It has been a long, cold, winter here at Crow River North, my rural Minnesota studio, with snow drifts that remain nearly chest high. I have shoveled tons of snow, been snowed in for days on end, and postponed many trips, short and long, as a result of the weather.
Despite this snow and cold, I have found great joy in the countryside and peace in my surroundings. Having lived throughout the USA in cities large and small, my choice to create a rural studio, was indeed a good one. The setting has created a quiet space for reflection. Though many people would find it lonely, I have found the solitary time to be important to my creative process.
My favorite time of the day here at Crow River North, is sunset. I take the time to stop and watch as the sun sets over the river and drops beyond the horizon. Each sunset is an entirely new set of colors and striations. Clouds, wind, snow, rain, leaves, bare branches, birds, and animals of all types, influence the experience of the sunsets. It is my time to breathe. I clear my mind and take in the glory of this gift to me.
I have painted (some of my work can be seen at: artsicle.com/Linda-Brobeck) and worked on my ceramics throughout the winter. The below zero temps have made it difficult to fire my kiln, which is located outside in the building pictured in the photo of snow drifts. So, I have accumulated a lot of green ware, which, I am excited to report, will be bisque fired next week, as the temperature has risen. I suspect I'll be firing for the entire week before I get the chance to start glaze firing, which is always exciting. I have created both functional and sculptural work and look forward to finally getting the Crow River North website and shop open online. Please watch for my announcements! In the interim, please visit my website lindabrobeck.com
Wishing you peace and all that is good!
L
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