During class this week I got pretty sick, so I didn't get as much done as I had hoped to do. I went to Detroit last friday and created patterns with the girls. Next week Im going to bring fabric and fabric markers so they can create there own fabric. Denee, one of the girls I am working with showed a love for fashion and patterns. So I thought it would be beneficial to let her work on combining her two passions in to a very exciting piece of art. Including creating the project and getting the supplies (5 hours)
I also created  bunch of different accordion style books, which I might use in the final, I'm not sure yet though. (3 hours) I also worked some more on my presentation as well as creating my abstract for John Luther (3 hours). Finally I have been working on an abstract book in which the book is puzzle pieces all held together by either joints, or links. (3 hours)

I learned that I should be more patient with cutting, and learning how to use the laser cutter might be helpful for my final piece. But I will figure that out later. I also have been able to see quiet a change in Denee, she is starting to become a little more out going around me. She has also stopped skipping school, which her teacher believes is because she can finally do art while here, which makes her more willing to work.

Next week I plan on letting them create fibers pieces. I am also going to take pictures of a play that they are putting on at the Union. They seemed really excited to be able to come visit ann arbor, and even more excited that they got to see where I go to school. I am excited to see the play they have been working on. I am also going to keep making different types of books until I find one that I believe will be perfect for my final piece.