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The Diary
Full size wire sculpture of a young woman lolling in the summer sun writing a new entry in her diary. I love the twist in the back that...
Sheena McCorquodale
Mar 191 min read
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RESCUE
Full sized wire sculpture of a woman holding a small dog, fleeing the fires. Inspired by the devastating images of the wild fires. Rescue...
Sheena McCorquodale
Mar 191 min read
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From 2d to 3d, Life Drawing to Sculpture
I've had a 'Tuesday Night Drawing Group' that have come to my studio twice a month for the last 10 years. Its always a highlight of my...
Sheena McCorquodale
Nov 15, 20243 min read
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Circe's Reprisal
6' x 6' x 4' painted galvanized chicken wire. Circe is a wonderful character from Greek Mythology. An independent woman living on her own...
Sheena McCorquodale
Nov 15, 20241 min read
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Memorial Angel
One of the most rewarding parts of creating a commissioned sculpture is receiving photos of the piece once it’s been in place long enough...
Sheena McCorquodale
Oct 29, 20241 min read
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Waltzing off to Vienna
In July of this year, I was asked to design and produce 6 dancing figures (3 couples) in Edwardian attire for inclusion in an illuminated...
Sheena McCorquodale
Oct 18, 20241 min read
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Wire Workshops
TWO DAY WORKSHOPS Create a chicken wire sculpture approx 2’ to 3’ high. Instruction on basic anatomy, armature, wire lacing, and...
Sheena McCorquodale
Jun 5, 20241 min read
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NYX to MUSE
How ‘Nyx’, the goddess of the night Became ‘Muse’ the advocate of creativity in the garden I'm drawn to the figures of Greek mythology...
Sheena McCorquodale
May 20, 20242 min read
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WIRED AT THE CATHOUSE 2024
2024's Wire Sculpture Student Showcase Students from last year's wire sculpture workshops are invited to show their creations with prizes...
Sheena McCorquodale
Mar 3, 20241 min read
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Sketching in Mexico
One of my all-time favourite things to do on holiday is to sit with a good cup of coffee or a local beer and maybe splurge on a fruit...
Sheena McCorquodale
Feb 20, 20241 min read
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Fresh Faces at the Cathouse 2024 Art Show of Portraits from Live Models
Cathouse Studio hosts regular drawing/painting sessions with live models
Sheena McCorquodale
Jan 21, 20242 min read
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Good Bye '23, Bring On '24
a quick recap of 2023 and an advance notice of two upcoming shows, FRESH FACES FROM THE CATHOUSE 2024 and WIRED AT THE CATHOUSE STUDENT SHOW
Sheena McCorquodale
Dec 19, 20232 min read
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Battling AI confusion.
We live in confusing times. I've been painting quite a bit lately. I paint the landscapes of my immediate area, with the trees, trails...
Sheena McCorquodale
Oct 15, 20231 min read
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Embracing the Creative Chaos
People who know me primarily as a sculptor often raise their eyebrows when they see me immersed in painting. But that's just how I am—I...
Sheena McCorquodale
Sep 16, 20231 min read
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One Hot Busy Summer
What was going on in the summer of 2023 at the Cathouse. I had some successes with my exhibit entries - "Alphonse" won an honorable...
Sheena McCorquodale
Aug 28, 20232 min read
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News from the Cathouse
Its been a busy spring! Lots of good things and some really crazy BAD things First, the bad things. 1. April 7, 7am, a van came off the...
Sheena McCorquodale
Jun 21, 20232 min read
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2024 FCA calendar. The Online Exhibition
Super stoked. All four of my entries into this month's exhibition were accepted AND it looks like "Surfacing" is going to be 'Ms August'...
Sheena McCorquodale
Apr 30, 20231 min read
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Creating Nyx
I've been working on my sculpture 'Nyx" Goddess of the night. I'm drawn to the figures of greek mythology and their enduring stories. Nyx...
Sheena McCorquodale
Mar 26, 20232 min read
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Cats heading to Granville Island
My charcoal drawings "Cecelia" and "Chub Chub" were juried into the upcoming Federation of Canadian Artists "2023 Animalis Exhibition" in...
Sheena McCorquodale
Feb 28, 20231 min read
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Drawing - the starting point.
I'm often asked how I get my anatomy and sense of proportion in my sculptures. I don't use any forms or mechanical aids. I rely on my...
Sheena McCorquodale
Feb 5, 20231 min read
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