I’m realizing (and not always with grace) that it’s ok to be uncomfortable in life. The kind of uncomfortable that stretches you to grow and moves you to achieve things you never thought possible. Marriage is showing (teaching) me that things don’t have to go my way. Sometimes my way only shows me the view […]
I have had this end table taking up space in my basement for a very L-O-N-G time (actually, I hauled it from one basement to another when I got married). Why? Because I love junk!!!! 🙂 I just could not get rid of her in the move. She had great bones (solid) and I wanted the […]
Vincent Van Gogh is my favorite artist. His work is full of expression, color and movement. I smile every time I look at his bright and cheery paintings. Starry Night is on the top of my list of Van Gogh’s works. I can see why it is one of the most sought after prints in […]
Inspirational Wooden Hearts Working on pieces for the Vintage Lynchburg Spring Market. Time is running out…Soooooooo I am trying to spend my spare time painting away! Preparing these sweet hearts to encourage others with inspirational sentiments. Experimenting with various colors. Took this one on the vintage setting on my phone. Cool–love how it looks! Adding verses […]
Yes, I finally got my email link fixed. I apologize for the delay. I love to create, but I am no Techy! This is very evident…since I am the one that must have disconnected it. I am not sure what I pressed in the inner sanctum of the network world, but I will have to […]
SUPPLIES Watercolor Paper Pencil Black Fine Point Sharpie Watercolor Paints Soft Brushes Water Tablecloth or Placemat LESSON Our art lesson on Pablo Picasso began just before Valentine’s Day. I gave the class (K – 3rd grade) a quick overview on Picasso’s background. Mostly, we talked about where he was from (we located Spain on a […]
This fun and vibrant “Think Positive” sign was custom made for my sister-n-law. She gave me the concept of what she wanted it to say and then I went to work to make it just right for her. Since she is going to place it in her office, I used colors to keep her refreshed […]
It’s another chilly day with sleet and snow coming down. I have been enjoying watching the birds from my window. You can see my view here. Lately, I have been working on some custom orders and getting ready for upcoming shows. Excited!!! I’ll send more details on that soon. 🙂 This custom-made piece was done for […]
I collected several cheese boxes thinking I would use them to practice decorative painting… Although, this technique is lovely, I found out that it was very time-consuming to get the rough cheese boxes prepared for this style (I did manage to get one prepped/smoothed–so you just may see at least one box (probably only one […]
Feeling a 1950’s color vibe this week when “Loved by You” came to mind. A heart is a must. 🙂 It is very symbolic too of this era as “I Love Lucy” flashes before me. Speaking of, I recently saw the episode when Lucy and Vivian try working at a chocolate factory. So fun to […]
While reading the January 6th devotional in Our Daily Bread, the words “Live Beautifully” came to my mind. It moved my heart to reflect on how I live my life. Would I respond with such kindness as Miles Davis did in this reading? Micah 6: 8 (ESV) gives us some insight and encouragement with this: […]
I thought I would announce the WINNER of the VALENTINE GIVEAWAY separate from my regular post today. I am excited to give this sweet piece away to brighten another home. So without further ado… THE WINNER OF THE “HOT Stuff!” VALENTINE GIVEAWAY IS… NANCY QUARANTOTTO from VIRGINIA ♥ Feel free to share any photos NANCY with […]
