[Artists-making-art] Introduction

[Caitlin Best]

Hi Ann,
I have not! I'll look into it and it sounds like a good place to
start. I have't played much with clay except for play dough as a kid.
I"ll let you know if the site is accessible.
Cheers,
Caitlin

On 11/13/17, Ann Cunningham via Artists-Making-Art
<artists-making-art at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> OK! Have you tried Sculpy yet? (There are a few other brands too and all
> work about the same. Whatever you store carries is fine.) It is a polymer
> oven baked clay that you can find at a hobby or art supply store. If you
> like using color there are lots available in small blocks, about $1.50 or $2
> each. Or if you want to work in one color you can buy it in larger blocks in
> a few select colors.
>
> Once you have it is nice to work with because your projects can be finished
> at home and is not very messy.
>
> Does this sound like an interesting place to start? Here is a link to an
> online store, I don't know if it is accessible, please tell me.
> https://polymerclaysuperstore.com/?gclid=CjwKCAiAoqXQBRA8EiwAIIOWsvSRp_-IwcgWl3YAu4w2TUnzl9LUmLyUrgX1YT9S6HcVQjXdWoD4oRoCo9AQAvD_BwE
>
> Ann
>
> Ann Cunningham
> Tactile Art
> 303 887-1713
> ann at acunningham.com
> http://www.acunningham.com
> http://www.sensationalbooks.com
>
>
>> -------- Original Message --------
>> Subject: Re: [Artists-making-art] Introduction
>> From: Caitlin Best via Artists-Making-Art
>> <artists-making-art at nfbnet.org>
>> Date: Sun, November 12, 2017 8:58 pm
>> To: An exploration of art by and for blind persons
>> <artists-making-art at nfbnet.org>
>> Cc: Caitlin Best <bestca21 at gmail.com>
>>
>> Hi Ann,
>> That's awesome! I would greatly appreciate any help or direction that
>> can be given. Hmmm... I tend to draw my inspiration from folklore,
>> sci-fi (like Doctor Who type stuff), Van Gogh, and Japanese aesthetic.
>> As for the types of materials I'd like to use is expansive. I don't
>> really have any idea where to start or what to do so I am essentially
>> starting from a blank pallet. Honestly, I'm open to using whatever I
>> can to make something beautiful/unique.
>> Hope to hear from you soon.
>> Cheers,
>> Caitlin
>>
>> On 11/12/17, Ann Cunningham via Artists-Making-Art
>> <artists-making-art at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> > Dear Catlin,
>> > I am happy to make your acquaintance and that you have found us on this
>> > list
>> > serve. It is an exciting time to think of jumping back into the creative
>> > waters. I would like to offer my help if you would like to explore
>> > different materials and techniques. I certainly don't know all that is
>> > out
>> > there but I am a full-time artist and have a lot of resources and
>> > friends to
>> > draw from. I have also been teaching art at the Colorado Center for the
>> > Blind since 1999 and we have come up with a lot of suggestions about fun
>> > materials to work with.
>> >
>> > In your dreams what kind of art sounds intriguing? I look forward to
>> > hearing from you again.
>> > Ann
>> >
>> > Ann Cunningham
>> > Tactile Art
>> > 303 887-1713
>> > ann at acunningham.com
>> > http://www.acunningham.com
>> > http://www.sensationalbooks.com
>> >
>> >
>> >> -------- Original Message --------
>> >> Subject: [Artists-making-art] Introduction
>> >> From: Caitlin Best via Artists-Making-Art
>> >> <artists-making-art at nfbnet.org>
>> >> Date: Sat, November 11, 2017 5:31 pm
>> >> To: artists-making-art at nfbnet.org
>> >> Cc: Caitlin Best <bestca21 at gmail.com>
>> >>
>> >> Hello everyone,
>> >> My name is Caitlin. I am looking to get back into my creative side. Are
>> >> used to draw a lot as a kid, but now I would like to focus on other
>> >> aspects of art. I enjoy writing, but usually keep that to myself as a
>> >> stress reliever. I’d love to learn how to make crafts but I have no
>> >> idea
>> >> where to begin!! I’d also like to learn to paint and sculpt.
>> >> Suggestions/ideas/thoughts are greatly appreciated.
>> >> Cheers,
>> >> Caitlin
>> >>
>> >> Sent from my iPhone
>> >> _______________________________________________
>> >> Artists-Making-Art mailing list
>> >> Artists-Making-Art at nfbnet.org
>> >> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/artists-making-art_nfbnet.org
>> >> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for
>> >> Artists-Making-Art:
>> >> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/artists-making-art_nfbnet.org/ann%40acunningham.com
>>
>> _______________________________________________
>> Artists-Making-Art mailing list
>> Artists-Making-Art at nfbnet.org
>> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/artists-making-art_nfbnet.org
>> To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for
>> Artists-Making-Art:
>> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/artists-making-art_nfbnet.org/ann%40acunningham.com