PJ Bergin Studio 126

Art at the Nexus of Wax and Joomchi.

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New blog post is up! Spring has sprung in Salida and at Studio 126. I'm feeling refreshed and reinvigorated. Read how the changing of the season is influencing my work and let me know what you've been up to during this gorgeous... https://t.co/77aaud2esj

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New blog post is up! I invite you to read about my recent trip to New York City where I was lucky enough to visit the Guggenheim Museum and see an exhibition of the Swedish artist Hilma af Klint, a woman whose vision and work were far... https://t.co/ZDZEQqW75g

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"Bolt From the Blue" is from the "Be Aware" Series. It is featured in the latest Post PJ Bergin Studio 126 . When you read it the message for my inspiration will be known. I love the bright colors for this... https://t.co/luIoVDuNKi

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New blog post is up! Read about the unexpected twists and turns of my creative process and hear why Instagram is such a great vehicle for sharing my work while it's in progress. As always, I'd love to hear your thoughts and... https://t.co/avBuRkSy9S

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Ever wonder how all the textures are created within the Joomchi artwork? Now you are in on one of my secret "high tech " techniques. While the Hanji/mulberry paper is wet and encased in plastic, the ultimate... https://t.co/YOp5HjgybI

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The first step when designing the next artwork is selecting the calligraphy and painting it. Here I am executing the character for JUPITER. It is the planet chosen next for the "Planet " Series. Please see... https://t.co/5XoLfnnxzA

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After spending this week creating the collage for the next in the "Planet" Series, it's time to get the Hanji wet. You can see this is a meticulous and tedious process, but necessary. Otherwise the mulberry... https://t.co/QJv94aa9dy

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The first artwork in the series "The Planets" is finished. Inspiration is from the planet Mercury, "The Winged Messenger", the title of the artwork. Learn more details by watching the recently released video... https://t.co/3eOD46ZgZW

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Still working on the technique, but getting the Asian calligraphy finished for the next artwork in the "Planets" Series". The theme for this piece is Venus, the bringer of Peace, goddess of Love. The Chinese... https://t.co/LfbO2DpaMm

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New blog post is up!

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[PJ Bergin Studio 126 @PJBerginCO]

New blog post is up!

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Applying the encaustic medium is a tedious, but rewarding part of finishing the Joomchi artwork. You can can see how it enhances the HANJI paper and gives it translucency and brightness. I will work with the... https://t.co/1KdjpGU8Mf

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New blog post is up! Read about how my creative process intersects (and diverges) from that of the late great composer, Leonard Bernstein. As always, I welcome your thoughts and feedback!

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New work titled "Green Path Closed Gate", depicting the plight of refugees wanting to enter our country. You can read more about it at @pjbergin. #mulberrypaper #SalidaArtist #FineArtPaper... https://t.co/qjL2BKA3oE

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My dear, what large feet you have—- Zhang Huan, “Three Legged Buddha”

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Looking forward to seeing you all next weekend (Sep 22 & 23) for the Salida Studio Tour! – PJ https://t.co/diDBsrXxLL

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August is the month when most of Europe goes on vacation. For the past few years, I have used August for going on creative adventures. Read all about it in my latest blog post. As always, I'd love to hear your... https://t.co/0OzW6A5ag6

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Seeing the details of this recent artwork helps to get the feel of the fused Hanji and the effect of the layer of resin I apply as part of the process. I explain my inspiration for this piece in my latest... https://t.co/uq7fRCsUjL

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New blog post is up, in which I reflect upon the "busy-ness" of summer and how that staying productive can help us make sense of the world. If you have a few moments to spare from all of your summer activities, I'd love to hear your thoughts.... https://t.co/xcI8Eu6VGd

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This is the beginning process of applying the encaustic medium onto the Hanji artwork. You can see a small brush is used to get into the nooks and textures from the Joomchi process. Applying this finish will... https://t.co/TeNVxtiAdz