Afraid to say that I haven’t accomplished very much since my last post. The easiest explaination for this is to say that I’m overwhelmed with all of the things I need to do before I leave for Albuquerque. It’s funny how that works, the more stressed I feel, the less work I’m able to accomplish. Who would have thought. Anyway, here’s what I’ve done so far –

These are the only new additions to the monoprints. I’m not feeling it right now. Something’s just not right about these. Maybe the process is just too much for something that’s supposed to be more organic than the editioned prints that I’ve been doing? Can’t say just yet. I’m going to keep at it, of course, but with lowered expectations. My idea is to try and finish one monoprint a day until my show in October. That way, I’ll have more than enough options for the show. Guaranteed at least a handful of good ones! Fingers crossed for improved diligence!

I just bought this exposure unit today from a nice man in Catoosa. It’s an Atlas brand (something that was made by a company for the purpose that I want to use it for!), and it is a wee little thing, measuring in at 24×28x6″ !!! It works, has a timer and fits very nicely in the trunk of my car, meaning it could go with me on my journey to Albuquerque. We’ll have to see about that one, space is limited in my car and the unit has a glass top that isn’t attached. Risky, but potentially very worthwhile. Will be testing this later today to get a good exposure time.

Recently, I’ve been watching Venture Bros. Season Two while working in the studio, which is hilarious with the commentary on. Above is an illustration by Bill Sienkiewicz for the season two dvd package. Brilliant! Speaking of, I’ve also been browsing a lot of illustrator blogs, which makes me sad because I don’t posess the talent? drive? intutition? to make that kind of artwork. I wish I could enjoy drawing more, but my lack of patience is so hindering. Bleh. Don’t worry, I’ll get out of this funk. Back to exposing screens!