There are a variety of different interpretations of what “arts accessibility” is. I’ve come up with five. Come find out what they are. Read More
Posts by shawnabarnes
Beyond The Clay
Beyond the Clay is the handicap accessible studio I plan to build in the next 12-18 months. Find out more here. Read More
Introducing – Art Project Boxes!
Introducing art project boxes created by artist Shawna N.M. Barnes. Find out what exactly they are and her suggested uses for them! Read More
Fireworks as an Emotional Trigger
Fireworks can be an interesting topic in the Veteran community. Some really love them and some really hate them. I share my experience and my views in today’s post. Read More
Making Reusable Mold Boxes
During her constant exploration in her studio practice, Shawna has developed a way to create reusable mold boxes when making silicone molds. Come find out how! Read More
Veterans in Craft Week at Haystack
Veterans in Craft Week was the result of a partnership between the Haystack Mountain School of Craft in Deer Isle, Maine, and Frontline Arts based out of New Jersey. It was a week long workshop/retreat for 40+ Veteran artists from across the US. This is just my perspective on this amazing perspective. Read More
Handicap Accessible Studio – The BIGGER Picture – Part 3
Part 3 of my Handicap Accessible Studio blog series. Today’s post is all about “the bigger picture” and how this dream of mine is more than just me wanting a nice art studio. Come see what the bigger picture is and how you can help. Read More
My New Lasher ATH and the 5K
Remember that 5K I was doing last month? My first 5K EVER! I’m finally getting around to writing all about it. I learned a LOT about myself. Read More
Handicap Accessible Studio – Part 2
Part 2 – designs for my handicap accessible studio. Come see what I envision this space to look like, catch a glimpse of the bigger picture, and find out what I’m doing to make it happen. Read More
Stud the Puffin
Stud Puffin Challenge! Find out how my nesting puffin art miniature got its name and the fun challenge you can participate in when you get one of your very own! Read More
Handicap Accessible Studio – Part 1
Getting my handicap accessible studio built is a huge driving force in my art practice at the moment. In this post, I break down WHY it’s so important to me as well as the basic cost breakdown of making it happen. Read More