Times are tough for many but perhaps that can be yesterday’s news. I have always felt that it is important to live in the present; to strive everyday to have positive thoughts and actions. I know that sounds pretty simplistic; I guess it’s about trusting yourself and trying not to dwell on the past.
Whidbey Island has a community of artists and that got me thinking about a great story of perseverance and a woman by the name of Ginny Ruffner. Perhaps we can all take something from this story:
We find beauty in life in many ways; the fun part is being able to share it with someone else.
Ginny Ruffner creates the precious beauty of art with her eyes, hands and heart. That is what artists do! She is a very special person and wonderful glass artist. I hope you enjoy meeting her through this article.
Here is a link to a video back in 1990. When your finished with the video just click the back button to return to the site.
Her comments on Glass Art:
“The most noticeable thing about glass is its beauty; and it’s kind of dangerous because most people get lost in the beauty.”
“What I want my work to do is make people think about what beauty is.”
The accident:
Ginny was in a serious car accident in 1991. It has affected her speech and mobility but not her creative mind. They told her that she “would never walk or talk”. Her response was “watch this!” Ginny is a vibrant and dedicated artist who continues to let beauty loose in this world of ours.
You could describe her work as great fun, energetic, lively and whimsical.
She uses a number of glass pieces in her work; assembling them as if it were a painting. In fact, you will find painting on some of her glass work. The glass has become her canvas. Ginny always has had help with the painting. What was previously a choice is now a necessity.
Ginny’s inspiration comes from her “garden, cat, home, affairs of the heart and intellectual curiosity”.
Here is a video link to some of her more recent work. Listen to her words.
Her heart’s desire is to make art that is available to more people! “Her reason for being is art”
Great Heart! And she’s taking us along for the ride!
Her tough times are Yesterday’s News. We all have certain gifts that can make us stronger we just have to remember and work to overcome yesterday’s news. Remember, until that happens for you we are here to help.
You can visit Ginny’s website by clicking here.
Hope you enjoyed!
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