I Love Artists

I have mentioned in past posts how fortunate I feel to have had such talented lovers, friends & acquaintences in my lifetime. The people that I did theatre in high school, college, summer stock, & professional theatre were most often world class talents & I learned so much from working with them & watching them. I have been excited to discover the fine work of some of my new blogging buddies (Will, I am talking about you). I have always been especially keen for visual artists & even when they were 'difficult" personalities & was still enamored of them because of their talent. After 30 years, I am still deeply in love with my artist/designer husband & he still can thrill me with his work as an artist.

The Husband & I met talented, sexy Craig & his handsome, smart partner James at a New Years Eve party (06/07) in a stunning NW Hills Portland home of a guy couple who were mere acquaintances. I mention this because the husband & I NEVER go out on this holiday, but we felt like shaking things up & attending. The party was a bit swank for our taste, but we met this one couple that we seemed to just hit it off with. They have remained good friends & I enjoy their company immensely. CRAIG VOGEL is a very talented photographer & designer. He sells his fine art photographs & has a line of very cool greeting cards. Craig & James live in deep SW Portland in a beautiful house that they share with their dog- Bella. We recently enjoyed a champagne laden brunch on their tropical-looking, lush back patio/deck. Whenever we visit we look forward to seeing Craig's latest work. Craig is whip-smart, very opinionated, political, easily outraged by injustice, & very fun to spend time with. If there is mention of any Republican/Conservative/Racists/Homophobes shenanigans, it will set off a very entertaining rant by Craig .The above photos are from some examples of his recent work. I think is art is amazing.