Blue Ice: An Origin Story
It was 1983 in Fayette County, Pennsylvania and I was 13 years old. My little world was full of sticker collecting, exploring the boundaries of the farm and stretching into my identity. I was…
Read moreThe In-Between Art
We live in a world where a strong opinion, on just about anything, can get a person into all kinds of trouble. Approaching the decade of being halfway to dead, as my man so eloquently puts it,…
Read moreHow to contribute art to The Ruins Project without actually being there
My heart is full of gratitude as I write this. Artists from all over the world are taking steps to be a part of something bigger than themselves by contributing to the walls of The Ruins Project…
Read moreOnce Upon a Time…
“Artist Transforms Abandoned Coal Plant Through Mosaic” by Adelina Lancianese - June 6, 2018 A few weeks ago, The Ruins Project was fortunate to welcome NPR 2017 Kroc Fellow, Adelina…
Read moreThe Watchwoman
Written by an artist who is building her business on The Great Allegheny Passage. The Great Allegheny Passage passes right by my front door. I love bikers. They fascinate me. The day…
Read moreSAMA 2018, Congdamento, American Animal Series and other updates…
Check out my latest work and other portfolio updates… A total of 390 mosaics ranging in dimensions from 3”x3” to 12”x24” within a structure that is 18’x23’x9’, stone and glass I just…
Read moreCharacter appropriation
Being a good artist is hard. On the one hand, you have to learn the techniques of your medium to a point that you are at least proficient. On the other, you must discover ways to surprise or…
Read moreThe hibernating beast
I write this, as I sit, nestled in front of the new woodstove, looking out to a snow-blanketed Ruins Project. This winter has brought two new challenges to the homestead; wood-fired heat as our…
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