art to participate or request your own class.

Special needs art class 10-14-08

Today we made water color greeting cards. Everyone had fun. Contact Bailey Fiber Art if you'd like to join us.

Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Art in classromm improves performance

“It’s time to stop thinking about the arts as fluff. They make schools better places to learn, they raise student achievement”. (Nick Rabin and Robin Redmond.) Research shows that art is a valuable tool for engaging students and improving performance. The arts improve children’s overall academic performance; shows that children actively engaged in art education are likely to have higher test scores than those with little to no involvement. Students develop skills needed by the 21st century workforce: critical thinking, creative problem solving, effective communication, teamwork and more. Art teaches children to be more tolerant and open. Art allows children to express themselves creatively and improve self-confidence. Art keeps students engaged and they are less likely to drop out when they reach the upper grades...(for complete article http://nyteachers.wordpress.com/2008/10/28/painting-a-better-educational-picture-for-our-childrens-future-by-linda-gotrieb-orbelina-rubio-and-selene-gatzonis/)

Classes at Migun-TN

I am very excited to be able to offer you information about classes that may be of interest to you!

I will be teaching a series of classes at Migun TN (by Fresh Market - Farragut). Each class will offer a different learning experience and project. Each class (ie date/time) stands alone. Someone can take the same class multiple times to make additional items and explore additional techniques. Participants will be able to forward their spiritual journey through creativity in a supportive environment. Each class is offered at the nominal fee of $25 and includes all materials. As an added bonus, students will receive a pair of beaded earring from Bailey Fiber Art Studio upon completion of 4 classes.

Schedule is as follows:
Dream Catchers 11/13 11-1, 1/9 11-1
Mandalas 11/14 11-1, 12/11 11-1
Journals 11/21 11-1, 12/4 11-1, 1/16 11-1, 1/22 11-1
Spirit Dolls 12/5 11-1
Energy Talisman 12/12 11-1, 12/12 6-8pm

E-mail me to register.

Tuesday, October 21, 2008

The power of the language of art

Ever wonder how art can transform lives? The AchieveKids 3rd Annual Art Show can show you how even kids with the greatest difficulty in communications can speak with eloquence through their art. Set for Friday, October 24th, at the Decathelon Club in Santa Clara...http://www.marketwatch.com/news/story/power-language-art----achievekids/story.aspx?guid=%7B4F5A65F8-902F-4BE8-A5A8-DD53D7BA9275%7D&dist=hppr

Thursday, October 16, 2008

Autism Speaks: "Crop Out Autism"

Hi, Bailey!

I’m finally recovered from our weekend’s festivities – the “Crop Out Autism” event was tiring and yet exhilarating all at the same time!

Thanks so much for your donation of that fabulous pin – I loved it so much that I battled to win it in the Silent Auction!!! It was close, but I managed to dominate the bidding. Rest assured that your effort was enjoyed and very much appreciated.

We don’t have a final count yet, but it looks like when all the numbers have been tallied that we will have about $5000 for Autism Speaks. We are proud of that number – pretty good, we thought, for a first attempt. Danielle and I want to make this event an annual affair and already have ideas for making next year even better!

Thanks again for your donation!
Jan

Friday, October 10, 2008

Art class for adults with Cognitive Issues

I am starting a class in Alcoa for Adults with MR-DD. It meets every other tues morning from 10 - 12. We will be creating using a variety of techniques and materials. It promises to be lots of fun.

If you know of someone who would like to join this class or would like to hold a similar class at your location, please e-mail me and we'll make it happen!

Energy Mandala: a discussion

I promised an ongoing discussion of my works ...here is the first installment.

You will recognize this piece as the company logo. It is an energy mandala. It uses hand-dyed fabrics in jewel tones. As with all my mandalas, it has a strong core and radiates out. There are many french knots in contrasting colors that are barly visible in the photo but add wonderful texture to the piece.

Manadalas center the spirit/energy for both the artist and the viewer. I'd love your comments!

Blidget: Get a feed of this blog

Good morning all. I have just designed a Blidget of this blog. It lists the titles of all entries and shows all pictures. User can simply scroll down and click on the headline to read full story. It can easily be inserted into your blog as a gadget or added to your web site with HTML. http://www.widgetbox.com/widget/bailey-fiber-art-studio

Thursday, October 9, 2008

12 Keys to emotional health

Here are 12 tips from the experts for reducing stress, managing negative emotions, and improving your emotional wellness.

Collect Friends (perfect for the art experience)
Enjoy Solitude (Perfect for the art experience)
Get Fit
Seek Pleasure (Perfect for the art experience)
Find a Passion (perfect for the art experience)
Plan for Problems
Seek Constructive Criticism
Take Healthy Risks
Manage Success Well
Don't Go It Alone
Write It Down
Protect Yourself from 'Energy Vampires'

For complete article see http://www.medicinenet.com/emotional_wellness/article.htm

Wednesday, October 8, 2008

The power of art- an Energy Talisman Class

According to the American Art Therapy Association, art has the power to improve and enhance the physical, mental and emotional well-being of individuals of all ages. Art therapy is based on the belief that the creative process involved in artistic self-expression helps people to resolve conflicts and problems, develop interpersonal skills, manage behavior, reduce stress, increase self-esteem and self-awareness and achieve insight. (exerpted from stjoenews.net)

I believe that empowering my students in these emotional areas through the creative process is one of the gifts I can offer to increase peasce and harmony in the world.

I will be holding an energy talisman class for non-artists at Migun in Knoxville, TN on 12/12/08 from 6-8 pm. Cost: $25 (which includes all materials) Email me for details or to sign-up BaileyFiberArt@aol.com.

Monday, October 6, 2008

What is Mental Health

Mental health refers to the state when a person is mentally fit and fine. Mental health gives a person ability to enjoy life and live life with his own ideas. Mental health is very important to achieve goals in life. From perspectives of the discipline of positive psychology mental health may include an individual's ability to maintaine a balance between life activities and efforts to achieve his/her goals. Mental wellness and wellbeing is generally viewed as a positive attribute. This definition of mental health highlights emotional well-being, the capacity to live a full and creative life, and the flexibility to deal with life's inevitable challenges. An example of a wellness model includes five life tasks — essence or spirituality, work and leisure, friendship, love and self-direction—and twelve sub tasks—sense of worth, sense of control, realistic beliefs, emotional awareness and coping, problem solving and creativity, sense of humor, nutrition, exercise, self care, stress management, gender identity, and cultural identity—are identified as characteristics of healthy functioning and a major component of wellness.
--exerpted from healthforworld.blogspot.com