Mannequin Project

So the local Chamber of Commerce and a newer local art gallery/Artist Collective has invited local artists, including tattoo artists, to take part in a show of mannequin torsos. The torsos are to be decorated at the artists discretion, so I'm looking forward to it, despite not being sure about the direction I'm going in with them.

I was only slightly disappointed when I found that there was only one size female torso, I was hoping there might be some plus-sized forms to work on, but what do you really expect for free?

Finding Child-sized mannequins made up for the lack of plus-sizes


I've already applied the first coat of gesso to the adult form in this pic, I have to say it was a lot creepier painting gesso all over the crotch and buttocks of the child torso than I expected, can't wait to do the second coat tomorrow!

The show is going to open in Kingston, NY 9/21/09, I'll post specifics as the date gets closer. Supposedly there is an independent film to be made featuring all the contributors, which will be great exposure, and a good exercise in talking about my artwork, as I have a tendency to hide in the background and avoid talking about myself and my work. (Which is also another reason why I started this blog as well. )

Now I just need to get moving about putting together a new business card..