Sub Zero in Regent's Park

A scene more akin to Eastern European than to Central London, frozen icicles cascading down struggling water fountains in the Avenue Gardens.  Only those with non-slip boots and arctic gloves were brave enough to stop and admire natures sculptures.

 

   

New Ceramicist on the Block

Jolie Fortuna, an exceptionally talented ceramicist had her first show at the Camden Arts Centre this Saturday, 27th November 2010.

The pieces for this exhibition were based on the Dutch artist René Daniëls, who is currently showing Painting on Unknown Languages upstairs at the centre, Arkwright Road, London NW3 6DG.

Jolie has been working to complete this sensational body of work since September.  Unfortunately, the show has ended, but keep your eyes open for this VYBA (Very Young British Artist).

Freeze the balls on a brass monkey!

A quick sharp walk across Regent's Park, due to the caustic weather not encouraging meandering or the stopping of movement to admire the last of autumn.  Hibernation imminent.

 

The few snow flakes that fell this afternoon in Central London were witnessed by waiting parents desperate to pick up their charges and head for the warmth of homes.  Time to get out the thermal underwear and snow boots. 

Halloween Again!

Strange, eerie fog again.  One almost expects Sherlock Holmes to come round the corner.  And the clip-clop of hooves drawing their carriages for two and six!

Local Pea Soup!

Another atmospheric day with dense fog. It feels like the edge of the world is just up the road, and then it's a freefall into space!

Pea Soup in Regent's Park!

After several days of high winds and it raining cats and dogs, it was a welcome relief to find it bitterly cold and foggy!

A leisurely stroll through Regent's Park saw hardened dog owners and runners trying to get fit before the onslaught of Christmas mince pies and chocolates.

Tis the season for Salt Dough!

2 cups cheapest all-purpose flour
1 cup salt
1 cup cold water

Mix salt and flour together in a bowl.  Gradually add 1/2 cup of water and mix to a dough.  Knead the dough on a flat surface, add water as needed.

If you want holes, pierce the dough with a matchstick after cutting shapes.

Shapes will dry in a couple of days.  Paint with acrylic paints and varnish all sides.