Meg Thompson - NYC Artist

Newest painting

megthompson — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 16:42:52 +0000

I just finished my latest comission. The request: Something in West Texas with cattle, cotton, and oil. 6″ x 8″; walnut ink, sumi ink, watercolor on rice paper; 2009.

New Furniture Piece

megthompson — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 16:32:45 +0000

Check out the newest furniture piece I designed and made- the “Skinny Buffalo” coffee table. I’m working on a series of almost animate furniture pieces to join us in our homes.

Holiday show a success!

megthompson — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 16:24:46 +0000

Thanks all who stopped by the Holiday artisan show! It was great to see so many people and get the good feedback. It is always good to get my stuff out of the studio and set up to see how it works together and outside of myself. And special thanks to Jim Andralis and Larry Krone for their fabulous performance! That Christmas sweater song made my entire holiday season! Look for them preforming around town– they do the “Hit Parade” at Joe’s Pub every now and then which is a show not to miss- very funny. And thanks to Sylvia Brewster for joining us and bringing her great cards, photography and energy to the event! Happy Holidays- stay sane! Thanks again- Meg

Brooklyn Artillery Show Over

megthompson — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 21:32:27 +0000

Thanks to David Gibson and everyone who helped pull off the Brooklyn Artillery show! By all accounts it went well. I will update for the next “Playspace” show when I know anything. Keep playing!

Holiday Show/Sale/Open House/Party

megthompson — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 21:11:06 +0000

December 12th. Come join us for a holiday artist sale and open house. There will be hand made cards, ornaments, belt buckles, wood furniture and other locally made gifts. It is also an open house to celebrate our new, expanded space– “Makeville” is a woodworking school that I share space with and Robin will be there to show off her new area and talk about the classes and events she offers at Makeville (makeville.com). We are even trying to get some friends to play live music in the evening. So come by and see the creative stuff we make all day to keep ourselves out of trouble. Bring friends, spread the word. Many other businesses in the building will be having sales that day too– it is full of creative designer types. Come by: 119 8th ave #208– Between 7th and 8th ave in Gowanus. Close to F stop at 4th ave and 9th street.

Upcoming show!

megthompson — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 15:56:34 +0000

I am pleased to invite you all to a group show I am participating in that opens this Saturday, Sept 12th. It is a PlaySpace project entitled “I’ld like to teach the world to play…” From the press release: “It is part of a new art fair organized by the Williamsburg Gallery Association called BROOKLYN ARTILLERY at The Castle Braid Lofts,114 Troutman Street, between Central and Bushwick Avenues… Co-curators on this project are David Gibson, Savannah Spirit, Rakien Nomura, Rebecca Eppenstein, and Elizabeth Line. Featured artists include Dianne Bowen, Marcy Brafman, Jennifer Burbank, Amy Chaiklin, Vincent Ciniglio, Barrie Cline, Katherine Daniels, Linda Griggs, Moira McDonald, Mary Ann Strandell, and Meggan Thompson.”

It is open every Sat and Sunday through the end of Oct. Come by and say hi!

For more information go to: http://playspace-projects.blogspot.com

Belt Buckles

megthompson — Mon, 25 May 2009 15:46:51 +0000

I finally got some pictures up of the belt buckles I have been working on since last fall. Go to “Belt Buckles” under “artwork.” They are handmade out of steel using torch, forge, and sanding/polishing work. They are all one of a kind. I like the rough finish look with the natural colors and rust of the steel coming through. But some of them I sand and polish up. I think this will be a consistant line in which I keep creating new pieces. Custom requests are welcome- for the belt buckles and any work, just send me an email!

New Mosaic piece

megthompson — Mon, 25 May 2009 15:37:43 +0000

I recently finished a small mosaic wall hanging entitled “Cow Skull at Midnight.” Go to “Mosaics” or “New Work” to see a photo.

Amish barn wood

megthompson — Mon, 25 May 2009 00:42:45 +0000

I’m currently working on some tables for an office in downtown Brooklyn. I’m using old Amish barn wood (pine). I love working with the old worn and warm wood. Go to “artwork- Furniture” to see photos. I like working with materials that have a long history already. I swear I can feel the energy in my hands when I work with the barn wood. Design wise I am combining some Shaker elements and arts and crafts style, and my own personal preferences. I also am using old wood joinery techniques which add to the evidence of hand feel of the old barn wood.

Springtime

megthompson — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 23:36:37 +0000

I am back in the blacksmith studio this spring. The belt buckles have captured my imagination. More coming to the site soon….