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Fiona M Chapelle

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About Me

'IRIS OBSERVED'

The painting is on four separate natural linen box canvases created using gold and metal leaf and acrylic.110cmx45cm overall approx.

This photograph does it nowhere near justice, I will be publishing a blog with more images called 'The Making of Iris Observed'.

artful because I paint, write, design and film-make and generally get very excited by all things creative, including music and song. I'm told I am an extreme talent; I lack confidence.

I have been creating a new collection of canvas's; painted, with gold leaf. There is already some excitement about them, you may get a preview soon.

(Commissioned work considered on an individual basis - including poetry.)

Bag Lady (No Big Issue)
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This is the ten minute film festival cut...enjoy.

It is also posted as a blog if you would like to comment.

This film is a low-no (tee hee) budget collaborative work.

Thanks to all involved.

x

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I was lucky, I had opportunities that most people didn't when I was growing up. I lived in Morocco for a while in my teenage years. It gave me a chance to see another culture while I was still impressionable and before I'd had my mind made up about life and all this pre-conceived rubbish that we become indoctrinated with. The Beauty about being in Morocco as a young traveller other than the obvious breathtaking art, architecture and landscape; where east meets west meets Africa, is that as an Islamic country. It allowed me an opportunity to see a different religion to my own in a way that most people don't have. It opened my eyes to the fact that people are the same no matter where they come from in this world of ours; that our skin colour, religion and language make little impact on humanity: It is the geographical boundaries set by the political financial persuasions that cause the conflict.

In my late teens and early twenties I lived, studied and worked in Rome. What a fantastic city! As an art student and actress I was spoilt in Roma. The city is awash with art and has a nice little film studio, at Cinnecitta. I worked in the music industry there too, and I have to comment on the Euro-disco sound; it is great fun, it is kind of one of the naffest forms of music, and yet really great if done well, (although sometimes I cringe with embarrassment lol). I earned well, teaching the Italian's how to deliver in what could pass as American-English accents - some of it was priceless comedy at it's best.

I'm not 100 yrs old by the way, just going in that direction.

I suffered a serious head injury some years ago, and it left me with some difficulty that took quite some time to resolve. So, if you can keep my attention for longer than the memory span of a small fish, you are probably incredibly talented.

My Blog is a mixture of Poetry, Philosophy (life according to me ...lol) and Lyrics.

People might think it odd that a gal like me writes some harsh rap lyric, but you know what:

Rap is some of the freshest most inspired poetry of the last 100 years, and a great way to share or vent and for a lady to be most un-ladylike, (sniggering into hand), read it and weep.

Not all the lyrics are rap.

I enjoy commentary and to hear your views on my blog.

I will only refuse a comment that I feel is highly discriminative or offensive in nature, or an obvious advertisement; anything that alters my view, or opens up friendly debate is very welcome.

I make people uncomfortable with honesty.

I can't abide liars Or cruelty.

Don't attack me and not expect me to defend myself. As Shakespeare said and I agree; the pen is so much mightier than the sword!

In the last two years, I have successfully opened and miserably closed an art gallery. I have shown controversial work alongside my famous "paintings for aunty" (currently hanging in a collection near you). I have received orders to close shows and I've received inquiries on works from internationally renowned institutions and collections alike.

I've asked some very difficult questions of some very prominent people.

I don't publish exerts of my broader serious work here....at the moment.....ummmm. Watch this space. Or, buy the novel (soon), or wait for the movie.

I am currently writing a novel. It is a thriller and very dark. I'm trying to tell a story which also in part examines the human potential for learned behaviour versus psychosis, and how much responsibility society should take for some psychotic behaviour. Anyway I can't say too much without giving the plot away, however it is one of the reasons I enjoy writing the blog regularly at the moment as it helps me to lift my mood at the end of my writing day.

All In the day of a brain damaged artful then.

My Interests

Artful Stuff, Diamonds (fickle but true guys tee hee) and Fine healthy Nutrition. Working the body hard, and keeping it peak.

I'd like to meet:

Of course, if you got to the bottom of the previous, you'll know I need to meet
like minded honest people, who don't mind, or even rather like some straight
speaking. Wealthy patrons of the arts suite well, I have to purchase the
materials to thrill and shock you after all. Friends are best, and no dirt
please I'm British!

Sorry folks but had to add this:

WHOM I DO NOT WANT TO MEET.

People who send a friends request only based on a photo lurk.

People with Friends number ego disease, and only of the opposite sex.

Bands, unless they actually know I am alive. Then e-mail.

OKAY THEN…THANK-YOU VERY MUCH.

xOx

Music:

GeneralBarber's Addagio for Strings; Stranglers Golden Brown, Pink, Billy Holiday, Beethoven's Sonatas, Oasis, Marvin Gaye, Sly and the Family Stone, Adele, Bizet's Carmen, Nina Simone's Baby Just Cares for Me, Loving Mark Ronson's wonderful production. Elton John (selected), Miles Davies, The poetry coming out of Hip-Hop and Rap is inspirational: the Americans are the best at that, not to say that The Streets and Just Jack aren't cool, but British... different, it's quaint (Sorry guys, do love you though). Dance music is really dang hot at the moment. British guitar bands are amazing, loving the Foos and Rem from State side though. Music is in a good place in 2008...thanks musos, cause the list goes on and on. X

Movies:

Tarantino's True Romance. For tarantino fans; theres a guy down at the chip shop looks just like receding faster Mr QT, nice fish, chips, pies, peas, pickles, and cool old fashioned interior too: Fryers Delight. Theobalds Road WC1 LONDON...LMAO.


Television:

Lost, Desperate Housewives, Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps Please, Shameless. But don't really watch much TV while busy creating and being busy I, find it too invasive...though I love a good documentary And I do love it. No I listen to the Radio, thank goodness for the radio 24hrs a day.

Books:

Oxford English Dictionary

Heroes:

Anyone really creative, including: Elvis, Nina Simone, Zane Lowe, and BBC Radio One in general! Leonardo da Vinci! The Queen (Maam), Madonna for her tenacity and the real Virgin Mary (huhumm Madonna), Mark Ronson, Daniel Merriweather is one to look out for...his new album is due for release soon...Anyone who would like to be included may apply.

My Blog

The tests on the hand-made fabrics...glory...news flash....quickie.

The tests on the new hand made fabric have come back good, they are colour-fast and looking beautiful...glory! I have had an anxious few days waiting to see, and I am SO relieved I can't tell you!!!! ...
Posted by Fiona M Chapelle on Wed, 02 Jul 2008 03:11:00 PST

So what a bit o schmoosing&.and a documentary.

I had forgotten how important getting out there and networking in the right places is.   I was at David Begbie's private view for his show at The Albermarle Gallery. The show was set to compli...
Posted by Fiona M Chapelle on Mon, 30 Jun 2008 11:34:00 PST

Tears and Love for my beautiful Geraldine......Gods Speed.....X

Please bear with me, as I write through my tears.   After a wonderful morning and the best sleep I have had in weeks I received a telephone call from the solicitor telling me of the death of my...
Posted by Fiona M Chapelle on Wed, 25 Jun 2008 05:56:00 PST

I am free: Free to be me, and liking the me I be&&join me and lets have fun.

To brighten your day......   It is funny how life springs things on you. People come in to your life bringing all sorts of blessings. One of the things that fascinates me about life is the way ...
Posted by Fiona M Chapelle on Tue, 24 Jun 2008 09:21:00 PST

Natures Sleep&&Awaken I Must. ..Erotic Poem

Ice burns like the deadened flesh it preserved so well In quest of spring frolics of like lust spring sun rays. As the crocus and dropped snow blooms reach up to flick their switch.   Another...
Posted by Fiona M Chapelle on Sat, 21 Jun 2008 02:20:00 PST

Hello Darlings....and....Bloody Chinese and the Lack of International Copyright Treaties!

Hello my Lovelies&     Well I know I have been neglecting you all a little bit&.I am sorry&giving you intense looks of deep apology and sending eyelash flutterings of lurv&.giggling. &nb...
Posted by Fiona M Chapelle on Fri, 20 Jun 2008 11:55:00 PST

In Homage to a Fashion Legend...presenting a taste of Yves Saint Laurent!

In Silent Tribute to a Master.(May the Angels be wearing the best frocks and trouser suits today!)Jusqu'à la Fois Suivante Mon AmiXfiona smilex ...
Posted by Fiona M Chapelle on Mon, 02 Jun 2008 09:11:00 PST

You and Your Vocabulary Whore. Tallie part II (Rap)

Who gave you the right to speak bad of me, was it was something I did that that I failed to see?So if I'm blind and permission was sought, why down me with your words like some whore lent you your voc...
Posted by Fiona M Chapelle on Thu, 17 May 2007 10:03:00 PST

Fear and My Dreamscape Warrior. (Erotic Poem)

  Why am I so afraid to want to reveal my true nature to me. Me, myself and I, then you? I wander in my mind afraid to see, to embrace this pure and honest side of me, In nights of sleepless...
Posted by Fiona M Chapelle on Sun, 25 May 2008 05:48:00 PST

Not only is the bitch back&&but she is wearing her heart on her sleeve.

Hi Everyone,   I haven't been feeling too bright this week, so I haven't been reading your blogs as much I would normally. Sorry guys&.smooches in line of apology&.ok then&.bossomy ones&..grins...
Posted by Fiona M Chapelle on Fri, 23 May 2008 10:55:00 PST