Angry Birds Handmade Costume

We're celebrating!  Finally finished these birds and so pleased with the results.  Each piece was patterned, hand cut and machine sewn.  Our boys wanted Angry Birds for their halloween costumes this year.  And I thought, why not make it ourselves!

For those of you wondering what Angry Birds are.  It's the number one iPhone app/game in 60 countries.  Here's a quick trailer:

What are you going to be this Halloween? 

Falling for Autumm

How are you spending this warm fall weekend?

Chicago in 3D

'Filipinos in Chicago: Then and Now'

48 x 59 x 10 inches

Mixed Media 3D Display by Sherie Sloane

Two weeks ago, I shared with you the large sky painting I was working on.  Here's the completed art installation, currently displayed in Chicago Pedway, below Daley Center as part of the month-long Filipino American History Month and Chicago Artists Month this October.

This display is actually comprised of eight individual paintings layered and assembled together to create a three-dimensional effect.  It's a time capsule depicting the historical beginnings of Filipino migration to Chicago dating back to 1906 to present time.

Here are some photos from the Opening Reception of Pedway Art Exhibit:

Unveiling of 'Pinas Sining: Philippine Arts at a Glimpse' Art Exhibit.

Participating Artists and Guests of Honor during the Opening Reception

If you ever happen to be in Chicago, I invite you to stop by at the Daley Center to see the other artworks on display in the Pedway Window Art Boxes.  The exhibit will run until October 27, 2011.

Thanks again for stopping by and appreciating my art.  

Late Night Painting

Here's what I've been being busy about the past few days.  We've been sick and had to keep my mind off from it.  I painted late nights when all the kiddos were sound asleep.  We're getting better and that's a great thing.  Hubby took these photos when he got up one night and wondered where I was.   It wasn't hard for him to guess.

Stay tuned for updates on this project.  Thanks again for stopping by and appreciating my art.

America Rising

Today, we celebrate the 10th year anniversary of 9/11.  We remember those who lost their lives, their families, loved ones and the brave souls who unselfishly helped their fellow Americans.  I recently traveled to New York with my husband to visit Ground Zero and took these photos.

Ten years after that fateful day in September, America is standing stronger.  

9/11 Memorial Photo File

'Standing Tall' by Sherie Sloane
(Ten years later)

9/11 Memorial File Photo

'Freedom in Progress' by Sherie Sloane
(Ten years later)

9/11 Memorial File Photo

''Towers Rising' by Sherie Sloane
(Ten years later)

Where were you when the world stopped turning on that September day?

Were you in the yard with your wife and children

Did you stand there in shock at the sight of that black smoke

Risin' against that blue sky?

Did you shout out in anger, in fear for your neighbor

Or did you just sit down and cry?

Did you weep for the children who lost their dear loved ones

And pray for the ones who don't know?

Did you rejoice for the people who walked from the rubble

And sob for the ones left below?

Did you burst out in pride for the red, white and blue

And the heroes who died just doin' what they do?

Did you look up to heaven for some kind of answer

And look at yourself and what really matters?

-Excerpt from 'When The World Stopped Turning' by Alan Jackson

God bless America.

Renaissance Man Art Show Paintings

'Jose Rizal'

Acrylic on canvas. 18 x 24 inches.

by Sherie Sloane

'Maria Clara'

Acrylic on canvas. 18 x 24 inches.

by Sherie Sloane

'Sisa'

Acrylic on canvas. 18 x 24 inches.

by Sherie Sloane

Here are the three paintings I made for the Renaissance Man Art Show.  Click on the title links to learn more about the stories behind these paintings.

For those of you who were not able to attend the Opening Reception of our Renaissance Man Art Exhibit in Daley Center last Monday, the show will run until August 24.  So stop by and see all twelve paintings in this one of a kind historic collection.  Photos don't do justice to the details and textures of the artworks.

If you do stop by, let me know how your visit went.  Enjoy the show!

Philippine Renaissance Man in Chicago

Rizal: Beyond The Stinky Fish!
32" x 40"| Oil on Canvas| Fabie de Silva

The Duality of Rizal
26" x 52" Diptych| Oil on canvas| Bueno Silva

This year, we're celebrating the 150th Birth Anniversary of the Philippine's National Hero, Dr. Jose P. Rizal.  And if you'll happen to be in Chicago on August 15 to 24, stop by at the Daley Center to view The Philippine Renaissance Man: Jose Rizal Art Exhibit.  Twelve new paintings on canvas and paper depicting the life, works and inspiration of Rizal will be presented.

I'm honored to be part one of the seven Filipino-American artists in this show.  Renowned Chicago-based artists Fabie de Silva and Bueno Silva will once again show their masters' touches in this one of a kind show.  

Opening Reception will be on August 15 at 4:00 pm at the East Lobby of Daley Civic Center, Chicago. Admission is free.  

Hope you can come, we'd love to see you there. 

P.S. I'll be posting some photos of my paintings for soon, so stay tuned.