Last year was really a whirlwind of a year and I might have to pinch myself still in disbelief things really happened- LOL. For example my trip to Cincinnati, Ohio where I was invited to film some Mixed Media DVD’s for F&W Media (parent company of Cloth Paper Scissors, Artists Magazine, North Light Books, Artists and Makers and many many more).
It was quite an operation and it was pretty cool to see how filming outside of a tiny messy studio with a little webcam works and how much work and how many awesome fun people are involved. Let me show you some behind the scenes photos :)
I was so crazy nervous the first of the four days- you have no idea. Besides being nervous about the whole camera situation I also became pretty aware that I have an accent and make language mistakes …what if I would really blow it…LOL. No worries though …I think I compensated that with funny faces ;)
Everything was good – The crew was super super sweet and Kristy Conlin who was my “student” for the filming was super fun to work with! We laughed a lot …
And made smart comments about weird things…
and made very important decisions on what to eat for lunch
and just picked on each other ….LOL
and smiled….a lot …when we didn’t know if the camera was already rolling or not…
Here is Amy Jones, my producer – she is so sweet and awesome and organized and really put me at ease and was just amazingly encouraging and welcoming!
She also kept all of us in check …because you know…lot’s of Shenanigans happened during the takes ;)
Lot’s of cameras and lot’s of light- boy – it was HOT in there …I have a new respect for everyone working in studios …ever walked through the light section of a big department store in your winter jacket? Double that feeling and you are close! Because of the noise you can’t run the air conditioner to cool it down either and it was a really warm November on top. So every time we were done with a take we pretty much went out side to cool off a bit.
It was great to see how they had set up the set with my artwork
This is Sam – above – so much fun to work with him and Erin – below left. They are amazing!!!
And see George mounted on the camera?
Yup- that is a trick to keep you reminded to look at him and so into the camera while talking …because…it is awkward to talk to the a camera…but talking to George …ha …nice ;)
Amy stuck George into my Art Journal when I went home, which I forgot until I was teaching a class at Pratt where he fell out …very weird moment- LOL – try and explain that ;)…I need to do a page with him – LOL
Such a wonderful crew of people- It was so wonderful to work with them and the four days went by really quick. I hope I will see them again :)
The DVD’s are estimated to come out in March this year and I am looking forward to tell you what the content is- that I wasn’t allowed to share yet :)
I hope all of you on the East Coast are all warm and safe right now with the snow storm – I am snuggled into my warm studio and I am planning on doing some artwork and eat some hearty stew today. Have a wonderful weekend!
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Luz Marcano
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Thanks for sharing information and the opportunity yo win the book. Any chance of visiting Western Massachusetts to teach?
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Genevieve Butler
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I love Jodi’s concept of experiencing a dialogue with art! I think it’s a good way to approach an art journal page – rather than trying to complete a perfect piece of art from the outset, I’ll just say to myself “now I am going to have a dialogue with art” and see what happens!
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Andrea
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I really love Jodi’s art! That would be so nice to win a copy of her book!
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Alisa
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Thanks for the chance to win a copy of this book! I’m sure it is amazing!
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jjflair
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This looks like a fantastic book! Congrats to Jodi and to you! :)
I will be standing in So Cal, facing north and waving at you while you are in San Jose. :) So close, and yet too far to make it to a midweek class. Have fun!!
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Shelba
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Would be over the moon to get Jodi’s book…thanks for the gives away.
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Linda Richards
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Thank you for the awesome giveaway! I appreciate the videos too.
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jbonomo
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Thank for spreading the inspiration around. I loved her Whimsical Characters video and would love to learn more about her and her art. Thank you, thank you!
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nathalie-kalbach
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Julie – Congratulations. You were drawn as the winner! I will contact you via email- please send me your shipping addy via email so I can send the book out to you, nat
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Julie B
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THANK YOU! I can’t wait to see your paintings in the book. I replied to your e-mail. EEK. Happy dance here.
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Rebecca Tilinski
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I have Jodi’s book..and it is fabulous. My friend doesn’t have one, though, and I would love to give her a copy!
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Marlene
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I have borrowed Jodi’s book from our library and loved it. It would be great to win a copy. Thank you.
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angelthreads
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I would be thrilled to have Jodi’s book. I loved her video in CJS 2017.
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JUDY STAROSCIK
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I would love the win Jodi Oh’s book. Always looking for new and different ideas to kick start my art journal pages.
Thanks for the opportunity,
JUDY Staroscik
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jakkigarlansgmail-com
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Nathalie, I would love to win a copy of this book. I’m 65 and madly trying to catch up for the lost years when I didn’t realize I could make art! I read voraciously and see hints of the influences helping to grow my work ?
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linda-faber
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OH, I think that book belongs only bookshelf. Hoping to win one. Thanks for the chance. Love Jodi Ohl.
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Bea Savellano
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I would love to have a copy of Jodi’s book. THanks for the opportunity…
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Susan Schultheis
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Jodi is a wonderful and talented artist and you are no exception to be part of her new book!
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Kristen Powers
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Two of may favorite people! Congratulations on being included in such a great project!
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Cindy Langston
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Two of my most favorite artists in one book, how could it possibly get any better than that!! Congrats to both of you!!
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Jill
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Great looking book, lots of things to play with.
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jacqvz
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I’d love to win the book, looks inspiring! :-)
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Rosie Grey
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I’d love to win the book – thanks so much for the opportunity! ?
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LOUISE KOSLOFSKY
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I would love this as I am new to acrylic!
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Karen
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I would LOVE to receive this book! It looks like so much fun!
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Jan White
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I am excited to take some classes with Jodi Ohl next fall when she comes to Oklahoma. Would love to win her book
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Mary McVay
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I love Jodi Ohl. I took notice of her years ago and then lost sight of her. So glad I found her again.
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