Posted by Ladianne on 5/4/2007

When I'm not climbing (or being a mom), I'm an artist/writer. My work encompasses so very many things - -so many types of art and writing. At any rate, this is a sculpture I created (and destroyed) some time ago, but having taken up climbing, this sculpture still speaks to me about the drive it takes to continue moving up - -to continue seeking challenge. Here's to you and your own need to seek challenge.







badash says:
thats cool. Post more of your art --- if it has to do with climbing. I'd like to see it!
climbingtrash says:
That's great Ladianne. I'm bit of an artist too, when I get the time.*sigh* Here's an oil I did a few years ago.

Ladianne says:
Such a cool piece - please share info about it!!
woodchuck07 says:
we climbers are just too talented to let go to waste. WE need an art's post area for sure.
Ladianne says:
Yeah - -you know, I'm never surprised anymore when my climbing friends tell me they write poetry, write fiction, paint, draw, etc. I think the marriage of love for the outdoors and employment of creativity is natural. And yes - -there are so many amazingly talented folks - -it would be great for everyone to be able to share.
Bex says:
Trash that is an amazing piece. It's incredible. Yes we certainly need an art section there is some great talent here on the site.
Spudz says:
yea talent of climbing!
"yourclimbing"
not "yourart"
Ladianne says:
ha.
badash says:
shuttup spudz. its all part of the climbing community and lifestyle!!! I'm a bit of an artist too............ oh, and thats a cool painting, CT!!!
Ladianne says:
We who realize we're part of something larger than ourselves are surely in for a more fulfilling life, regardless of the community of our choosing, huh? But I have to say your spirit is one of the key reasons I LOVE the climbing community.
badash says:
exACTLY!
Spudz says:
yea yea i just want to keep it a climbing website
but i get the thing about a cultural of art surrounds climbing
o and im not making fun of any of your paintings\sculptures i think there awesome
Ladianne says:
No worries, brother. Didn't think for a moment you were making fun. Just thought you might be kind of a smart ass like me. Oh, and don't think for a moment that just because I'm a mom and an artist (in addition to being a climber) that I don't have a wicked sarcastic streak....!! If you're lucky I won't open up that can on you!! Ha. Hope you have a great week.
Ladianne says:
Oh, and Spudz - - you really had me worried - - for a moment there, I thought you might be just another narrow-minded person. Thank god I was wrong!!!
Spudz says:
i think some people on this site can call me narrow-minded
-woodchuck
-gonzobeer
-Bex(some times)
-badash(always)
-climbingtrash
sooo yea
yea my mom climbs and can defiantly open up a can on me
Bex says:
Oh Spudz it's that you attempting at burning the regulars. Nice Try.
Spudz says:
see what i mean ragged out by bex once again
badash says:
are you kidding me? seriously? you think I am narrow minded? give an example. Back up your statement, buddy!!!
Spudz says:
i said you think i'm narrow minded
not that you are
Spudz says:
read the whole comment badash
Bex says:
That's not narrow minded silly boy.
gonzobeer says:
Hey Spudz, why would I call you narrow-minded? This is a climbing community website. And art is part of our community. You're a cool cat Spudzo, you're not afraid to speak your mind. That's very admirable buddy.
But don't try burning us until you start shaving. :D
Ladianne That's a cool sculpture. I really like it and would like to see more of your work. As soon as I buy a scanner I'll start posting my photography.
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climbingwall says:
Yet again, the old man gets dissed in the smartass catagory.
Cheers!
Ladianne says:
Gonzo - thanks! Oh my -- the grins and laughs I've enjoyed tonight are numerous!! I can't help but like Spudz - - he's well intentioned I suppose! And if nothing else, he is giving me a hint of my kids' teen years (EEEEEK!). Wait -- for Mothers day, maybe I should get that Harley - -and some open road!!!!
gonzobeer says:
I hear ya, welcome to the madness of this site! We're all well intentioned if nothing else.
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gonzobeer says:
This is the only photograph of mine I have on my 'puter.

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Ladianne says:
Ok - -and if you're going to have only ONE photo, THAT is an INCREDIBLE one to have!!!! Amazing, amazing view!!
Ladianne says:
Gonzo, it is really MY pleasure to have stumbled on this awesome little corner of the 'net!! Thanks for allowing me to be a part of it!!! And thanks....even to SPUDZ!!! :)
Bex says:
That's a cool pic GB. Where is it??
gonzobeer says:
Early morning in Alcacer Do Sal bay in Portugal. Very early.
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Bex says:
Wow it's beautiful.
woodchuck07 says:
gonzo knows its better than 50% of what I'm posting these days. Nice photo! I missed all the chatter above and didn't know I was one of the group here on site supposedly calling Sputz 'narrow minded'.
Spudz says:
Spudz woody with a d
thanks guys i didn't know i had any respect on this site
sorry if you think the comment is a dis
amazing view gonzo!
gonzobeer says:
Hallelujah Holla Back little Homie!
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badash says:
my bad spudz - are you sure you didnt change it? youve done that before... and made my comment look stupid by doing it. BUt if not, i apologize! i dont think you are NARROW minded at all - but you could possibly work on your niceness! =) worrrrrd.
Spudz says:
i didn't change it i promise
sorry if you think i'm mean its just my personality
ill try to be more careful about that
gonzobeer says:
Don't be sorry for anything spudzo, look at me, I'm an asshole and everyone likes me :) Seriously though, you're fun as hell buddy. Keep on Keepin on.
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Spudz says:
awesome
thanks
your pretty freakin funny to be livin with your mom
climbingtrash says:
Feeling a little like this Spudz?

Ladianne says:
That's great, Trash! Spudz, you're alright man.
Bex says:
I'm pretty sure you edited that Spudz but you're alright kid.
Spudz says:
!!! i didn't edit it!!!!!!!! and yes right now i am feeling like that
badash says:
hahaha. if i ever seem mad at you spudz - its not really. I'm just playin... hope you know that. You're a cool cat....sometimes!
badash says:
threeee cooool cats! threee coool cats!!!!!! threeeee cooool chicks!
Bex says:
Spudz is a cool cat, your the age of my younger sibling (who died) so I guess I razz you in place Spudz.
badash says:
Oops..... i guess i was getting into a beatles song when i posted that last comment.
Spudz says:
man sorry 'bout that Bex
b'ash where does that midway problem start\end
have you gotten the wave?>?????
badash says:
it starts mid-way on the long v12 problem.... the good start holds are pretty chalked up and obvious. And it ends after a series of campusy, powerful moves and then it just stops... i cant really explain where..... its like.... where the roof kind of thing ends... and no, ive never gotten the wave, nor have i even tried it......
Spudz says:
is the v12 The Chattanoogan?
do you top out midway?
try the wave next time you go out
badash says:
yeah, the chattanoogan. No, you dont top out. okay.
gonzobeer says:
Ash, did you just call me a chick?
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Bex says:
Yes she did. Just adds to the questions of your gender.
Spudz says:
its the facial hair gonzo
like a baby chickens facial hair
Bex says:
They're nothing wrong with his facial hair. I like it.
Spudz says:
did i say there was something wrong with it?
Bex says:
you said it was like Baby chickens facial hair.
Spudz says:
he asked 'bash if she called him a chick and i
just made a stupid comment that said that 'bash was talking
about his facial hair
thats it
no insult
no nothin
Bex says:
oh ok Spudz i just didn't get it.
Spudz says:
yup sure thing
badash says:
wait when did i call you a chick!?
Spudz says:
not me but scroll up and find it
gonzobeer says:
Ash, you sang 'threeee cooool cats! threee coool cats!!!!!! threeeee cooool chicks!'
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woodchuck07 says:
I'm just catching up here; just reading the last 30 or so posts of nonsense. what is going on? Badsh', Sputdtz, take your spat over to a forum or your guestbook.
back to the top, the artwork. "talk to the hand',,,eh?
Ladianne says:
Gotta HAND it to ya' Chuck - -I think you've definitely made a point.
Bex says:
Nice!!!
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