2011 Calendar Book - Maggie in Print

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I'm almost embarrassed to admit the levels of excitement I'm experiencing.

I've just received a copy of my calendar book for 2011. Seeing my work in print seems like yet another journey to fantasy land.

With no small amount of work contributed by my husband, Kim (all of it, really... well... at least I chose the images), we have put together a handy 7 inch square Calendar Book with 1 page per month - each accompanied by photographs of my artwork (photos also taken by that wonderful photographer, Kim Ayres - nothing like a bit of nepotism).

You can preview the calendar book by clicking on the widget below. And if you click on the small square with the arrows in it on the bottom right corner, you even get a full screen view.



If you are interested in buying one (or many) of these ideal seasonal gifts, then click on this link:

http://www.blurb.com/bookstore/detail/1730219

Comments

Jill Dian said…
Hi Maggie

I have followed your textile journey for a while...love your new studio too.

You must be very excited about sharing your work via a book....and this morning I purchased a copy of it!The images are superb.

Jill
www.jilltextileart.com
26 November 2010 at 12:44
hope said…
I told Kim a moment ago how wonderful this was!

And yes, I'm partial to January's photo as that's my birthday month and your sculpture looks like the world is mine for the taking. :)

Good luck to you!
26 November 2010 at 19:31
triciatullibody said…
That is impressive you are an amazing couple.
26 November 2010 at 22:39
Eryl said…
I have to have one! As soon as we have money in the bank (end of the week, hopefully) I will place an order.
28 November 2010 at 16:34
Maggie Ayres said…
Jill- Thank you so much! I do hope you enjoy it

Hope and Tricia- Thank you for your kind thoughts

Eryl- Thanks and it was great to see you at the weekend!
29 November 2010 at 20:30
Jill Dian said…
Love the Calendar....it is so special. Almost too nice to write in.

Of course we all hope you'll publish another next year as well!!
6 December 2010 at 18:16
Maggie Ayres said…
Jill-I'm so pleased that you are happy with the calendar. Thanks again for your lovely support!
6 December 2010 at 21:30
gypsywoman said…
an incredible array of works which so speaks to my own heart! and a beautiful book! congratulations on such a magnificent accomplishment!
12 December 2010 at 00:15
Maggie Ayres said…
gypsywoman-thank you so much for your generous words and support
10 January 2011 at 10:50
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