Academy Award Winner

It’s a grey Friday morning and I’m feeling a little groggy.

The Oscars are this Sunday night. I’m looking forward to seeing the show, mostly to see the fashions and sor some inspiration for my Little Girls. “Academy Award Winner…” I’m sure that after Sunday night, these words will precede Natalie Portman’s name. I believe she’ll win for her amazing performance in Black Swan.

Though it won’t go down as one of my all time favorites, I loved the movie. I loved Black Swan for two reasons 1) I loved the idea of having to see the 'other' side of oneself. I believe that in facing our ‘dark’ side, there is liberation; it opens us up to understanding and compassion. 2) As an artist, I love the idea of transformation. Though I have never taken anything to the level of Natalie’s character, I admired her determination to make her dreams her reality.

The piece here is titled “Swan Black;” Natalie’s role inspires it. Boy, did I struggle with this piece; it was driving me nuts and for a while I felt like giving up and throwing it away. Maybe, as my friend Christine said, I had to go to a certain ‘other’ place in order to complete it. Aha!

Just yesterday, I finished up Breakfast at Tiffany’s; she came out beautifully. My two Frida’s have sat untouched for some time, as has my second Dali piece. I will attempt to place a few brush strokes on these pieces as well as finishing up a Little Girl inspired by Joan Rivers.

Enjoy your weekend! Fashion, Fashion, Fashion, what to wear, what to wear? Some 'Happy Socks' for sure!