OUR LADY DELUXE

OUR LADY DELUXE speaks to our society’s current and over-the-top adoration of wealth and things as marks of status and importance. I have chosen to pose my Lady not unlike Mary’s typical depiction amidst roses. However, instead of adding images of angels or other religious iconography, I chose to have her appear to juggle items that reflect commercial decadence and luxury. Our Lady DeLuxe is a symbol of our devotion to ‘stuff’.

This piece was inspired by a 1920’a photograph of a showgirl, a vintage article of paper doll clothing, ephemera from magazines from the 30’s, 40’s and 50’s as well as a found metal graphic (Thank you Donna Durland!), all from my collection of vintage and found objects. Mixing the pre and post war era with the ever-present modern desire to have.

For more information on OUR LADY DELUXE or sales inquiries, please feel free to contact me at tmfancey@gmail.com.

Cheers!

I've Taken a Fancy: La Bella Mona Lisa Gallery

If you are ever travelling around the famous Cabot Trail in the province of Nova Scotia and wish to visit a truly FABULOUS shop/gallery, do visit La Bella Mona Lisa Gallery in St. Joseph du Moine ( enroute between Margaree Harbour and Cheticamp NS). Artist extrodinaire Michel Williate-Battet owns and operates this gallery-shop and there you can see his enchanting work. I am honoured to now show some of my work at La Bella Mona Lisa Gallery and to be in such good company as the artisans and artists who show there too...in particular Michel himself. I have been an admirer of Michel's work for years as well as a patron of his gallery shop. Please do visit Michel's website to learn more about him and his work, and check out his microsite on the Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design's website too, as he is also a member there.
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( This piece pictured here is called "I've Taken a Fancy". It is a mixed media work on board with vintage Valentine making the claim. It measures 8"X8" and is available for sale at La Bella Mona Lisa Gallery on the Cabot Trail. For more info check the above links or email me at tmfancey@gmail.com)

Not the usual post, but an Accidental Sea

I have watched this incredible short film many times and it never fails to command my attention and it inspires me in more ways than I can express.Go ahead watch...and see what you think.

Kudos Ransom Riggs.