Cold Night, Hot Discussion

After a few mild days in a row, tonight we had what felt like the coldest weather since the last discussion group. No matter- we have a good heater in the corner, hot beverages for those who want them, and another lively discussion. The first two photos show a variety of work from a lot of our regulars, including a bit of my long in progress tower block. Two of our regular group member weren't there tonight, but we had two new people (new to the group, but not to the Studio) bring work to show, seen in the last two photos. That includes some much cooler than the usual b&w photographs of nearby Asbury Park from Molly (not the one who shares the space) and Rob's intensely complex symbolic/mystical paintings.

As a special bonus, today marked the 2nd anniversary of the founding of our joint venture in the basement. I had gotten a Christmas card that year from Molly, requsting a meeting to discuss some print issues. Over lunch that turned out to be her need to find a home for her press, one where she and maybe others could use it, as well as a desire to start a regional print organization. She told me about the Jersey Shore Arts Center and some of the available spaces. I went right over to check it out, and called her right then to say I wanted in. It would be a few months before we started moving in.