Heebee Post #1120 - Test Tower - Now broadcasting from even deeper into the 4th Dimension - Heebee Jeebeeland, the Bonus of Irrealites everywhere!

You know folks, it's been nearly a woeful month since I have posted and I am glad to say Heebee Jeebeeland is back in business - high atop our forested hillcrest compound, deep in the woods and I am ecstatic to say that my new studio, where I now sit in oddness and majesty, is fantastic! But first, a little bit of curious antics at the Dog Days Barbeque happening at Jack Lattemann's (Cascadia Artpost), house up in Olympia, just a few (25) miles from here. That would be latter today (it's 1 AM as I write this) and I am stoked!  I shall take some snaps , of course, and reveal some of them here, for those that just have to know. So stay tuned! And thank you all for your patience during my horrific moving session - But, it was really worth every exhausted brain cell and tortured muscle! See you all in the mail - haven't made any in a few weeks so, Shabbam on your mailboxes!

Heebee Post #1119 - Jack Lattemann (Cascadia Artpost) - Olympia, Washington - USA

New Address for Heebee Jeebeeland

Test Tower

1365 Centralia-Alpha Rd.

Chehalis, WA

98532  USA

 Yes, my new studio space will be well powered with enthusiasm and 4th Dimension know how. I am so overjoyed regarding the new Mail Art Laboratory and quite anxious to share a snap or two with you in the near future. So, feel that tower starting to crackle with tension as the power builds to a crescendo as I settle in to my new Head Quarters; which is actually way out in the heavily forested and serene foothills of the mighty Cascade Mountains.

Thanks for the killer "Tower of Power" Jack, seen above in in an auto I needed a pat on the back by good friend - Thanks. Moving, even just a dozen miles, can really wear ya down. Ugh.

I'm so happy that Jack fashioned a commemorative postcard for this confounding event. I love commemorative - Thanks so much Jack - you're a great guy to know. . I'll be sending an RSVP to you rather soon too about the you know what. Cascadia Artpost.

Heebee Post #1118 - Test Tower - Heebee Jeebeeland

Hi everybody, Just wanted to let you know about the new address for me as of 07/01/2014
Test Tower & Fluxus Girl                                 Please don't forget me!
1365 Centralia-Alpha Rd.
Chehalis, WA
98532  USA

See ya in the mail.

Heebee Post #1117 - Ptigh (sp?) - Portland, Oregon - USA

 Well folks, I really must say, "Great Job Post Office" for delivering this imposing  "Periscope Chicken" postcard. This handsome bantam is sporting some unusual eye-wear and I can't stop the idiotic notion of wanting to see it blink! Anyway, let's get to the stranger matter. If you, dear reader, will take notice of the address in the center of the panel - It shows my residence on W.Pear St. The number, 1201, is correct but, I live at 1201 W.Main St.; which is ironic because, I am moving to a new home at the moment. Moreover, it shows the recipient as "T.J.". Perhaps the sender meant T.T. (Test Tower), as I am often called? Oddly, there actually is a Pear St. about 7 or 8 blocks from here. For them to make the connection to me indicates a good presence of mind for the delivery guys. Good show Post Office!

This glimpse into the puzzle that comprises a "Nuclear Family" seems to balance the dregs of modern life and the edgy, poignant contentment received as award for perseverance in a mundane world. This moody work by the artist "Ptigh" (I don't think I have that right) has a peculiar feel about it and makes the viewer want to know more about the seated pair. A super one to build a story on. Thank you very much and see you in the mail!

Heebee Post #1116 - Lord Fugue (Sky City) - Hickory, North Carolina - USA

 Sky City returns to the land of Heebee Jeebee in full 4th Dimension regalia.The fierce looking fellow fills the dangerously appealing postcard with his Visi-sonic waves, until he is awash and enveloped by the black and white mist that seems to pulsate when stared at for only a few seconds. Meanwhile, the viewer, having read the beguiling question, "What gives meaning to your life?", is left to ponder:  Is Lord Fugue suggesting that the modular pieces comprising the crazed guitar player are like emblems that give meaning to our lives? Tattoos, wicked guitar playing, grinning skulls?
It has been a long while since Sky City has entertained Heebee Jeebee viewers but, his absence is soon forgotten as Lord Fugue renews his enchanting, visually frenetic assault to liberate the wildness that roams freely in our own confounding imagination.

This artistamp "Where the Love light gleams" seems to have Jimi Hendrix in a sort of "Where's Waldo?" scenario. The "Love-Light" must have caused this psychedelic avalanche when everybody turned their's on.

Also featured on the decorated envelope, was this remarkable declaration from legendary mail artist Vitorre Baroni. regarding the "Eternal Network" and "Open Mindedness" and the "Trip" one takes through it all. If not taking the Trip, one risks never learning about books, ideas or experiences "That may radically change your life!".Thanks Fugue for sharing Baroni's tiny, yet powerful manifesto. See you in the mail.

Heebee Post #1115 - Torma Cauli - Budapest - Hungary

 This latest artful correspondence from Cauli is classy on a few different levels. Just the Torley Champagne ad alone is quite a lovely spectacle, celebrating life in general.

But when you throw in this dark Dada egg that contains the names of Kurt Schwitters and Raoul Hausmann, it seems that the Torley bubbly is in celebration of these famous early Avant Garde Dadaists - another level. The large letters "MERZ", refer to a publication of Schwitters' but, more importantly, MERZ was used, contemporarily, as a term referring to and identifying things of Dada nature. Therefore, the postcard itself is "MERZ". This history of Dada is fascinating and Cauli must have a vast knowledge of it. I know he is in the Hannah Hoch Fan Club, who also hung around with the Berlin Avant Garde at the time.  This card is a wonderful statement of love for bygone heroes.

 The busy reverse side of the card features a phantom like image of an elderly lady on crutches; which is actually a take off on my last mail art to him. I am a big fan of Cauli's  and have swapped quite a few mailings with him over the years

Some detail from the business of the collage he weaves so nicely. Thank you dear Cauli (his nickname by the way), always a pleasure to have you visit the shores of the 4th Dimension. Torma Cauli Mail Art.

Heebee Post #1114 - Cascadia Artpost (Jack Lattemann) - Olympia, Washington - USA

 Jack returns to the land of Heebee Jeebee with his curiously entitled "Peeps". I have enjoyed, over the years, the Easter candy that is shaped like tiny chicks, usually yellow or purple, although most colors are represented in the Peeps candy world in these modern days.  Jack's Peeps are entirely different and much more fun than the more 'traditional' candy Peeps. The above Artistamp is a fine example of Jack's mysterious, nearly unseen, tiny, busy world of the interesting, miniature people's lives. The fellow seen here, in  portrait fade-out style, appears to be a sort of Peeps Secret Agent, making his escape with his stolen valise that contains monumental, classified Peep's stuff


Here, we are entertained by a spectrum of life in this collection of Jack's diminutive peoples (or Peeps, as he fondly addresses them) I'm not too certain of what is occurring in the top right corner section - perhaps, a crashed "Peepmobile"?  These are all artistamps, depicting various actions of the common, everyday Peep.  

Jack, in his handsome handwriting (nobody has better hand writting than Cascadia Artpost), tells the quirky tale of how the "Peeps" came to be.  I usually do not publish personal correspondence but, I will relate it to you: Years ago, while walking to and from his workplace in Seattle, he came across little scenes that had been anonymously set up with children's action figures. He couldn't help but to notice, that the little scenes would change every week or so.

As time went on, Jack began to add to the "scenes", after ordering some "O" gauge plastic people that are typically used in model Railroad depiction layouts. He was amused to find the little changing scenes were now including his Peeps. As time went on, Jack started to leave his Peeps all over the place.  Interested in what fate befalls each Peep - he "Looked forward to seeing if they still survived in the urban jungle".

The front side of Jack's "Peep's Show" (I couldn't resist saying that) has my favorite of the Peeps artistamps. I thought it was Jack at first - looks pretty realistic. You can click on the panel to read what Microworlds wrote about "These vertiginous shifts in scale."  *Learning the word "Vertiginous", I now can't wait to use it in conversation, should that proper word ever be warranted!

The lifelike miner pauses to wipe his sweaty forehead with a hankerchief.. He's wearing sandals - a bit dangerous for a pick slinging miner. Wouldn't you, dear reader, agree? Ah well, to each, his own. Thanks very much Jack - I love this fun mini-world and may just start "Peeping" myself - I have a bunch of British antique Gauge "O" soldiers and officers that would work very nicely (if I could ever part with the 1940's North African style uniformed little U.K. fellows). Anyway, time for another luncheon Jack? He does not live far away, about 20 miles or so and our conversation is always a gas! Thanks for that too Jack! See ya in the mail. Cascadia Artpost.

Heebee Post #1113 - Kiki Desvaux - Paroy sur Tholon - France

 It seems more than evident that Fluxabrill,  a new Dada inspired hair product,  is turning a lot of heads these days. The popular controversy in Fluxabrill is not in it's "Fancy Movie Star Hairdo" results but, instead, the dreadful, disturbing facial skin tone distortion it invariably causes. "Postal Moderns" will sacrifice quite a bit for spectacular hair and women don't seem to mind snuggling up to the corpse-like masque it can often cause. We'll just have to see if the trend continues.....

This inspiring view is the "Entrance way to the Old Port and the Transporter Bridge" at Marseilles. Historically,  the French Empire's largest trade center and it's biggest city on the Mediterranean coast, it sure looks magnificent and ready for business. The back of this super vintage "Carte Postale" sports a friendly note from an old friend.

In that note dear Kiki writes that her other fabulous mail art, previous to this one, must have become lost in the postal system. No, my lovely friend, I have it here........ somewhere. I'm in the middle of packing and moving. My organizational skills leaves a bit to be desired and I'm not really certain where a lot of important goodies are. Ah well, I'll be happy to have a newer, bigger and better all around studio to do my thing in. So, once again, please forgive for anything it seems like I may have overlooked or forgotten or lost!  I have every fun and marvelous thing that you all have sent. Anyway, Thank you Kiki, I love the Fluxabrill - Heh-heh - (and thanks Kiki, for being a good sport about that pesky, Fluxus Girl - She's so out of control!).  See you in the post soon! Kiki's Mail Art.   

Heebee Post #1112 - CrakerJack Kid (Chuck Welch) Part #2 - Hancock, New Hampshire - USA

 The ill orthodoxy the Kid usually musters up seems to first irritate until a kind of rewarding satisfaction is found from somewhere you didn't see coming. Chuck has been wondering whatever became of this monstrous sized mail art package he had sent a couple of months ago. Shamelessly, I have that one, seen here, and yet, another to astound the world with soon.  The above palette of delicacy, is large (8"x10") and arrived in Heebee Jeebeeland in grand fashion, enclosed within a thick 14"x15" zippered clear plastic envelope package.

 
Also, I assembled the contents enclosed  within the plastic bag and Voila! The hapless Lass comes alive with a folding stand as she poses, in all her enigmatic splendor, atop the vintage Packard Bell radio/clock above my desk - a place of distinction! At least until it arrives in my new studio next week! This is some interesting correspondence, wouldn't you, dear reader, agree? The CrackerJack Kid just knocked one outta the park folks! You have to smile when you see this!

Chuck was worried that the Post Office may have dropped the ball on this one. But, no, I had it all the time. In fact, let me just take a moment to show some reverence to the wonderful institution that has fascinated me my entire life. Keep up the good work you guys! Everybody loves the Post Office......right?



I like the Kid's 'sandwiching' technique with the decoration. A closer look shows a red and white sticker with a USA postage stamp partially covering it and topped off with a rubber cancellation stamping. Like a postal "S'more". The technique results in an award-like appearance, adding a peculiar sense of importance to it.


Thanks very much Chuck - that's entertainment! Something is on it's way to your house - enjoy! CrackerJack Kid Mail Art.  Part #3 is coming up pretty quickly, thanks for your and everybody else's patience as I complete the transport of my belongings by Yak up the mountain to my new home. Adieu.

Heebee Post #1111 - Herman Kamphuis - Amsterdam - The Netherlands

 Well known "Voyageur Postal",  Herman sends in this eerie beauty to confound the mind's taste buds. Adorned in fashionable knits, this model unrelentingly engages the viewer's eyes and pulls you into her peculiar, gift wrapped world of sensuality.  Herman has a pretty good idea about what "Fluxus Affair" is all about and enjoys displaying odd varieties of that mysterious, romantic realm and he does it well.
This large postcard (7" x 9"), turned out to be an envelope that contained a small collection of some of Herman's unusual workings.
Talk about being on "The horns of a dilemma".  This quarrelling couple are fraught with argument and more like impaled with problems.    

 "Pelstaarten" or "His tail". This cut-out "Fragment", as he calls it, is a piece of a much larger work done in 1986 by the artist. Strangely, the monkey-like creature's arms seem to be disconnected.

Another "Fragment", also dated 1986.

Herman's Fluxus Affair takes a small departure here with a confounding third party added in. Michelangelo's  Statue of David acts as the "Other fellow" in this "Fluxus Affair Quandry". It is beautiful when held in your hand because of the smooth, soft, leathery texture of Herman's work.  Thanks very much my dear Kamphuis, something is already in the mail for you and yes, I have another of  your wonderful works to post; which I will get to soon. Great stuff!

Heebee Post #1110 - Adrienne Mason - Tofino, British Columbia - Canada

 Adrienne's Heebee Jeebee debut is rather a timely little ensemble for me personally. I have to drive down to Portland  in a couple of hours and doesn't this look like it is forming a test pattern  for the trip and what I'm in for when I get there? As if a map charting it's course from the 4th dimension and the breakthrough return to reality. Don't worry folks, I'll look at the "Map" in the mirror to get back. Adrienne's large card is gorgeous and right on target this foggy friday morning.

"All Hail Heebee Jeebeeland"! - with adoring  minions waving in silent wonder. I had approached the computer this morning at about 3:30 feeling a bit melancholy but, I'm starting to feel better (more minions please!) Heh. I 'm getting a cool interesting vibe from Adrienne's work and that Canadian postage is fabulous. The town of Tofino, where Adrienne hangs her hat, is on the west coast of the vast Vancouver Island. I have always wanted to explore that side of the enormous Island. Must be pretty remote, hearty living there. Thank you for the great postcard Adrienne - see you in the mail!

Heebee Post #1109 - SeaShelly (Rachel) - Lelystad - The Netherlands

 My gracious sakes! "Souvenirstamps for Test Tower". If you have never had a set of stamps that were were about and dedicated specifically for you, you cannot know the sense of exultation that accompanies the little treasure. Like a gentle massage of fortune for the ego. Folks, I am smiling ear to ear over this honor. This sort of thing does not happen often and so, if you don't mind my reveling in the glory of it for a moment......
The close up of this fine artistamp didn't come out as nicely as I would have preferred (someday a new scanner). Anyway, it is of a special Test Tower/XPF stamping and a commemorative XPF stamp. That sure was a fun day!

 "The Sea is an adventure and so is Mail sent by it"....Seashelly sends in another fascinating set of artistamps, this time "Mail by Paquebot" or "Mail by Packet Boat". An interestingly romantic notion.

A little closer examination to show off her beautiful philtelic prowess. Great configuration.

Another joyously busy commemorative for the XPF festival in San Francisco.

I had to react immediately to the enthusiastic instructions found on the back of this hefty envelope

The brilliant address side of the fancifully decorated jewel of an envelope tells stories with it's splendid imagery. A wonderful specimen of the genre to be yanking out of your mail box indeed! Like a therapuetic soothing balm for the mind and soul....... Thanks Rachel - I'll be catching up to you in the very near postal future. Of course - this made my day!

Heebee Post #1108 -CrackerJack Kid (Chuck Welch)- Part #1 - Hancock, New Hampshire - USA

 It has been a while since I have posted the very well known CrackerJack Kid's work and now I have three of his dubious beauties that need posting attention. One glimpse of the these "Articulated Pages" gives the viewer a pretty good feel of the erratic mischief  conducted while composing his neo-eloquent correspondence.  This first page refers to Chuck's going back to Nebraska for some kind of Family Reunion - and introduces his long lost 2nd cousin, artist Roy De Forest. The Kid goes on to say that De Forest greeted him just outside the "Stinking Draft Board room that nailed me back in 1970".

 This little mail art package was sent back to the Kid or, as he puts it "Punted", twice by the Post Office. When you see the envelope, below, you can believe it. The third sending out proved to be successful as it was re-addressed and put inside a hard plastic container.

These fine "Bug Post Revenue" stamps are fantastic. This particular postage celebrates "Hemp".  Marijuana, within the state of Washington, is no big deal anymore. But, as the residents of this fine state await for the formerly forbidden plant to be sold in the stores - there is a big problem of how much to charge everybody. Too much and folks will just keep buying it privately; where it is much cheaper. Not enough and no state revenue will be made. It is supposed to be in public stores by July of this year.........we'll see......

 The front side of the twice 'returned to sender' envelope. The envelope is actually made from a Weatherspoon Gallery card regarding artist: Willem de Kooning - redecorated with the Kid's whimsical seriousness.

The back side of the loquacious envelope is festooned with CrackerJack autobiographical scribbled storytelling. It is quite fascinating to learn more of this legendary artist's life. He was friends with Ray Johnson and helped begin Ray's NY Correspondence School.  He also speaks of David Zack and  Roy De Forest moving to the west coast and creating "California Funk Art". He ends his colorful bit of biography with "To be continued". Chuck Welch aka CrackerJack Kid is always a mind tenderizer and I have at least two more to post - please be patient - you'll see them soon enough. Thank you Chuck, I love your work and your storytelling. In fact, this one should probably be in a museum. See ya in the mail. CrackerJack Kid Music. CrackerJack Kid Mail Art.at IUOMA.

Heebee Post #1107 - Eric Babaud - Sainte Anastasie - France

This handsome family relaxes during  the popular "Breakfast Floor Show" in the versatile Heebee Jeebeeland Lounge. The singers create a merry atmosphere and a splendid time is had by all.  This is Eric's debut visit to the fourth dimension and it is a stunning affair (A4 size). There is certainly an art to juxtapositioning and it has been carried out handily here. The fact that it is quite large, really adds to it's magnificence. Super job Mr. Babaud - I'm nuts about it! The table cloth is actually an orange piece of tape, folded perfectly, as if by the waitress. Nice touch. In fact, this is a killer piece of mail art!

Inside of the fantastically  decorated envelope, is this attention engaging  and entertaining poster. This is a showing for Eric's works entitled "Eschappees Belles" = "Beautiful Escape". A great poster but, no date? Anyway, Eric left a pleasant note introducing himself and it looks like we shall be exchanging some nutty stuff in the mail . I can't wait Eric! Babaud Art. Nice to meet you Eric and thanks and see ya in the mail.

Heebee Post #1106 - RBCz - St. Clown, Minnesota - USA

 Five Fins make a Foon: #1

In the first of three, well thought out vignettes, it  looks as if this blue-chromed subway behemoth is slowly swimming, like a massive, hissing steam-punk shark,  through a labyrinth of elaborately arched, M.C. Escher-like pathways. Roy barely mentions the 1959 Eldorado and that this is rather a 'homage' to the eye popping grandeur of the appropriately named: "Bullet Bra".

As intriguing as the people carrying denizen of the subway is, this post card is actually regarding the advertisements seen hanging from the Subway ceiling. I'll just let Roy's words describe the vainglorious, yet somehow fun,  lifestyle acquired from wearing this dangerous product.  Click on reverse side to read.

Five Finns make a Foon: #2

 In the part #2 of the "Five Fins make a Foon" saga, Roy describes picking up a hitch-hiker in the middle of a "A high summer , high plains, high voltage electrical storm", near Omaha. That big Buick RoadMaster was an "Unstoppable force".
The rider declared that the back seat was bigger than his bedroom and they all dined on Bacon and sausage.

Five Fins make Foon: #3

 This harlequin attired prankster is the unusual depiction of Hernado de Soto, who reached the top rank of Conquistador under Pizarro in the destruction of the Incan Empire". In 1539 he bacame the governer of Cuba.











"Over two million DeSotos were made from 1928 until 1966. They were prone to rust". I think all three of these cars have some kind of foothold in Roy's memory. They all three have that RCBz  majesty of  visual juggernauts that compel the viewer just a bit away from his comfort zone. Anyway,  I hope they are good ones old friend. See ya in the mail. RCBz's Review.