Nicole Kristiana Studio

If you’re like me, you had high hopes of getting those cards done Thanksgiving weekend, but… it’s really looking like some time – end of next week. If you’re not like me, you’ve probably gotten those cards out based of last year’s spreadsheet on Black Friday, and are in the market to prepare for next year. Or, perhaps you know someone who would love a set of beautiful cards to send out?

Any way you like it, they are here!
Four beautiful card designs and lovely quotes inside.

Quote Inside: Gifts of time and love are surely the basic ingredients of a truly Merry Christmas! - Peg Bracken

Quote Inside: There are two ways of spreading light:To be the candle or the mirror that reflects it. - Edith Wharton

Quote Inside: Blessed is the season which engages the whole world in a conspiracy of love! -Hamilton Wright Mabie

Qute Inside: A Christmas candle is a lovely thing; It makes no sound at all, but softly gives itself away. -Eva Logue

Back of the card has the artwork name and details, artist’s name and location.

Card sets come in 4 packs for $7.50 and 12 packs for $22.50

Available on Etsy and at the Bellefonte Arts in Wilmington, DE!

Alternatives Holiday Craft Show!

DECEMBER 2nd!

5-11 pm!

Meet the artisans and browse beautifully-crafted contemporary handmade goods this holiday season. Alternatives Holiday Craft Show is a truly unique and meaningful holiday shopping experience.

Hang as a set or individually!

Holiday Cards are on the way! These same images will come in 4 and 12 card sets!

Check out their Website!

See you Friday!

“Nicole Kristiana FitzGibbon finished hanging her show with us on Sunday. It is fun, playful and beautiful.” – FB post from The Palette & The Page. Wow, thanks. That’s what I hope to hear comes through. Very touched.

Etymology of Cosmopolitan (just ’cause)
Was watching some sort of Philosophy show off Netflicks.. “heidegger, heidegger, heidegger…” (looooooonnngggg story.)

cosmopolitan
1. (comparative more cosmopolitan, superlative most cosmopolitan) all-inclusive; affecting the whole world
2. (of a place or institution) composed of people from all over the world
3. (of a person) at ease in any part of the world
4. (of a plant etc.) growing in many parts of the world; widely distributed

Noun
cosmopolitan (plural cosmopolitans)
1. a cosmopolitan person; a cosmopolite
2. a cocktail containing vodka, triple sec, lime juice and cranberry juice

Pretty all inclusive, for the love of words!

The Philosophy of Responsibility…
Cosmopolitanism- Kwame Anthony Appiah

From Wikipedia.
Appiah has been influenced by the cosmopolitanist philosophical tradition, which stretches from German philosophers such as Hegel through W. E. B. Du Bois and others. In his article “Education for Global Citizenship,” Appiah outlines his conception of cosmopolitanism. He therein defines cosmopolitanism as “universality plus difference”. Building from this definition, he asserts that the first takes precedence over the latter, that is: different cultures are respected “not because cultures matter in themselves, but because people matter, and culture matters to people.” But Appiah first defined it as its problems but ultimately determines that practicing a citizenship of the world and conversation is not only helpful in a post – 9/11 world. Therefore, according to Appiah’s take on this ideology, cultural differences are to be respected in so far as they are not harmful to people and in no way conflict with our universal concern for every human’s life and well-being.[9] In his book, “Cosmopolitanism: Ethics in a World of Strangers,” Appiah introduces two ideas that “intertwine in the notion of cosmopolitanism” (Emerging, 59). The first is the idea that we have obligations to others that are bigger than just sharing citizenship. The second idea is that we should never take for granted the value of life and become informed of the practices and beliefs of others. Kwame Appiah frequents university campuses to enlighten today’s youth by sharing his perspectives. One request he makes is, “See one movie with subtitles a month.”

So, this morning I was up bright and early. I had to be in Kennett Square, PA, by 10 AM with artwork for a show at the Centre for Vibrant Living. I packed for two shows. I was headed to Elkton, MD, right after I hung the show in PA. I was also on my own for this trip. My brother had to head back to DC in the morning, and, my fiance, had been putting in incredible hours at work, and will be this week as well, so, they weren’t really available.
Luckily, on my way I stopped at Happy Harry’s for some sticker labels and ran into my friend David who I met at the Bellefonte Cafe. He was getting ready for the party there, but hadn’t much to do, so he decided to come along to help.
It was a gorgeous trip. We took 841 through Kennett to 213 in MD. The post snow glisten and freshness of the cool air was beautifully nostalgic. There are a lot of horse farms and beautiful fields along the way. WXPN played Peter Pumpkin Head. We saw wild turkeys and a rooster in someone’s front yard. We had lunch in Elkton and then set up a lovely show at The Palette & The Page.
Both shows went up nice and easily. Much thanks to David for his help! They look great, and, on the way home, we helped a guy out with a ride and a few bucks for coffee. I was very grateful for the pace of the day. Right on time, I dropped David off at his car and headed to Bellefonte Arts. Things are wonderful over there, seems I’m going to need to replenish some stock. I’m so thankful to be part of the gallery in town, and we’re all looking forward to the Grand Opening on November 5!
And, now, I’m headed to a party in town, hopefully my pirate outfit put together from things around the house will go over well~ !

Sorry I’ve been off the grid for a bit. About 2 weeks ago, my beloved Gilligan passed away and the family and I had to stop for a while to heal, reflect and, ultimately celebrate the wonderful life he shared with us. If you follow my blog, you know how much Gilligan meant to me. He was always by my side, friend and protector, and came along with me everywhere, from the Post Office to The Bellefonte Cafe. He was loved by many.

Since his passing, I decided to clean up my life quite a bit. I stopped smoking that Sunday and resolved to not drink alcohol during the week. And, I’ve been doing very well with both, considering the abrupt change. I only slipped up with a few smokes over the weekend, and haven’t had more than 3 glasses of wine on a weekend night, none during the week. It’s been a great change, and, probably should have been done sooner.

As such, with all the changes, I haven’t made it online much and I haven’t updated for shows.

I have 2 shows and 3 celebrations coming up in November!

1. I have a show and opening for the month of November at the Palette and the Page in Elkton, MD! November 5th is the big opening reception and I’m excited to have my work at this wonderful co-op gallery! I’ll be there for signing and questions.

2. I also have a show at the Centre for Vibrant Living in Kennett Sq, PA, for November, starting November 1. Their Community Day event is on November 19th, so I’ll be there for that.

3. There is a big opening celebration event for Bellefonte Arts on Branywine Blvd on Nov. 5th in the evening 5-?. Refreshments and entertainment will be abundant!

4. The DCCA Holiday Arts Craft Show is on December 2, 5-11 pm! Delaware Center for the Contemporary Arts is located right off Justison St on the Wilmington, DE, Riverfront.

I’ll announce individual events as they arrive. Looking forward to seeing everyone at the shows and enjoying creating art throughout the season.

This guy has a very matte black background. It makes the bat seem both like a bat and full moon.
Was just feeling so… October! Will be looking to buy some “hardy mums” tomorrow and do some things to the front door to make it fun.
The original bat painting has gold and silver gouache, with some pen and ink! It’s 22 x 30, with a one inch white border to a deckled edge. Limited Edition Prints have a white border as well.

For October!

The original painting is now sold, but there are some limited edition prints left.

I really enjoy this blog and the taste in the featured images. Lots of wonderful roosters!

http://theroosterproject.wordpress.com/

Thanks Meredith!

I’m not sure how everyone else did this weekend, but my weekend was transitory and very nice.

Here in Northern Delaware, the weather dropped sharply over the weekend. Our expected September weather of 60s and 70s was in the low 50s. So, I pulled the sweaters on, and Saturday, we enjoyed being out in the back yard with friends and the fire pit for a good part of the evening. Dinner was lovely, simple, country-style pork ribs, collards and sweet potatoes. It was the kind of warm Fall meal you’d like to be smelling of smoke from an outdoor fire with. And, of course, Gilligan dutifully enjoyed sitting around the fire with us.

Sunday morning, I did one of my usual snap out of bed at 7 am things. I apparently needed to go to the grocery store… immediately. My wise Piscean brother diagnosed the outting when I got back with ALL the groceries. “What did you do? It got cold out and you decided you needed to stock up on your nuts and berries?” Yeah, pretty much. We’ll have enough for 3 weeks.

The rest of the day was handling some “responsibles”, and FINALLY getting to the art table in the new space. I work on art so much more once the weather cools. And, so far, I am very excited about this next piece. It flowed really well last night and I’m very much looking forward to getting back tonight to work on it. I have so many beautiful ideas ready to be tried and played with. I’m hoping to do a lot of great work these upcoming months!

More news to follow. Oh, I heard that Bellefonte Arts had a fantastic first weekend open! Congratulations!