THE STUDIO OF NICOLE MERKENS

  Ho Ho Ho!!! Can you believe it's that time of year again? I can't and am sad that time is strange these days- nothing to gauge it on since we have all been in a holding pattern for so long. Well, I hope you can make it out to the annual Holiday Works in Clay Show at Roswell Art Center West. I will have a table and some of my "Dinner Guest" Series Big Heads will be on display. Here's the 411... Holiday Works In Clay   Reception and Meet the Artists Thursday Dec 2, 2021 7 pm to 9 pm   Roswell Art Center West 1355 Woodstock Rd Roswell, GA 30075 www.roswellclaycollective.com

 I am so excited to announce that my Tarot Card Designs are available on Tee Public Link = https://www.teepublic.com/user/artgirl253?utm_source=designer&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=SfAsRAUXsys  So while I continue to design my ultimate tarot deck - my designs live an alter ego life as T-shirts, totes, phone cases, stickers, pillows, tapestries, etc. It's so satisfying to see my work in a new format and I keep all the rights to my work. It's funny, this outlet reaches a new audience and is giving the work a rebirth.  Check it out.

These cold days have me wishing for sun and happier times. This colorful wreath is made from my kids old toys , some dollar store finds and hot pink silk flowers. It makes everyone who knocks on my door smile. Ive turned to making things that lift my spirits and hanging them up or wearing them around my home.  Lots of people are depressed and this is how I am keeping sane. Here's to warmer days when we can all hug!