PineShoreStudio/Paintings by Helen Harris

This is the new image that I'm sending to the Artomat http://www.artomat.org/ I spoke about this group in my blog in June ( take a moment and click on my archives listed in the right column). The first set of blocks that I produced are located in Tacoma, Washington. I have no idea where these will be distributed but its fun to know that they will find a home in places that I would never have the opportunity to cover on my own. These old converted cigarette machines that distribute art work are located nationally and internationally in museums, galleries, coffee houses ,gift shops. Artists include their contact information and hopefully will receive some feedback. To me its the possibilty, the hope ,the excitement of tossing a letter in a bottle with a message. I hope it will be found!

Have you ever heard of an "Artomat"? I came across this interesting site last year. http://www.artomat.org and recently became a new artist for the organization "Artist in Cellophane" . I am currently preparing these two images to be distributed by their unique methods, refurbished cigarette machines! Each is an original,watercolor /collage . Read their press coverage and you'll be intrigued by their national and international achievements...and thanks for NOT smoking!

It's been a hectic week. Paintings sent off to my rep, gave a demonstration for 23, made a new gallery appointment, new work for 2 shows,exchanged information and connected with other blogging artists. Whew! Can you blame me for taking a break with a calming walk? Rest Here......ahhhhhhhh! 5"x 7" ready to frame, mixed media collage,mat board mounted Please contact Main Avenue Galleria, ocean Grove ,NJ for purchasing information: 732-988-1002, Norma Toliver