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Electric Erasers & Fabric - - See the World; Savor the Differences

Updated: Aug 6, 2020

An artist is inspired by so many different things - - by people, landscapes, environment, culture....the choices are infinite. But when you have a dad who takes you to his office full of mechanical pencils and electric erasers, your inspiration comes not only from the equipment in said office, but from the renderings, models, and physical structures that are eventually created from that equipment. Or when you have a mom who takes you to 87 fabric stores to feter out the fine detail of matching buttons to fabric, your inspiration comes from the hunt, from the process, and from the ultimate selection. (https://texasstatebuttonsociety.com/)

Artist Lynne Weinberger was duly inspired by her parents. She could hardly believe that her dad, at the architectural firm, got paid to draw and make things. She could hardly believe that her mom got to spend her weekends shopping for fabric and sewing happily. She watched them and she learned from them. She learned it was all in the details.


Her parents demonstrated the fine art of "detailing" in everything they did at home. Her dad made Lynne a sewing table with built-in shelving, a matching bench, a flip-top lid and padded laminate for pinning material. The three-story dollhouse had furniture, fixtures, Formica counter tops, and a pair of stained, wing back chairs upholstered with silk from his silk ties. Its pendant lamp was made by slicing a ping pong ball in half. He and her mother cut the silk material, upholstered the furniture, and braided the hanging planters from old telephone company wire. Yep, Lynne's house was the house with all the really cool stuff. Their house could have been the first "Inspiration House" by HGTV.


As an adult, Lynne used her parents as inspiration when she joined the Six Word Memoirs group. Anyone can write about life and fill a 3-inch binder full of information, but not everyone can capture life's details and nuances in only 6 words. Lynne decided she was up to the challenge. She began distilling her life's lessons in 6 words or less.

  After a year or so of working with the Six Word Memoirs group, she received notice that the organization had chosen one of her 6-word memoirs for their book, "The Best Advice in Six Words". The memoir they chose? ‘See the world; savor the differences.’  It was the perfect selection from an artist who travels the world and is inspired by both her family and by the strangers she meets across the globe. The advice books are now New York Times bestsellers.

When the Six Word Memoir group announced its immigration theme, "Six Words Fresh Off The Boat", (in conjunction with the TV Show of the same name), Artist/Writer Weinberger was compelled to write several more six-word memoirs about her parents. Did she write "Architects build three-story doll houses" or "Out of Fabric, Said No One"? No. She wrote, and the book selected, "Wore our flag on his lapel" because her architect dad always called America his "God-blessed land".


When she is not at Barnes and Noble signing books, Ms. Weinberger is at home in her art studio in McKinney, Texas. She can be reached at lynne@lynneweinberger.com.


 
 
 

12 commentaires


icyblack
2 days ago

I love how the Six Word Memoir project captures such deep emotions and stories in just a few words. It reminds me of the importance of sharing our experiences, much like how we connect with others on platforms like Omegle. I once had a profound conversation with someone about family stories that really opened my eyes. It’s surprising what you can uncover when you just start chatting with someone new!


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joseecrimson
3 days ago

What a profound way to honor your parents' journey! I can relate to the importance of family stories, especially in shaping our identities. It reminds me of my recent visit to Monkey Mart, where I found a unique book section dedicated to immigrant experiences. It was moving to see so many stories told through such a simple medium. Thank you for sharing such a heartfelt memoir; it inspires others to reflect on their own heritage.


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This is a lovely story about finding inspiration in family. The artist's parents clearly fostered creativity and attention to detail. It reminds me of the level of detail and rhythm you need when trying to beat a difficult level in Friday Night Funkin. It's all about observing patterns and timing your actions perfectly. Beautiful how everyday life can inspire art!


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Lynne’s creative childhood home, beautifully crafted by her parents, inspired her lifelong artistry and storytelling. Later, she accepted the Six Word Memoirs challenge, condensing her experiences into only six words—much like playing Wordle Unlimited, where every word matters. Her effort was recognized in the book "The Best Advice in Six Words" with her memoir: "See the world; savor the differences." A fitting tribute for a curious, artistic soul.


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