Zen Greeting Cards

May 30, 2011 by Administrator

I used watercolor color greeting cards and Zentangle inspired techniques to create these cards. This was great fun. I can create the cards while sitting in front of the TV or visiting with friends and family.

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I heart graffiti!

May 21, 2011 by Administrator

I just love graffiti. These pics are from a legal graffiti wall in our area. It was starting to rain so I had to take pictures from the car.

The creativity and the colors are always great. I would love to get that feel in my work!

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It’s Finished – Portrait Painting

May 4, 2011 by Administrator

I have finished my portrait painting project. I painted this in oils which I seldom use. I used water soluable oils which are easier to use than traditional oils with less smell. Now, I have to wait at least a two weeks for this painting to dry. (That part I hate).

I will finish the Carder Method for portraits video this weekend and I will try another portrait. Who should I paint next? Painting great a looking man is really fun! Any suggestions?????

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Here’s a short list of websites I love….

May 2, 2011 by Administrator

Here’s a short list of websites I love. This list is very random. I promise you I do not get anything for mentioning these sites.

I have discovered these websites (many by accident) and enjoy them all routinely. I could name a many more and I probably missed some goodies. Feel free to post your additions to my list.

Books and DVD’s

Amazon

Amazon is an all-round online book source, that is easy to use.

www.Amazon.com ]

Alibris – Like Amazon but specializes in used books from many sources.

http://www.alibris.com/

Supplies

Oriental Trading- Large variety of miscellaneous items. Great for school teachers.

www.orientaltrading.com

Jerry’s Artarama Great for fine art supplies and hard to find items

www.jerrysartarama.com/

Amos Advantage – I have found some really great clearance sale prices here.

http://www.amosadvantage.com/

Painting and Craft Lessons

Cool 2 Craft – Just plain cool!

http://www.cool2craft.com/

Visual Arts Network – Free online TV channel that shows paint instruction all day.

http://www.visualartsnetwork.tv/van_tv.htm

One Stroke Painting – If you want to learn how to paint and you have never painted before One Stroke is a great place to start.

www.dewberrycrafts.com

Everything Crafting

The Hive – I just love the Hive.

http://creatingthehive.com/

Post your comments and include your favorite web spots!

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Misc. Paintings

April 16, 2011 by Administrator

I paint almost everyday. If I don’t paint I may knit, crochet, tangle or draw. Here are some misc. projects I have done recently.

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Tell me your story….

April 6, 2011 by Administrator

Art and crafting have brought me so much! Being able to complete a craft project enhances my self confidence and problem solving skills. Moreover it is just plain fun!

Crafting and painting has helped me though some tough times also. I have often told the story about caring for my disabled son. At that time I was a divorced parent. I felt very isolated. Learning new crafts and painting helped me through this tough time. I can name other tough times in my life when I was helped by the creative process.

I really enjoy learning a new craft. I don’t have to become great, it’s just the joy of fininshing the first small project. I enjoy sharing in groups or classes as I learn. I have met really great people in crafting and painting classes/groups.