Jewelry Bug, by Wynia

Oh, if only I could get a better picture of this!  The processes use to create this work were developed by the artist.  Wynia also creates custom glass for architectural applications.  She is SOOO good to us! Check out her website which is : www.rhuby.com

A Message From The COH Team

Hi Everyone,
What you see on this blog represents less than half of the items on offer at this year's Celebration of HeARTS Event.  We have a wonderful range of objects and experiences on offer and we hope that you will show up for the party and check us out!  We are at the Phinney Neighborhood Center Community Hall tonight from 6:30 - 8:30.  See you there!!!

March Bloom by Deborah Bell

This photograph does not do justice to this shimmering golden apparition by Deborah Bell. Deborah is represented in Seattle by Grover/Thurston Gallery.  Her website is www.deborahbell.org

China Sea by Deborah Bell

This lovey lush painting in acryic on wood panel was given to us by Deborah Bell.  Deborah is represented in Seattle by Grover Thurston Gallery.  Her website is www.deborahbell.org

Embroidered Incidents by Rachael Robins

These small, framed embroideries tell interesting stories.  Rachael taught herself how to embroider from an old library book.  She 'cobbles together' images from coloring books and other sources to create her pieces.  Rachael is involved with LifeSPAN through Anna's network.

Party Light and Posie Light, by Deborah Bell

Deborah, who is a friend of LifeSPAN and a network member, is also a well known and highly respected artist who has been working in Seattle for 30 years.  Here she's had some fun creating these wonderful lamp shades for us.

Two Goblets by Beth Fishman

These two wine goblets come to us from their maker Beth Fishman.  Beth's work can be found at Vetri in Seattle and in many other locations.  See if you don't feel extra special sipping that DeLille Bordeaux (also an auction item) from these beauties!

Road Home #7 by Sue Danielson

This beautiful painting is by Sue Danielson.  Sue live and works in Seattle where her work can be seen at the Core Gallery (www.coregallery.org) in the Tashiro Kaplan Building. 

Quilt, by Anonymous

This quilt was donated to us anonymously by the mother of a friend - who made it herself!

It is a beauty and measures 79" by 49".

Owl, by Kristy Yawman

Taurini Designs was started by sisters Kristy and Stacey Yawman in 2007.  Kristy is a talented artist with an eye for detail and color.  She draws using makers and Stacy then scans her drawings, adds backgrounds and puts the images on greeting cards, journals, notepads and clothing.  Kristy will have a table dedicated to her products at the COH event. Come meet the artist!

Lovely Baby Quilt and Pillow, by Anna's Network

This cheerful baby quilt is 44" X 33" inches and was made by members of Anna's network.  Can you feel the love?

HeART Quilt by Diane Ficzko

Diane is a life-long fine needle-work crafter. She's supplied her friends and relatives with beautiful samplers, ornaments, clothing and quilts over the years. Diane's frayed hearts quilt (30" x 30") was made especially for our Celebration of HeARTS auction. It makes a great baby shower gift or a wall hanging for your own home.  

Trees, by Lupita Cano

Lupita is a talented painter who has been selling her work for many years, as original paintings, cards and reproductions.  Here is a lovely framed print.  Lupi has a LifeSPAN network and she will be selling her artworks directly at the Celebration of HeARTS event.

Wrestlers, by Fiona McGuigan

Fiona has been working on a terrific series based on images of Swiss wrestlers for a couple of years now.  We are so pleased that she has given us this small but powerful acrylic painting from her recent work.

Layered Lines, by Leslee Currie

Leslee loves to make art.  She works with various printmaking and collage techniques to create imagery that always surprises.  She has been a LifeSPAN facilitator for five years and has worked with two of our networks.

Cloud Study, by Linda Davidson

This study of clouds was painted directly in oil on glass, behind a found frame.

Tin Snips, by Rachel Maxi

This wonderful oil painting was donated by a friend of LifeSPAN.  The artist is well known in Seattle for painting incidental landscapes, dumpsters, flowers, and other subjects with a eye for the beauty of the specific.

Cannon Beach - Inside and Out, by John Currie

LifeSPAN Board Member John Currie has been enjoying a rekindled interest in photography since his retirement.  These two small, small framed images evoke very different moods from a location dear to our region.

Fireworks at the Space Needle, by John Currie

John has been interested in Photography since high school.  He is enjoying 'digital age' photo art and has given us this magnificent framed image taken from Queen Anne. John is also a LifeSPAN Board member!

Untitled, by Fiona McGuigan

This beautifully dimensional acrylic seascape evokes both the wildness and refuge of the seashore.

Three Trees, by Linda Davidson

This oil painting is of a fleeting instant.  Linda's been on the board at LifeSPAN for 6 years. She strongly believes in LifeSPAN's view that relationships are key to a good life.

Dark of the Moon, by Jerry's Network

This is Jerry's interpretation of the "Transformers" movies, which are his favorites.  Thanks to Jerry, Kathy, Eleanor, Allen and Leslee for a collaborative effort.

It's Our Party, by Jerry and his network of friends

Jerry's network gathered to paint together one evening and painted a party picture at their painting party.  Thanks to Jerry, Ashley, John and Leslee for this festive collage from a collaborative effort.

Untitled, by Lucrezia Bieler

The lost art of creating an image with cut paper is not lost on this artist.  Her work can be stunningly elaborate and is always evocative.

A Peasant's Life, by Devin Kochanasz

This oil painting is based on an image by Van Gogh, which is based on an image by Hiroshige.

What will you do?

Window Light, by Linda Davidson

This oil painting is based on the sort of imagery that catches in the corner of your eye during an evening commute home. Linda Davidson is on the LifeSPAN Board and her brother Dave has a network.

Heart Stopping, by Leslee Currie

This framed monoprint/collage piece reveals more and more the longer you look at it.  Leslee facilitates two networks and loves making art, particularly working with printmaking and collage techniques.

Box of Arty Stuff, by Leslee Currie

This box of handmade cards, tags, prints, a tote bag and other objects is a wonder.  It never quits!  Even the container is handmade and expressive!

Ginko Leaves, by Anita Feng

Thirty years of Zen practive and thirty-five of clay have inspired a technique that explores the fleeting nature of time and space.  These leaves are an expression of both intention and chance.

Ginko Leaf, by Anita Feng

This fabulous thing is a raku low-fired clay wall plaque. Gestural in form, the process of it's making invites accident and suprise.  Truly unique.

Seed Two, by Greg Oaksen

"Seed 2" is a 20 1/2" X 9 1/2"monoprint in gorgeous color.

Seed One, by Greg Oaksen

"Seed One" is a monoprint - which means it is a one of a kind. It is 20 1/2" X 9 1/2".

Hand Wrought Iron Sconce, by Matthew Tilton

This is some beautiful iron work.  Matthew works in Seattle and makes architectural ironwork as well as beautiful objects for the home.

Balloon Dog, by Linda Davidson

This painting is 6" X 6", in casien on birch ply.  Balloon dog will always be happy to see you.

Silver Scorpion Pendant, by David Matthes

You have to BE somebody to wear this! 100 percent sterling!

Silver Earrings, by David Matthes

Summer is coming... these would look awesome with a sundress.

Silver Cuff, by David Matthes

This is a serious bracelet.  It weighs a ton - or for accuracy 4.38 ox (troy) or 4.8 oz (Avdp.). Can you tell the man who made it is a scientist?

Earrings of Australian Opal and Silver, by David Matthes

These earrings are want you want.  OK, what I want.  David is Eric's dad.  Who knew he made things like this?

Two Figures, by Greg Oaksen

Greg is a well know architect in Seattle who also loves to draw and make prints. How lovely this is.