Project 09 | September
We're entering into our 9th month together with something a bit lighter than the last couple projects. This month is all about repetition, we'll be creating a simple pattern using
We're entering into our 9th month together with something a bit lighter than the last couple projects. This month is all about repetition, we'll be creating a simple pattern using whatever materials you prefer. Once the pattern is established, introduce one small variation: a splash of color, a discordant note,
Project 08 | Complete
This month's turn out was a bit low, but given the time of year and the number of big changes that folks are juggling, it isn't a surprise. Even with
This month's turn out was a bit low, but given the time of year and the number of big changes that folks are juggling, it isn't a surprise. Even with the smaller number of projects, I enjoyed each and every project that was sent my way. From the pragmatic to
Project 08 | August
Over the last seven months, a few of you have proposed projects that utilize sound in some way. Well, the time has come: the primary requirement for this month's project
Over the last seven months, a few of you have proposed projects that utilize sound in some way. Well, the time has come: the primary requirement for this month's project is that it must produce sound. Beyond that, there are no restrictions on medium, scale, materials, or process. The sound
Project 07 | Complete
The best part of the Year of Projects, for me, is seeing these projects slowly start to land in my inbox every month. From wishful thinking, to the passing of
The best part of the Year of Projects, for me, is seeing these projects slowly start to land in my inbox every month. From wishful thinking, to the passing of a good pup, to moments of zen, everyone delivered great shadows! If you found art in the shadows around you
Project 07 | July
This month's project was initially inspired by February's candle holder project and then resurfaced again after seeing one of last month's submissions. This month's project highlights the dark side, focusing
This month's project was initially inspired by February's candle holder project and then resurfaced again after seeing one of last month's submissions. This month's project highlights the dark side, focusing on the use of shadows as your material. That which casts the shadow can be anything you choose, I just
Project 06 | Complete
We've got a bunch of great submissions this month; some move, some attract, and some demand attention. A few are still waiting for engagement data, so I expect to update
We've got a bunch of great submissions this month; some move, some attract, and some demand attention. A few are still waiting for engagement data, so I expect to update this page a couple of times in the coming week. - BG | Mirror
Project 06 | June
This month we've got a slightly different project... This month's proposal focuses more on conditions/context rather than materials or format. This month we will be making something that will placed
This month we've got a slightly different project... This month's proposal focuses more on conditions/context rather than materials or format. This month we will be making something that will placed in a public location (anonymous or not). Your submission can be made of any material, but it should have at
Project 05 | Complete
This month was tough for a lot of us. Our materials dried out, became brittle, and broke before we even had a chance to use them. Travel, work, and family
This month was tough for a lot of us. Our materials dried out, became brittle, and broke before we even had a chance to use them. Travel, work, and family all tugged on our time and attention. Despite all of the demands, the group managed to make interesting things from
Project 05 | May
This month we've got a project submission that will get you outside and back to nature (whatever that looks like wherever you are). The output can be whatever you like:
This month we've got a project submission that will get you outside and back to nature (whatever that looks like wherever you are). The output can be whatever you like: a mask, a mandala, wind chimes, Wicker Man... anything. The only rule: your materials have to be found in nature.
Project 04 | Complete
When I announced this project, 3 people (not including the person who proposed the idea) wrote to tell me how excited they were. A month later, people were probably cursing
When I announced this project, 3 people (not including the person who proposed the idea) wrote to tell me how excited they were. A month later, people were probably cursing me as x-acto blades scarred finger tips while folks worked late into the night. Even so, you folks really did
Project 04 | April
This month we're tackling another suggested project: we'll be making a zine. This month I am asking you to create zine with at least 8 pages (include front and back
This month we're tackling another suggested project: we'll be making a zine. This month I am asking you to create zine with at least 8 pages (include front and back cover) that explore any topic/theme that you choose. My own collection of zines feature drug-fueled country songs, radical leftist politics,
Project 03 | Complete
This month folks really delivered some great work! Nice to see such a broad range of materials and approach: collage, sculpture, ceramics, embroidery, typography, block prints, and more! I hope
This month folks really delivered some great work! Nice to see such a broad range of materials and approach: collage, sculpture, ceramics, embroidery, typography, block prints, and more! I hope you enjoy these as much as I enjoyed seeing them roll in... Sidenote: Artist statements (un/serious or otherwise) are always
Project 03 | March
This month we’ve got another project request: we’re going to start with a found piece of art (however you define that), and then we’re going to modify it. It’s up
This month we’ve got another project request: we’re going to start with a found piece of art (however you define that), and then we’re going to modify it. It’s up to you to decide how far you want to venture from the original art. Don't forget to document before you
Project 02 | Complete
That was fun... I think. If your project was like mine, there were failed prototypes, a few successes, and only small fires. I was quite impressed with this month's shares;
That was fun... I think. If your project was like mine, there were failed prototypes, a few successes, and only small fires. I was quite impressed with this month's shares; from the unconventional materials, to the unexpected results, and all (to the best of my knowledge) without injury. Great work,
Project 01 | Complete
This month you all delivered some great work - but I think it was the notes of struggle that I enjoyed most. From relearning how to make marks on paper
This month you all delivered some great work - but I think it was the notes of struggle that I enjoyed most. From relearning how to make marks on paper to just forcing yourself to sit and focus, this project was as much about the effort of doing it as
Project 02 | February
This month we're shifting into three dimensions... We are going to make a candle holder. It's up to you to decide the type of candle it will hold and if
This month we're shifting into three dimensions... We are going to make a candle holder. It's up to you to decide the type of candle it will hold and if it's a single holder or a set of two (hell, if you want to make a candelabra... go for it).
Project 01 | January
This month we will ease in with something that many folks will have tried in the past: Drawing. Think of a familiar object, something you know fairly well, and draw
This month we will ease in with something that many folks will have tried in the past: Drawing. Think of a familiar object, something you know fairly well, and draw it from memory. This object can be as small or as big as you like. Once complete, find that object

A Year of Projects | Introduction
Every month this year, I will be posting projects from a small group of folks that have committed themselves to making something every month. These projects might be challenging, but
Every month this year, I will be posting projects from a small group of folks that have committed themselves to making something every month. These projects might be challenging, but the goal is simple: just make something. So, grab a cup of coffee and stay tuned...