Today was a relatively shorter day in the studio. We decided to focus on the barometer shapes to refine the process. The result was incredible in terms of efficiency by the team in their process of making these forms. We managed to complete four three-foot long barometer shapes in four hours of production. It was a real nice way to end the residency. At the end of the session was an opportune time to look over the work made over the last several days and see the development of my ideas while being here was successful…a number of objects were made that were of the highest quality that I can use in my work. One never knows at such a residency, but these barometer shapes (along with the beehives, solid-worked trees and dome shaped watering devices) appeared to indicate a cohesive body of work. Not enough could be said how much David and I enjoyed working with this incredible team. Not only was a successful body of work produced, but, also, we made friends with a wonderful group of people.

At the end of the day we met at the Swiss where we shared a few pitchers of beers, ate really well and made new friends (Deborah Czeresko, Jim Butler and Kimberly Harty )who had just finished teaching at Pilchuck as we are preparing to go teach ourselves. Deborah described to me the workshop they taught. Their innovative approach to instructing the course sounded brilliant. We had a spiritied discussion exchanging ideas and it was really enjoyable. Deborah and Kimberley had just skydived after their Pilchuck session…for which they are my heroes. I’m tempted to try it, but I think I will send up my assistant, David, first. It was really inspirational talking to these artists from NYC. To sum up working at the TMoG, it was a singularly beneficial experience of which we will be eternally grateful for. I look forward to posting images of work finished in this residency on this sight in the future.

Happy trails!…and thank you!