Voices In My Big Head

The Tourist, starring Angelia Jolie and Johnny Depp: My Review

2010-12-10T00:00:00.000-08:00

This movie is funny! I wasn't expecting that. I expected the glorious eye candy that is Angelina Jolie, Johnny Depp and the cities of Venice and Paris and "The Tourist" delivered that much at least. It's a combination romantic comedy and spy movie. I was surprised how much I laughed. Depp plays a small town, math teacher who meets a gorgeous, mystery woman, on a train heading to Venice. It

Merry Christmas from The Girls of The DSC Show 2010!!

2010-12-09T19:46:00.000-08:00

Women in Art Over 500 Years

2010-12-07T21:39:00.000-08:00

I love this video. Philip Scott Johnson created it and posted it to YouTube in 2007. It morphs famous female portraits in Western Art over the last 500 years. Maybe you'll recognize The Madonna, Mona Lisa or The Birth of Venus. Many artists are represented, including: Botticelli, da Vinci and Renoir. For a complete list of artists and paintings visit http://www.maysstuff.com/womenid.htm The

Feast Your Eyes on This - Incredible Foodscapes!

2010-12-06T20:45:00.000-08:00

By nature, artists tend to see the world differently than other people - and it never stops amazing me! I recently came across a London artist named, Carl Warner. He uses food to create landscapes, cityscapes, people and more. If you look closely, you'll see every object in each of the pieces is something edible. Warner says he see's trees and bushes when he looks at broccoli and celery. He

Incredible Collage - All Created From Junk Mail! Plus, Love For Robert Schimmel

2010-11-15T20:26:00.000-08:00

I was happily checking out some art on Facebook one day when I came across an outstanding collage artist from Arizona, Sandhi Schimmel-Gold. I went to her website so I could learn more about her work and discovered all of her work is created solely from junk mail! I'm enthralled by her sense of color, incredible detail and all around creativity. I love her work and feel inspired to push myself

Freebies For All Veteran's Today 11-11-2010!

2010-11-10T20:59:00.000-08:00

Today is Veteran's Day, a national American holiday. Although I am not a veteran, I appreciate, support and am very grateful for their service to our country. I live in a military town, San Diego, CA and want to help those who serve. No matter what you think of war or what political affiliation you follow, we should all support our troops. Thousands have given their lives for our freedoms.

DSC Supports Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure in San Diego County!

2010-10-31T17:22:00.000-07:00

Back Row: Chris Boyer, Dave Rickards, Cookie "Chainsaw" Randolph; Front Row: Ruth 66 (me), Elaina Smith, Emily Maguire We've all been effected by breast cancer in one way or another. We either know someone who has it, had it ourselves or know someone who's died from it. We are joining The Susan G. Komen Foundation in imagining the world without this deadly disease. With cuts to the Every

Emmy Awards 2010: Modern Family, Mad Men, Temple Grandin, Hot Chicks and Ugly Dresses

2010-08-30T22:32:00.000-07:00

I love watching TV and definitely love award shows! 13 million TV sets were tuned in to watch the 62nd Annual Emmy Awards, Sunday night, Aug. 29th - the largest audience since 2006. TV's most coveted prize was handed out at the Nokia Theatre in Hollywood, to a packed house and much fanfare. HBO took home the most statues, 25, including top honors for one of my favorite movies; Temple Grandin.

Welcome Back DSC to Jack-FM!

2010-08-02T03:32:00.000-07:00

Here's most of the things you need to know about our new radio show! Dial position: 100.7 FM Call letters: KFMB-FM Call the DSC: 1-888-570-1007 San Diego Cox Cable channel: 958 Main website: http://www.sandiegojack.com/ Email our show: dsc@sandiegojack.com Email me on the show: Ruth66@kfmb.com DSC web page: http://www.sandiegojack.com/Global/category.asp?C=192804#WNPoll98224

News & EventsThat Happened Since DSC's Last Show!

2010-07-15T10:30:00.000-07:00

Did you hear the great news?! The DSC has a new job! We'll be back on the radio, August 2nd, on Jack 100.7 FM. You can read about it here. The DSC Show, (Dave Ricards, Shelly Dunn, Cookie "Chainsaw" Randolph, Chris Boyer, Emily Maguire and I, Ruth 66) got fired from KGB radio in San Diego, CA on Jan. 3, 2010. We've missed you all so much and can't wait to get back to work! We've also missed

Exciting New Online Painting Class!

2010-07-14T00:05:00.000-07:00

If you love to paint, would like to learn how to paint, want to be a better painter or just want to learn some new techniques, I found an incredible online class you won't want to miss! Class Sample The Dynamic Duo of artists, Chris Cozen and Julie Prichard have teamed up once again to bring us another fabulous online class that is sure to inspire you. It's called, "Chaos and Calm: Over the

Got Brows? $10 Special If You Tell 'Em Ruthie Sent You!

2010-07-13T00:00:00.000-07:00

This post has nothing to do with art or directly with "The DSC." But it has to do with some people whom I adore and they want to make you an offer I hope you can't refuse. They also happen to be big fans of "The DSC." Annie and Sean Annie will wax your brows for only $10 if you call Hairspray at 619-297-9333 for an appointment and tell her Ruthie sent you! Usually it's $20 and the web

My Ups and Downs Being Unemployed - July 12th

2010-07-12T01:29:00.000-07:00

I got fired on Jan. 3, 2010. Seven months ago. Before that happened, I've only been unemployed for two months in my whole adult life. It felt weird not to have a job to go to. At first, I really enjoyed the time off and getting to sleep in everyday. I love having nothing to do. I enjoying being able to do whatever I want, whenever I want. By the end of the first week, I doubled the number of

Work of Art Reality TV Show - Episode 5: Car Experience

2010-07-10T07:35:00.000-07:00

The challenge this week made it possible for the artists to pretty much do anything they wanted. They were driven to the Audi Forum (essentially a new car showroom) in NYC and told to make a piece of art based on that driving experience. Pretty broad interpretation. Abdi and Simon driving in an Audi getting a different point of view. Work of Art is a reality show on Bravo where 14 artists were

Happy Birthday, America! 4th of July 2010 in San Diego!

2010-07-04T12:05:00.000-07:00

Today is the great American holiday where the original 13 colonies broke free from the shackles of English rule. We've been on our own for a remarkable 234 years. Thank you to everyone who has fought for our freedom! "On this American independence day I am imagining a nation and world eventually free of racism, sexism, classism, homophobia, religious intolerance, disregard for the disabled,

Work of Art Reality TV Show - Episode 4: Shock Art

2010-07-03T00:00:00.000-07:00

Do you really want to be shocked when you look at art? I sure don't. There was a time in my life (when I was on drugs) when I thrived on anything with shock value, but I lost interest. Bravo's challenge on Week 4 of it's reality TV series, "Work of Art," attempted to do just that. I didn't find any of the submission's very shocking. Frankly, the behavior of those horrid, "Housewives of New

Work of Art Reality TV Show - Episode 3: Book Cover's

2010-07-02T16:07:00.000-07:00

It's been said we shouldn't judge a book by it's cover, but that's exactly what this challenge is all about. The winner for Week 3 will get to see his artwork on a real book cover published by Penguin books. If you missed this episode, you can watch it here. In case you haven't been following the new reality series, "Work of Art," on Bravo, 14 artists are vying for the title "The Next Great

Work of Art Reality TV Show - Episode 2: Appliance Graveyard

2010-07-01T12:36:00.000-07:00

Okay, so I'm behind on my reviews of the new reality show to find "the next great artist." That's what Bravo TV is trying to do every Wednesday night with a group of American artists from all walks of life.The winner gets $100K and a solo show at the Brooklyn Museum. If you missed it, you can watch it here in three parts. The cast from "Work of Art" on Bravo As you know from my review of the

Ever Donate Your Art?

2010-06-30T20:00:00.000-07:00

Dragonfly Dreams Gordon Gekko was wrong ... giving is good. Earlier this month, a Twitter pal of mine held a charity benefit to pay for a family member's medical treatments and I wanted to help. (You can read about it here.) When I heard it included a silent auction, a loving voice in my head whispered, "Why not donate one of my paintings?" Just as suddenly, the image of the above painting popped

Is Your Creativity Blocked? I Found Some Help!

2010-06-29T20:36:00.000-07:00

I was doing some blog hopping today and came across an inspiring post from a fellow San Diego artist friend, Davielle Huffman. Her blog, was all about being blocked in her creative life. I hope it doesn't sound mean that I got inspired by her lack of inspiration, because I mean that in the best possible way. We're talking solutions here! I subscribe to Christine Kane's newsletter and recently

My Lakers Are The NBA Champions 2010!

2010-06-21T00:05:00.000-07:00

Today is the parade to celebrate the big win for the NBA Champion L.A. Lakers. I won't be attending (hate crowds), but I'm still celebrating and feeling the big win from Thursday night. A lot of people counted them out (haters, critics and band wagon fans), but I never doubted for a minute that my boys would win it all. I actually cried when they won and had a tough time getting to sleep

Work of Art Reality TV Show - Episode 1, Portraits

2010-06-17T19:22:00.000-07:00

We've seen the neurotic lives of plenty of celebrities, the immaturity of The Jersey Shore crew, the horror of tiny girls in pageants -- so why not have a reality show about artists! I'm game. I wasn't sure what to expect from the new reality show, "Work of Art," but I liked it more than I thought I would. I figured, anything had to be better than those insane, self-centered housewives; but

Would You Do This For YOUR Family Member?

2010-06-15T08:10:00.000-07:00

I think it's incredible when someone does a selfless act for someone they love. I'm really impressed by my friend, Cari Bacon, from Oceanside, CA. She takes care of her grandfather, who is fighting lung cancer. As you can imagine, it's not cheap to pay for all the necessary treatments, so she's having a fundraiser. It's called Rock Out Beat Cancer! Just click here for all the details and to buy

The Best Collage Class EVER - and it's inexpensive too!

2010-04-19T18:58:00.000-07:00

Have you ever looked at a collage and immediately fell in love with it? Have you looked at others and felt nothing, but couldn't really say why? There's an excellent online class called Complex Collage, that explains in great detail why some collages work and other don't. Mixed Media artist Chris Cozen, a working artist for Golden Acrylics and San Diego artist Julie Prichard have teamed up to

Are You Watching Molly the Barn Owl? Thousands Around the World Are!

2010-03-23T11:07:00.000-07:00

Meet Molly! Molly The Owl is the newest animal star on the internet. A couple in San Marcos, CA, near San Diego,CA set up a owl box two years ago and got lucky when Molly and her mate, McGee recently made it their home. Molly laid the first of 6 eggs mid-February, with the first one hatching Sunday, March 21st. Thousands of people around the world tuned in to watch it happen. In fact, so many

The DSC Back Togther Again: One Night Only

2010-03-20T06:36:00.000-07:00

Dave and Ruthie Earlier this month, each member of "The Dave, Shelly and Chainsaw Morning Show," partied together. We met at Shelly Dunn's beautiful, San Diego home on Saturday night, March 6th. Front Row: Shelly Dunn, Dave Rickards, Emily Maguire; Back Row: Cookie "Chainsaw" Randolph, Chris Boyer, Ruth 66, Sarah Beltis It was the first time we had been all together since our last radio show on

Ever hear of a Garage Sale with Nothing But Art Supplies? Me Either!

2010-03-13T16:35:00.000-08:00

A stack of magazines I picked up for a song! We've all been to our share of garage sales over the years, but when I heard La Mesa artist, Lisa Bebi, was having one with nothing but cast off art supplies -- I jumped for joy! Plus, she found two other artists to join her -- bonus! Lisa's garage ready to go. This pic and the next two came from her blog. Lisa has been an artist all of her life and

Oscar Awards 2010

2010-03-08T02:40:00.000-08:00

It was an historic night at the 82nd Annual Oscar Award ceremony in rainy LA, at the Kodak Theater on Sunday, Mark 7th. The red carpet was tented so the stars didn't muss their fancy dresses and do's. I love the pomp and circumstance of it all! The $11million Hurt Locker won six Oscars to the $300 million Avatar's three. The Hurt Locker won the biggest prizes of the night for Best Picture and

Daily Structure for the Unemployed: How To Have a Great Day!

2010-02-26T12:09:00.000-08:00

"Pink Dreams," by Nina Reeba; Mixed Media on canvas 8x8" $60 Since I lost my job on 01/03/10, I've been having a tough time creating a routine and sticking to it every day. I haven't been out of work since 1994 and that was for only two months. One thing I have learned about myself, is that I do a lot better with structure in my life. So now I have to make myself do it without the natural

2010 Olympic Colors to Inspire Any Artist!

2010-02-23T17:20:00.000-08:00

I love the colors of this year's Olympics! Not just the logo colors of blues and greens, but all the other colors next to it! The athletes are dressed in every color of the rainbow and then add the white snow with it - and wow- inspiration for days. If you're an artist and feeling in a rut, because you've been using the same comfortable colors ad nausea, then look no farther than the color's

We Have Two Winners for the OHOW Global Blog Event!!

2010-02-15T08:16:00.000-08:00

Congrats to Amy from the US and to Trianna from Victoria, BC, Canada!You are the lucky winners for my give away. Here's what you won: These are two of my hand made greeting cards. If I don't hear from these ladies by Friday, I will select another winner. This year, there were links to 1,088 blogs from 40 countries. For more information, please visit event creator, Lisa Swifka's blog. Please

Happy Valentine's Day Movie Review

2010-02-14T07:51:00.000-08:00

Hollywood has packaged a star studded cast in an ambitious little romantic comedy just in time for the holiday weekend. I was excited when I saw the list of actors, but wondered how they could pull off a story involving ten main characters. The answer - they do - kinda sorta. But there are actually more than ten characters.Valentine's Day stars: Jessica Alba, Jessica Biel, Jamie Foxx, Bradley

Opening Ceremony for the Winter Olympics in Vancouver 2010

2010-02-13T04:38:00.000-08:00

I love the Olympics! So I was excited to watch the Opening Ceremony for the 21st Olympic Winter Games, Friday night on NBC. I was curious to see how it measured up to the over the top spectacle put on in Beijing in 2008. While it didn't compare, it had a lot of pizazz and packed a powerful entertainment punch. I watched most of the four hour show. 60,000 people packed into the coliseum in

Watermedia Class I'm Taking in Fallbrook, CA

2010-02-04T03:23:00.000-08:00

Work In Progress by Helen Shafer Garcia Back in December, when I thought I was on Christmas vacation and would have a job to come back to, I decided to spend some of my Christmas money on some art classes. I discovered a wonderful San Diego artist named, Helen Shafer Garcia . I saw she was teaching a one day workshop, but then discovered she also teaches the same class in an eight week

Grammy Award Show on CBS-TV Jan 31, 2010

2010-02-02T04:03:00.000-08:00

The diva's ruled music's biggest night! 25.8 million TV sets were tuned in to watch the 52nd Annual Grammy Award Ceremony, Sunday night, at the L.A. Staples Center. There were some great performances, as well as some, "pitchy ones, Dawg." There were tons of gorgeous fashions and lots of pretty celebs. And then there was Britney Spears. Looks she fired her stylist, then left her pants in the limo

One World One Heart International Blog Give Away 2010

2010-01-26T12:15:00.000-08:00

Welcome to my blog! I'm so happy to meet you. This is my first time participating in this global blog event. I am offering two people one of my handmade cards, seen below. They are blank inside and can be used for any occasion. Both cards are hand stamped with permanent ink over an original design using a variety of colors of alcohol inks. I used layers of card stock which were then

Golden Globes 2010

2010-01-18T08:03:00.001-08:00