If Ashland artist Alicia Mannix’s remodeled 1960 kitchen and great room were a painting, it could be described as an abstract, industrial sun rising over a soft, Southwestern desert. And that’s just what Alicia wanted — an ultra-modern kitchen that’s totally open to a warm and inviting living area, all bathed in as much sunlight as possible.
People often ask me how I come up with ideas. I usually have no idea what I am going to do. I play with shapes and paint like a kid--soon finding the piece's destiny. Incredible things race through my mind and feelings while I develop something---I have something impressive evolving, then I ruin it and I am very sad, then I come up with something new that's better.
Dear Stomach,
When there is void
are you the only one
that keeps turning
and moving inside
me?
Coffee or tea
Will you meet me
At the corner shop
So we can swap
Tales and insights
And turn on lights
Come on metaphysics, vibrations and manifestations
Can you perform under pressure?
I'm open, ready and willing
I decided to take my dog for a walk around the New Theater just so that I can give it a longer look from all angles. We walked and walked as I was taking deep breaths so that I could get in touch with my higher self, you know, the one that tries to be non-judgmental and deep. Since I am now functioning on that level most of the time, thanks to my tenure as an Ashlander...