THE ART AT THE SPEED OF LIFE BLOG TOUR

Welcome to The Art At The Speed Of Life Blog Tour, I am day seven, lucky seven of this incredible blog journey revolving around my dear friend Pam Carriker's latest book and her creative journey.

Pam and I met several years back and became instant friends, along with Julie Bergmann and a few others when we met in Pleasanton, CA. Our creative paths crossed for a reason, one filled with inspiration and passion, a path that would take us on a phenomenal journey, with this book: Art at the Speed of Life, Pam has taken the reader and the artists involved in it on a road into our inner creative soul.

It offers mixed-media art projects, along with tips for getting organized and getting inspired, a book filled with a plethora of ideas for the individual whose Quote: "creative goals sometimes get stymied by the frantic pace of modern life."

"Making things every day can be a joyful reality instead of just wishful thinking."

Each chapter inside Art at the Speed of Life includes both essays and project ideas from a variety of contributors, the projects are inspiring, yet easy to complete on a tight schedule, and include techniques such as assemblage, image transfer, and collage. A bonus seven-day journal project helps you track your work as you go.

When I received that email from Pam, asking me to contribute, I didn't hesitate for a second, I jumped right in. The pieces I choose for the book were lighthearted, whimsical and reflected my personality, bringing someone back to innocence to a time in their lives where everything was sweet and carefree is what I do, once you can re-experience your innocence, then you can tap into your imagination find those storybook worlds and let the magic begin.

Several of the projects I contributed were created with the doll parts I mold and make, whimsical papers and quotations. I am known for being called" "Fairy Queen", "Queen", "Doll Land" and "Magic", these themes always find a way into my work no matter how light or ultra serious the project is, I'm fascinated by these elements and try to incorporate them into various aspects of my life.

Over the past 6 months I have taken another journey, one back to my original roots of muted colors, vintage grunge and steampunk, re-exploring other worlds wrapped inside my head. Since I am always on the go, I carry a journal and pen, to capture and sketch new ideas, Pam's book for the past month has found its way with me everyday, bringing me inspiration and joy.Recently Pam and I met up for some fun at CHA Winter Show 2011 in Los Angeles, to share insight on our recent creative journeys, our goals for 2011 and how we are both expanding our artistic vision. At the CPS meet-up we ended up having a Art at the Speed of Light meet-up, with the arrival of Julie Bergmann and Suzi Blu, that was four artists from the book, getting over excited. Each of these ladies are more then just artist they are inspirational role models, friends with a passion for their work and to help one another, I am truly honored to have such soulful friends.

Currently there is a book blog tour for Pam and her amazing book, below is a list of artisans on the tour, please visit each of their fabulous sites and read what they have to say about the book, their experiences, projects, and inspiration. See you on the tour!

xoxo

Magic and Joy,

Lisa!

Tour Calender

3/1
Crescendoh - Jenny's Blog
http://jennydoh.typepad.com/

3/2
Suzi Blu
http://www.suziblu.typepad.com/

3/3
The Altered Page
http://thealteredpage.blogspot.com/

3/4
Thrift Collage Artist
http://www.thriftycollageartist.blogspot.com/

3/5
Sue Pelletier Laugh*Paint
http://www.suepelletierlaughpaint.com/

3/6
All Norah's Art
http://allnorahsart.blogspot.com/

3/7
Faerie Enchantment
http://faerieenchantment.blogspot.com/

3/8
My Collage Art
http://nancylefko.blogspot.com/

3/9
Always Chrysti
http://alwayschrysti.com/always-chrysti

3/10
Lisa Bebi's Art Blog
http://lisabebi.blogspot.com/

3/11
Sweet Repeats
http://www.sweetrepeats.blogspot.com/

3/12
Living Out Loud
http://loudlife-laurieblaumarshall.blogspot.com

3/13
The Feathered Nest
http://the-feathered-nest.blogspot.com

3/14
Paulette Insall
http://www.pauletteinsall.com/blog

CHA DAY 2: More of the Fun!

After the fun CPS meet-up, Julie left for her demo's at the Tri-Art/Jack Richardson Booth, while Pam and I walked the floor. It was amazing to see Pam and to catch up on everything, she is incredible inside and out. First we stopped off to the Barnes and Noble Booth on the lower level of the show! Look what I found: Altered Art Circus meets Candyland. Candyland is the book by: Candy Spelling.
Here I am with Elissa, who works for Barnes and Noble, I met her last year, she rocks!
After our stop off at Barnes, Pam and I began the first floor walk, while there I ran into my friend Joy! Joy is absolutely amazing!
On the way through the aisles Pam and I went to visit Julie at her booth!Here is the class she taught at CHA: How incredible is this? Julie is one of my BFF's and a truly talented artist.
The day wouldn't be complete without seeing my favorite person in the world besides my mother, lol, Miss Suze herself:Suze is one of my dearest friends!Suze and I walked the floor a bit, check out this cute Princess and the Pea Booth Decor! After some time, I detoured to my publishers booth! Look at this all star cast: Judi Ketteler ( we have a similar last name, lol), Traci Bunkers, Stefanie Girard, Catherine Steen and Me. These ladies ROCK!
Here we are: Suzann and Stefani. Suzann is the woman behind Beadphoria and Stefanie, Sweater Surgery, Can I say both are once again FABULOUS!Now here is one of my fave pictures with Miss Maria Del Pinto, Maria and I instantly became friends and is someone I admire alot, she is such an amazing person!After this photo I scurried up to the front lobby to meet up with Julie and Mike, look who we ran into, Jenni Bowlin and friends, Jenni is super nice and once again another talent, I love her works and products!Now Day 2 is officially over, off to dinner with the Bergmann's at the haunted restaurant: The Spaghetti Factory, which has a location in a turn of the century former school, that post tomorrow.

Have a great night!
xoxo
Lisa!

CHA DAY 2: CPS Meetup and Floor Fun!

Do you know a better way to spice up the day then Cayenne Pepper Brownies from Diane Radishant and a CPS Meet Up...CPS for those who don't know is:
Cloth Paper Scissors hosted by Jenn Mason at the Sizzix Booth. Several people were invited to meet up have fun, win a prize and give a hug. All who attended are incredible and amazing, I'm lucky to know each of them!

Let's start here, the first picture is of Julie, Pam and Myself, we all met a few years back and became instant friends, we have watched each other grow and build a wonderful friendship. Pam's book: Art at the Speed of Life is now available:
Pam Carriker, Published by Interweave.
Here we all are with Jenn Mason.Its an All Star Cast: Julie Bergmann, Suzi Blue, Pam Carriker, Jenn Mason and Myself. Julie, Suzi and I are guest artists in Pam's Book!Now its a party, look who was passing through: Christen Oliverez and Amanda Crabtree from Somerset Studios, here they are with Pam!Now here we all are! Wow, its a publishing frenzy, with Quarry authors in the house: Traci Bunkers, Stefanie Girard and Myself, Interweave: Pam Carriker and CPS Jenn Mason. Here's more party goers: Julie with Mackenzie and Laura Bray!Laura rocks! Stefanie and the bears, aren't these adorable? She made them, and I love them!Here is the cayenne pepper brownie maker herself:

Hope you enjoyed the party, more highlights of Day 2, coming tomorrow, then we will move to the ghostly encounter at the old school near Julie's House, followed by Day 3....
xoxo
Lisa!

Art at the Speed of Life!


Art at the Speed of Life is a new book created by the amazing Miss Pam Carriker, being published by Interweave Press. I am honored to be one of the contributing artists in this book, alongside other artist talents such as Julie Bergmann, Paulette Insall, Nancy Lefko, and Brandi Butcher-Isley, to name a few.

Pam's creative energy can inspire us all, as will this whole book I am sure! Below is the Product Description from Amazon:

Product Description
Need high-energy inspiration when your life gets crazy and your art keeps getting pushed to the back burner? Offering terrific mixed-media art projects, as well as tips for getting organized and inspired, Art at the Speed of Life is a treasure chest of ideas for the artist whose creative goals sometimes get stymied by the frantic pace of modern life. Author and mixed-media artist Pam Carriker proves that art and life can coexist peacefully, productively, and happily. Making things every day can be a joyful reality instead of just wishful thinking.

Each chapter in Art at the Speed of Life includes both essays and project ideas from a variety of contributors, including Paulette Insall, Nancy Lefko, and Brandi Butcher-Isley. The projects are inspiring, yet easy to complete on a tight schedule, and include techniques such as assemblage, image transfer, and collage. A bonus seven-day journal project helps you track your work as you go. With a unique combination of time management tips and advice, inspiring essays, and projects designed to fit into busy schedules, Art at the Speed of Life will help you live your dream of making art every day.

About the Author
Pam Carriker has created art with a variety of media over more than 20 years. She has served on several design teams, and has been featured in magazines including Cloth Paper Scissors, Somerset Studios, The Stamper's Sampler, Art Journaling, and Somerset Apprentice. She currently teaches a successful online workshop series through Creative Workshops, and Motivation and Inspiration for Making Mixed-Media Art Every Day.


You can currently pre-order this amazing book on Amazon!
Amazon Link: Art at the Speed of LifeRelease date February 22, 2011

http://pamcarriker.com/