We Exist

I've had people ask if Mother Artists at Work still exists as a group. That's because we mainly operate under the floorboards, holding each other up. Motherhood and art making are both creative endeavors that take so much energy, it's hard to do both. Sometimes, we have to put the art on hold while we focus on the kids. If we do that too long, we forget who we are. That's why this group exists.

Some of us are finding success after many years of simply showing up to meetings to be inspired and encouraged by others. Some are learning to balance little ones with a little art, whatever can be squeezed in. Some are still overwhelmed by the magnitude of responsibly caring for children, but are looking up -- and being lifted up -- by the loving arms of friends.

Some are finding out life is like a movie: this one.

We consistently greet new members. Some stay, some do not. What we provide is not for everyone. We maintain a place in our local community. We do what we can. But primarily, we keep the fire burning.

In addition to our solo endeavors (links to artists on the right,) here are some things on the horizon:

March, 2010: A-Holes
May, 2010: Hard Labor (a group show for MAW, details forthcoming)
July, 2010: KidzArtz
May, 2011: group show at the Concourse Gallery

Who Does She Think She Is? House Party!

Hey, we're having a PARTY! And a screening of Who Does She Think She Is? It's this Sunday, 11/8/09, 1:30 p.m. at a member's home. This corresponds with the national house party, and we only have 4 spots left! The event is free, but we are accepting voluntary donations at the door.

This film is a must-see for women who are artists. Or is that artists who are women? I get confused. If you want to come, just drop a note here in the comment box, and we'll get the location info out to you.

One Roof at Wild Goose Creative

Ohio State Fair Fine Arts Exhibition

MAW members Melissa Ayotte and Alissa Sorenson have work and won awards in the Amateur Division of the Ohio State Fair Fine Arts Exhibition! Don't forget to stop by the Cox Fine Arts Building while at the Fair, and check out the work!

Artesanias Fair

Artesanias Fair and will feature 6 Latina artisans (including MAW member Muhu Accessories) that sell jewelry and accessories made here and in their home countries. It will be a fun evening of shopping, food and music.

Artesanias Fair
July 24th 5-9pm
2491 Summit St Columbus OH 43202

A portion of the evening sales will be donated to the Ponseti International Foundation, which helps kids around the world suffering from clubfeet.

Artisan Sundays @ The North Market!

I stole this pic from Alissa's blog...

Four lovely ladies of MAW will be vending this year at Artisan Sundays @ The North Market. Alissa and Kate are booth-sharing for some dates, and sisters Laura and Michelle are as well. Check out the calendar for the who's and when's. Then go buy some awesome stuff!!!

KidzArtz Wrap Up Write Up!

A wonderful article about KidzArtz '09! Read about it HERE.