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Jenn
- Jan 21, 2020
- 1 min
WA IS WATER- Exploring WA in Poems, Photos and Facts
It’s that time of year for getting cozy on the couch with a good book and cup of tea. Currently, I have about three at my elbow. When you think about purchasing a book, please remember local, independent bookstores can order anything you want if they don’t already carry it. WA IS WATER is available to order through Indiebound, a great resource to help you shop locally. https://www.indiebound.org/book/9780998407616 #photoessay #IndependentBookstores #Indiebound #JenniferPresto
Jenn
- Jan 12, 2020
- 1 min
The ESCPod™ Book and Nature Nook
Introducing, my first EscapePod™ for the Chair Affair Auction to benefit the NW Furniture Bank! A launchpad for your child’s imagination and an awesome hangout for reading, playing games or listening to music. It turned out so cool, I wish I could fit in it! The EscapePod™ tucks into a small corner, taking up no floorspace. It has a battery-operated light for late night reading and two curtains: one with pockets to store super secret stuff, and one that wraps around the Pod f
Jenn
- Dec 16, 2019
- 1 min
The Halloween Hunt
The Halloween Hunt is a devilish mashup of Tag, Hide and Seek and The Easter Egg Hunt. Instructions for playing The Halloween Hunt are included in my children’s book, THE FAIRY GOTHMOTHER: A Collection of Cautionary Tales (coming soon). I came up with the Hunt a few years ago when family had to leave a week before Halloween and we needed to party. In costume. With candy. Here’s a sample of what it’s like to play. I can’t wait to share this spookity fun game with the world—Bwh
Jenn
- Aug 21, 2019
- 1 min
Ghost Girls now appearing . . .
I’m visiting Little Free Libraries and leaving prints of my poem, Ghost Girls. There are two versions. Let me know if you find one, and where. Feel free to keep it or pass it on. xoxox #littlefreelibrary #byjenn #chushcoff #gigharbor #jennifer #Ghostgirls #poem #tacoma #preston
Jenn
- Jul 5, 2019
- 1 min
New Article for 253 Magazine,Tacoma's Proctor Art Fest
The July issue of 253 magazine is out with my article about this year’s Proctor Arts Fest. Here’s what’s happening – over 130 arts and craft vendors, farmers market, library book sale, three stages for live music/entertainment and intriguing food truck choices. I had the opportunity to interview the artist, Anne deMille Flood, and the singer/songwriter., Maddy Dullum, for the piece. Check out these talented women in the magazine and then go see them in person. https://issuu.c
Jenn
- May 10, 2019
- 1 min
Decision Time appearing at the Seattle Recycled Arts Show
Good news to report: DECISION TIME made it into the Seattle Recycled Art Show in June! https://www.seattlerecycledarts.com Seattle Recycled Arts Festival #decisiontime #art #byjenn #chushcoff #jennifer #mixedmedia #tacoma #sculpture #preston #seattle
Jenn
- Apr 18, 2019
- 2 min
Modern Womxn Show, Tacoma, WA
… “let’s remove the blinders and embrace each other in this extraordinary moment of existence – we are here, now, unique, and never will be again.” Here’s a little teaser preview of my piece BEYOND BIOLOGY for the Modern Womxn art show at Alma Mater May 2-30. I’ll be revealing more as we get closer … CUT FROM THE SAME CLOTH The Modern Womxn show led me to reconsider stereotypes, particularly attributed to male versus female behavior, treatment and characteristics. For me, wha
Jenn
- Dec 27, 2018
- 1 min
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Tacoma’s Eastside is now properly represented with Little Free Libraries! What a treat to bring free books to the McKinley community by painting a library. “The Foghorn Blew” inspired by Ray Bradbury, is 2nd down from top, located at East F and Division Lane. Pardon me, I must now visit the Tardis … #littlefreelibrary #art #painting #TheFoghornBlew #resin #McKinley #RayBradbury #tacoma #Eastside
Jenn
- Nov 8, 2018
- 1 min
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Blue Whispers The ocean breathes. If you are patient
and watch long enough,
you will discover the long,
slow
inhalations. She draws back, centers herself,
while the memory of her reach,
in white foam, reveals
the limit of her lungs. There is a singular moment,
a crest of change,
a shift in concentration,
when the deepening release
builds
where she draws herself up
and lets go,
pulsing back to shore she exhales and eternity rushes to
Jenn
- Aug 14, 2018
- 1 min
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I’m thrilled that AQUA HALO found a good home at the Creative Colloquy auction! Now, I’m off to paint the Tacoma Little Library I picked up yesterday – I’m honored to be asked. Connecting words and visual art for the community is my passion. Here’s a whole new way to do it! I’ll post updates as the project progresses. #art #honey #resin #LittleLibraries #CreativeColloquy #almamater #Auction #greenspace #tacoma #AquaHalo
Jenn
- Dec 9, 2017
- 1 min
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Some say the sea
lies beyond,
others, the sky. It is not for me to say.
I only know, there’s something
out there. The fog horn warns of it.
Its luminal echo approaches,
clasps every branch of
the solemn garden. There are rumors
a bridge lies just west,
connecting soft-shouldered land,
a graceful arc
pinning down the liminal
bodies of underwater worlds
and salt-ripe air. Shall we step off
and see? #narrowsbridge #sea #fog #Water #bridge #chushcoff #washingt
Jenn
- Dec 9, 2017
- 1 min
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Some say the sea
lies beyond,
others, the sky. It is not for me to say.
I only know, there’s something
out there. The fog horn warns of it.
Its luminal echo approaches,
clasps every branch of
the solemn garden. There are rumors
a bridge lies just west,
connecting soft-shouldered land,
a graceful arc
pinning down the liminal
bodies of underwater worlds
and salt-ripe air. Shall we step off
and see? #narrowsbridge #sea #fog #Water #bridge #chushcoff #washingt
Jenn
- Dec 28, 2016
- 1 min
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2 years in 20 minutes. Behind the scenes of WA IS WATER. Join award-winning poet and photographer Jennifer Preston Chushcoff as she journeys through Washington’s foggy forests, waterfalls, cranberry bogs and nature preserves. Explore the seasons of the Evergreen State as she reveals the intricate connection of water to our past, present and future. Combining her love of science, the natural world and language, Jennifer travels more than 3,700 miles, from the wild Pacific coas
Jenn
- Dec 28, 2016
- 1 min
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2 years in 20 minutes. Behind the scenes of WA IS WATER. Join award-winning poet and photographer Jennifer Preston Chushcoff as she journeys through Washington’s foggy forests, waterfalls, cranberry bogs and nature preserves. Explore the seasons of the Evergreen State as she reveals the intricate connection of water to our past, present and future. Combining her love of science, the natural world and language, Jennifer travels more than 3,700 miles, from the wild Pacific coas
Jenn
- Dec 12, 2016
- 1 min
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WA IS WATER: An Intimate Portrait is finally here! My book launch at B-Sharp Coffee House was a success and we sold out of all copies and left with orders for more. It’s been an incredible two year journey. I’m so grateful to all those who helped and for the Tacoma Arts Commission support of local artists. I hope you enjoy the book! Purchase an eBook for $3.99. #TAIP #facts #DryFalls #Water #TacomaArtsCommision #chushcoff #washington #waterfalls #EasternWashington #drought #j
Jenn
- Dec 12, 2016
- 1 min
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WA IS WATER: An Intimate Portrait is finally here! My book launch at B-Sharp Coffee House was a success and we sold out of all copies and left with orders for more. It’s been an incredible two year journey. I’m so grateful to all those who helped and for the Tacoma Arts Commission support of local artists. I hope you enjoy the book! Purchase an eBook for $3.99. #TAIP #facts #DryFalls #Water #TacomaArtsCommision #chushcoff #washington #waterfalls #EasternWashington #drought #j
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