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About Babs

I'm a narrative sculptor navigating her way through the ever-changing currents in what feels like an art ocean. Whether appreciating the calm rhythm of calls for art and exhibiting, or waiting to catch a big wave of inspiration to take me to the top. I just love being in the water. Formerly a pickle packer, theater major, crisis counselor and occupational therapist with a BA in Communications and a BS in Occupational Therapy, only to discover I've always been an artist. My work grows from a strong connection to people and a passion for discovering the beauty in ordinary things. I sculpt figuratively in clay, utilizing the female form and women’s themes. Frequently my inspiration is drawn from childhood memories and my own short poems. Like each of us as humans every work is uniquely influenced by the past and present and has a narrative.

Post A Week Challenge for 2011

“And now let us welcome the New Year.  Full of things that have never been.” Rainer Maria Rilke I’ve decided to sign up for the WordPress Post a week challenge.  Those of you who have been following my posts are … Continue reading

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Goals for the New Year?

What are your goals for the new year? I ended up not writing a Christmas letter this year. It wasn’t a purposeful decision. It just didn’t happen. In fact I still have a stack of Christmas cards, addressed, with stamps, … Continue reading

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The importance of being Oprah and other musings

So my ticket to instant fame and fortune is soon going off the market. I always thought that one day, when my artwork had reached perfection, Oprah would discover me, invite me on her show, and the rest would be history. … Continue reading

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