What is it About Problems and Charms That Keep Them Coming in Threes?

I thought you'd like to see the results of the re-fired mural. I managed to fix the orange section, and minimized the bubbles in the brown region. This one is my favorite version of the representation.

The top image is from last week showing the glaze flaws. The bottom image is the same mural re-fired. You can see I was able to fix the orange glaze but only minimize the brown region.

I shipped all three murals and was hoping to share the customer's pick of the three, but alas, she's swamped with work and hasn't opened the boxes yet. Yes, it feels like torture. Fortunately, I have lots to keep me busy.

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I'm very excited to introduce my new zinnia and woodland begonia drawings.

The mural for the cancer center is nicely underway. I've drawn 14 of the 24 feet and have started glazing it. It's hard to see the drawing on the bisque tile. By glazing, I can see the sections I'm sure of while still adding other elements. I've started making and testing some new glaze colors. The results are rewarding, and my initial nervousness has turned to fun.

I don't know why things come in threes; it may be that threes are easy to remember. That's why the emergency number is 911.

So my third item today is that the AC is out at the studio. It's been out most of July and will probably still be out in September. Like many companies, GE is having supply chain issues, and I'm waiting for three parts. If you'd like to visit the studio, please come in the morning. I'm working there from 8:00 am to about 1:30 pm. Then I pack up the tiles and glazes I need for the afternoon and move to my dining room table. At first, it wasn't easy, but I'm in a routine now, and my flow is back.