Thursday, December 1, 2011

ROUGH AROUND THE EDGES


Uneven edges....
Rough edges...

Terri Brooks. See Terri's blog here.

 on canvas, wood or paper....


Pradeep Neruka. See more here.

all add to the charm of these pieces.


Lin Yan. See more here.

 Whether it's a painting, a collage, assemblage or a piece of jewellery...
Necklace by Deborah Rudolph. Onyx, aquamarine, silver, kevlar. See more of Deborah's work here.

the rough edges create excitement.
Posted by ArtPropelled at 5:24 AM
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36 comments:

  1. NuminosityDecember 1, 2011 at 12:27 PM

    Great theme Robin! Probably could have applied to my little town in my post today. I am so grateful for your many curations. There must be a reason that the root of the word cure is in there.
    all the best, Kim

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  2. Carole ReidDecember 1, 2011 at 12:43 PM

    Robyn, rough edges certainly do create excitement! By the end of this post my heart was racing with excitement but also greed! :) I want them all!!!

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  3. lyle baxterDecember 1, 2011 at 1:56 PM

    terrific! I'll be back later to drool! thanks.

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  4. Jann GougeonDecember 1, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    I so agree! . . one of the reasons I like the encaustic . . kind of "succulent" . . as in Terri Brooks pieces. All are wonderful!

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  5. AnnieDecember 1, 2011 at 3:04 PM

    I relate, my work is all about rough edges! I really like Terri Brooks and the Lin Yan is lovely.
    I hope all is well with Digby and your Bella, kisses. xoxo

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  6. PatriciaDecember 1, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    Gorgeous work on this post!

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  7. Velma BolyardDecember 1, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    the rough edges on handmade paper move me always. also a torn edge of, say, linen, perfect.

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  8. Lisa at GreenbowDecember 1, 2011 at 5:10 PM

    Charming ideed.

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  9. Leslie Avon MillerDecember 1, 2011 at 7:41 PM

    edges - like life, its at the edge where two things come together that the magic happens.

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  10. ~BabsDecember 1, 2011 at 8:07 PM

    Oh yeah,,I'm lovin' everyone of these artists. The edges tell so much story, whatever the medium.

    You must spend so much time and effort putting these posts together,, we thank and appreciate you Robyn,,,,,

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  11. LoriDecember 1, 2011 at 9:12 PM

    Yes, they do! Lovely... I like rough edge people too .. More mysterious perhaps ...thank you

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  12. ELFIDecember 2, 2011 at 12:08 AM

    superbe! mais je reviens.. je ne sais pas que veux dire edges...

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  13. BarryDecember 2, 2011 at 4:07 AM

    R- sometimes it is good to leave the natural rough edges? In my metal work it is always a bit of a struggle - I like the texture and torn look of the edges - but as the pieces are to be handled it does pose the problem of cuts and scratches - so I often end up with the polished and shiny even though the rough. torn and burnt appeals to me and a few folk. B

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  14. Caterina GiglioDecember 2, 2011 at 5:46 AM

    oh my ... oh my... such beauty and texture... sigh

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  15. pDecember 2, 2011 at 6:23 AM

    you are like a reporter at large extraordinaire. how do you find this stuff!?!
    delicious, all of it!

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  16. UnknownDecember 2, 2011 at 7:11 PM

    Hi Robyn,
    Love those rough edges. I can relate to being rough around the edges.

    I also very much enjoyed the list of 10 things artists should be thankful for. Thanks for posting it.
    xo

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  17. AnonymousDecember 2, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    beautiful post
    and selection of work
    love the rough edges
    ripples,
    ruffles,
    raggedy,
    all so sensual...

    xox - eb.

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  18. Chesterbrook Academy ElementaryDecember 3, 2011 at 7:34 AM

    Thanks so much for sharing all this beautiful work from a variety of artists.

    They are all unique and exciting.

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  19. mansuetudeDecember 3, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    Wonderful post. Really enjoying the pottery Behind the pottery link a lot.

    Thank you.

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  20. Marianne HallDecember 3, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    I don't know when I've felt more inspired.....thank you for this collection.......It seems like I've been to a beautifully curated museum exhibit!

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  21. SethDecember 3, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    Your endless themes continue to amaze me. And your choice of art and artists for each theme is sensational. You have an incredible eye!

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  22. JaneDecember 4, 2011 at 4:42 AM

    I love it all but mostly thoses tea bowls...wow!

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  23. SueDecember 4, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    Fantastic series and research on this topic - thanks again for so much inspiring artwork. Good to see these lovely pieces which don't follow the geometric dictate.

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  24. Ahipara GirlDecember 5, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    Rough around the edges would also describe many folk including myself. You got to look a bit harder sometimes to find the gold! ;) Bless Robyn. Lovely curated collections of interesting objects and works as always taken to another level by the curator.

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  25. Donna Iona DrozdaDecember 5, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    I'm with Seth...your artist eye is that of the existential detective, peeling away the layers and finding treasure at every turn... and we all get to come and enjoy the results of your explorations...

    such a glorious collection...and yup...gotta love those rough edges.

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  26. Sophie MunnsDecember 5, 2011 at 8:45 PM

    Mmmm... love that you keep finding ways to look at artists work and pull together this material for us Robyn. Hope you are going really well and feeling very inspired in your studio.
    xx

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  27. ArtPropelledDecember 6, 2011 at 4:26 AM

    Kim (Numinosity), I like that ..... cure...curations :-)

    Carole, lol.... I know the feeling... I want them all myself!

    Lyle, see you later :-)

    Jann, I would love to watch a video of Terri working.

    Annie C, peace reigns at the moment ..... holding my breath.

    Patricia, glad you enjoyed the post.

    Velma, one of my favourites.... rough edges on handmade paper. Your paper comes to mind.

    Thanks Lisa at Greenbow.

    Leslie, indeed!

    Babs, thanks so much. I enjoy gathering and discovering.

    Lori, rough edge people.... more mysterious ... and perhaps more curious.

    Elfi, exciting edges!

    Barry, sometimes I'm in the same quandary. Leaving the rough edges and nails half way out hooks onto everything.

    Cat, :-)

    Paula, I'm thinking of your rough edged pipe holders.... delicious!

    Karine, the list of 10 continues to make me feel thankful. Love it!

    Elizabeth, yes!

    Art at Chesterbrook, so many artists and so little time :-)

    Mansuetude, don't tell me! I got lost in those links.

    Over the rainbow, so glad you enjoyed the post!

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  28. ArtPropelledDecember 6, 2011 at 4:29 AM

    Seth, thank you!

    Jane, at the moment tea bowls are my passion.

    Sue, glad you enjoyed the topic.

    Rachelle, I've missed you!

    Thanks Donna. It's fun being detective.

    Sophie, all is well and working hard. Love it!

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  29. DiDecember 6, 2011 at 5:18 AM

    Lovely post...I love all of them and am still looking at all the websites. Thank you

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  30. AnonymousDecember 6, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    Un espacio encantador y plagado de arte...

    Nos seguimos encontrando...

    Un saludo cordial,
    Db.

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  31. Cynthia MonicaDecember 7, 2011 at 2:38 PM

    I couldn't help thinking of the song Proud Mary by Tina Turner where she finishes the song "rough".....

    Great group of wonderful pieces!

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  32. rivergardenstudioDecember 8, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    The roughness here has a softness too...
    roxanne

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  33. Chesterbrook Academy ElementaryDecember 9, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    What a great theme.
    Thanks for posting the beautiful art work of all mediums

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  34. Don MaddenDecember 9, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    Love the little bowls. Great choices, as usual.

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  35. layersDecember 9, 2011 at 10:49 PM

    Only you can come up with a unique view and way to look at a piece of artwork.. this time the focus is on the edges.. brilliant and wonderful way to bring us into the art.

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  36. Matthews GalleryJuly 16, 2013 at 11:31 AM

    Thanks so much for featuring Michelle Y Williams' work! We'll be following your blog. Here's more of Michelle's work: http://thematthewsgallery.com/Artist-Detail.cfm?ArtistsID=85&ppage=48

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