Thursday, August 26, 2010

Cindy Shake

The Raven by Cindy Shake

Let me introduce Cindy Shake of Artmaking in the North. Besides being a great metal sculptor, Cindy is one of the most generous people I know. Nine times out of ten if you read Cindy's blog she is lending a hand to other people. Not only that but Cindy is so supportive of other artists.


Then there's Cindy's family which she always has time for and her two dogs. But, wait a minute, there's also all the wonderful metal sculptures she makes. Each one is unique, some are whimsical, some are realistic, some are abstract, some are commissioned, and each and every one is a work of art and so creative. You can see more of Cindy's art at her website here.

Gilper Fish by Cindy Shake

The other day Cindy sent me an email and asked if she could send me some supplies she is no longer using. I said sure. Gary and I happened to go to the post office together today. Lucky thing. Gary came out of the post office with one big box and said, "Can you back up to the door?" He carried out four huge boxes that Cindy sent me. Yes, four boxes. I was so surprised, it brought tears to my eyes thinking of Cindy's generosity.

Cindy Shake
(photo by Heather Thamm)

When we got home Gary and I had a little party opening up the boxes and looking at all the goodies. I am not sure how Cindy does all she does, but I am so happy to have met her via blogging. Thanks ever so much Cindy. Comments and suggestions are welcome.

8 comments:

  1. there she goes being nice again!
    What a treat Linda you will have to share by photo your bounty of goodies!

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  2. Will definitely check her out. That fish is awesome.
    Enjoy your goodies.

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  3. Hi Meredith, thanks, I thought about posting the goodies, but I wanted this post to be all about Cindy.

    Hi Patti, thanks, check out cindy's web site and her gallery, you will see another gilper fish in rusty metal too I think. I just love this fish, so many layers and details.

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  4. I've enjoyed reading Cindy's blog too. I'm so grateful for Meredith's show and for being introduced to so many bloggers.

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  5. What a wonderful talented lady.

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  6. I love metal sculptures and actually have been collecting them for years. Cindy's work looks awesome and I will definitely visit her website, soon. Thanks so much for the intro to such a talented and generous lady.

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  7. That wonderful Alaskan strikes again! Awesome! It's good karma, Linda, coming round to you.

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  8. Hi Beach Vintage, thanks, yes she is wonderful.

    Hi Marguerite, thanks, yes check out her website, some really cool pieces there.

    Hi Patricia, thanks, Cindy truly is wonderful. Good karma, that's a nice thought, thanks.

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