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Where's the next friggin' hold???

Posted by Ladianne on 5/4/2007
Where's the next friggin' hold???

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.

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badash says:

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thats cool. Post more of your art --- if it has to do with climbing. I'd like to see it!

climbingtrash says:

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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:

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Such a cool piece - please share info about it!!

woodchuck07 says:

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we climbers are just too talented to let go to waste. WE need an art's post area for sure.

Ladianne says:

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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:

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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"

badash says:

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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:

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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:

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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:

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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:

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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:

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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:

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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:

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That's not narrow minded silly boy.

gonzobeer says:

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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.
Licentia Haud Vestigium

climbingwall says:

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Yet again, the old man gets dissed in the smartass catagory.
Cheers!

Ladianne says:

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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:

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I hear ya, welcome to the madness of this site! We're all well intentioned if nothing else.
Licentia Haud Vestigium

gonzobeer says:

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This is the only photograph of mine I have on my 'puter.

Licentia Haud Vestigium

Ladianne says:

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Ok - -and if you're going to have only ONE photo, THAT is an INCREDIBLE one to have!!!! Amazing, amazing view!!

Ladianne says:

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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:

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That's a cool pic GB. Where is it??

gonzobeer says:

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Early morning in Alcacer Do Sal bay in Portugal. Very early.
Licentia Haud Vestigium

Bex says:

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Wow it's beautiful.

woodchuck07 says:

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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:

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Hallelujah Holla Back little Homie!
Licentia Haud Vestigium

badash says:

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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:

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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.
Licentia Haud Vestigium

Spudz says:

awesome
thanks
your pretty freakin funny to be livin with your mom

climbingtrash says:

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Feeling a little like this Spudz?



Ladianne says:

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That's great, Trash! Spudz, you're alright man.

Bex says:

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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:

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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:

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threeee cooool cats! threee coool cats!!!!!! threeeee cooool chicks!

Bex says:

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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:

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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:

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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:

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yeah, the chattanoogan. No, you dont top out. okay.

gonzobeer says:

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Ash, did you just call me a chick?
Licentia Haud Vestigium

Bex says:

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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:

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They're nothing wrong with his facial hair. I like it.

Spudz says:

did i say there was something wrong with it?

Bex says:

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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:

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oh ok Spudz i just didn't get it.

Spudz says:

yup sure thing

badash says:

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wait when did i call you a chick!?

Spudz says:

not me but scroll up and find it

gonzobeer says:

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Ash, you sang 'threeee cooool cats! threee coool cats!!!!!! threeeee cooool chicks!'
Licentia Haud Vestigium

woodchuck07 says:

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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:

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Gotta HAND it to ya' Chuck - -I think you've definitely made a point.

Bex says:

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Nice!!!

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