I've had my not-so virtual behind in a chair all day long for four days in a Tony Minieri class at The Needleworks in Austin. This was the first time he has taught his newest piece, In The Footsteps of the Pharoahs, which is number 4 in his series, I believe. Each section is an historically accurate representation of a fabric or other textile from the era of the Egyptian Pharoahs.
It was intense, let me tell you. I'm sure many of you have taken his classes before, so you know exactly what I'm talking about.
I'm showing a picture of the result of my four-day adventure - but only reluctantly. Crazy that I made such a small dent in this canvas.
I'll have to say I learned a lot about technique from him which will apply to things I do from now on. I'm taking another canvas enhancement class with him in August, and I've signed up to take his four day Back to Basics class in February of next year (or some time next year). He's very instructive and good. Lots of funny stories along the way, too.
I'm posting this picture, because the blue band here is the only part of the whole thing that is actually finished. Most of the areas are at least 5 steps - some are 7 or 8. Maybe I'll finish this in my lifetime.
No stitching today. Didn't want to look at anything related to stitchy-ness.
Later.
Jane
WOW! That looks like a lot of work. I'm like Jane of CH - use it as a learning piece. If you finish it - woohoo - if not - then you have had a great educational opportunity. My eyes would be crossed if I had spent 4 days working on that.
Posted by: kelly | June 30, 2009 at 08:12 AM
Yes, The Tony loves them layered stitches! This is a unique learning opportunity, though. Just don't think you have to finish it. Learn what you can and if you can stitch the whole thing, do. But don't feel obligated. I think what you are learning is more important than what you are stitching personally. Tony's said to be a very good teacher and he's wildly talented. So relax and enjoy everything.
Looking at the piece I can tell how much work you've put into it. Congratulations!
Posted by: Chillyhollow | June 30, 2009 at 07:55 AM
This seems like a very interesting project. Looking forward to follow your progress on it :-)
Pierrette =^..^=
Posted by: Pierrette | June 30, 2009 at 06:35 AM
You have WAY more in than I do. I spent the day in my jammies recouperating from the last 4 days.
Have a great week!
Colleen
Posted by: Colleen Church | June 29, 2009 at 08:28 PM