Heritage Series 1

Life can really get busy and it seems like mine has been that way all year! I have spent a good bit of time getting my house in order but I still have much to do. I am trying to simplify which means shedding layers of things that I don't need and many that I … Continue reading Heritage Series 1 →

Raphael, Archangel

This is my latest piece added to Series 52 (a piece of artwork each week for 52 weeks. ) I am terribly behind because I took a break while my husband was having and recuperating from back surgery. It was a roaring success by the way--truly miraculous. He was almost wheelchair bound and all of … Continue reading Raphael, Archangel →

Life Stuff and Creativity

There has not been much time to post in a few weeks. Quite a bit going on around here. Nothing really exciting. Just stuff...doctor's appointments, paperwork, dog sitting...just stuff...life stuff. In the midst of all that life stuff, there have been a few moments found to be creative and have managed to do at least one piece … Continue reading Life Stuff and Creativity →

A Painting a Week for a Year!

I was invited to participate in a 52-week challenge called Series 52 sponsored by Jeanne Oliver Design. The challenge is to produce a piece of art once a week for 52 weeks and share it with other participants. The purpose is to encourage us to create, find out more about our creative selves, and at … Continue reading A Painting a Week for a Year! →

Day Eight – 5 Minute Painting – Self Challenge

I suppose this is actually day nine but since I did not post a painting on day eight, I am counting today as day eight. Day eight was spent assembling a home gym. My husband, stepson and I all lost a good two pounds each from the assembly alone. We are very hopeful with the results … Continue reading Day Eight – 5 Minute Painting – Self Challenge →

Finally, A Gallery Wall

I wrote this post a month or so ago and just did not get it posted. One reason is the photos just aren't that great. They are a combo of DSLR camera and phone camera--I'm a little lazy these days and it is so easy to grab the phone instead of the Pentax. Anyway, I … Continue reading Finally, A Gallery Wall →

Day Three – Five Minute Painting Self-Challenge

"A Rose is A Rose..." This one was very quick and fun. It made me smile so I'm happy with it. Now, what to do tomorrow??In light of the turmoil and chaos in our country and around the world, I leave you today with a couple of thoughts:"Darkness cannot drive out darkness, only light can do … Continue reading Day Three – Five Minute Painting Self-Challenge →

Finally! I’m Back…Hopefully to Stay!

Life often takes unexpected turns and I feel as though I've been on one of those roller coasters that are small but lethal with their abrupt twists and turns. Things have calmed down a bit at the moment and hopefully will remain that way. I have recently started painting in earnest and have revamped my … Continue reading Finally! I’m Back…Hopefully to Stay! →

Barn Owl Primitives Giveaway at Little Miss Momma’s Blog

Little Miss Momma is hosting a giveaway and the winner will receive a $75.00 shop credit to Barn Owl Primitives! I love BOP's wonderful typography signs and I'm sure you will too! Go check it out HERE...there are lots of ways to enter. Contest ends Monday, January 10, 2011 at 11:59p.m.