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Nebula Art Journaling
I’m having fun playing with my watercolors and trying new things like this nebula which I painted in my 5.5″ x 8″ Strathmore Watercolor Journal. The picture below was the start of my inspiration but then there were quite a … Continue reading
Thoughtful Thursday Scary Truth about Rabies Vaccine
I was horrified when I found out the adverse affects of rabies vaccine on my girls. Most vets give you the option of a 1 year or 3 year rabies vaccine. The majority of pet owners opt for the 1 … Continue reading
Summer’s Simple Pleasures Art Journal Pages
I really liked these images I found in an old Romantic Homes magazine and thought they’d make an interesting summer journal layout. I painted the background with acrylic paint and added pieces of a paper doily, punched butterflies, glitter, doodles … Continue reading
Night Sky Art Journal
On my walks, I’m finding myself studying the clouds more than usual. When I was a kid I used to love using my imagination to see what figures and shapes I would find in the clouds. It was a lot … Continue reading
Thoughtful Thursday Finding your Purpose
It seems that as human beings we are on a perpetual path of finding our purpose. Why am I here is a very big and important question we ask ourselves. Yet some of us feel the search is pointless because … Continue reading
Determination Abstract
I finished my latest abstract, Determination, which we all need more of at times. I love this quote by Zig Ziglar: “I believe success is achieved by ordinary people with extraordinary determination.” This painting was created on an 8×8 inch … Continue reading
Thoughtful Thursday Sound
Your body is made up of 70% water making it a great conductor for sound. Different sounds can affect the body in a positive or negative way. It can affect our moods and emotions. It can even transport us to … Continue reading
Motivational Quote by Brendon Burchard
I thought I’d share a motivational quote with you today by Brendon Burchard on one of my abstract paintings: “The ultimate secret to growth is finding something worth fighting for.” His words ring true. If you don’t feel strongly about … Continue reading
Fluffy Clouds Art Journaling
I’m having a bit of fun learning to paint fluffy clouds with watercolor paints and gouache. This was my first try. It took quite a few layers and I kept switching brushes because I wasn’t happy with the result. I … Continue reading
Thoughtful Thursday Amethyst Crystals
Amethyst is from Greek which means unintoxicating. This crystal belongs to the Quartz family and is associated with the Crown Chakra. A fun fact, in ancient times these crystals were made into wine cups because people believed these crystals would … Continue reading
Tony Robbins Quote
I thought I’d share a good quote today by Tony Robbins in one of my paintings: “The only impossible journey is the one you never begin.” There are so many things we’d like to go for, but we think it’s … Continue reading
Amazing Life Journal Pages
I love the ocean and enjoy spending lots of time on the beach. I lounge on the shore completely immersing my mind, body and soul in the ebb and flow of the waves. It’s a reset for me. This was … Continue reading
Thoughtful Thursday Energy Flow
I’m making some changes in my home, including my studio. I normally don’t like change because it takes me out of my rhythm. But one good thing that’s coming out of the chaos is it’s forcing me to declutter. We … Continue reading
Angel Althea Healing Angel
Sometimes we all need a bit of healing energy. The name Althea is of Latin origin and means healer and this angel fully embodies that energy. I made her for someone in need of healing. If interested, you can purchase … Continue reading
Memorial Day
With deepest gratitude for all who served in our military and gave their lives protecting our great nation and our freedom and to those who fight for us today. From the bottom of my heart, Thank You 💖⠀Have a safe … Continue reading
Thoughtful Thursday Responsibility
This is a tough one today because it’s something that the majority of us don’t want to admit to. Responsibility is defined as the state of being morally, legally or mentally accountable. Many go through life playing the blame game. … Continue reading
Alcohol Ink Bookmarks
Being a bookworm, I love coming up with new ideas for bookmarks. These are two bookmarks I made using alcohol inks in bright, fun cheerful colors. They’re made with layers of heavy cardstock, stamped and punched images plus lots of … Continue reading
Sunshine Abstract Painting
We all need a little Sunshine in our lives. I wanted to create something bright, cheery and full of sunshine. So I thought I’d try something new with this painting and I started by collaging pieces of torn paper from … Continue reading
Thoughtful Thursday Mark Twain Famous Quote
Trying to find new ways to be creative with my art so I added an inspiring quote by Mark Twain to one of my paintings: “Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do … Continue reading
Welcome Rosie
Chanel our cocker spaniel was pretty sad when Cocoa passed away last summer. She got her happiness back to a certain extent but not like when Cocoa was here. So we’ve been waffling the idea of getting a new pup. … Continue reading
Alcohol Ink Cards
As most of you know, I love color. Bright, fun happy colors. I’ve tried creating art with more subdued colors but they just make me sad, so inevitably I brighten them up. It’s stronger than me 😂 On one of … Continue reading
Thoughtful Thursday Social Interaction
I walk about 2.5 miles a day, 6 days a week. On some days I walk by the kids waiting for the school bus. It didn’t dawn at me at first but then I noticed something odd. It was super … Continue reading
It’s a Party! Contemporary Abstract Painting
This is my latest abstract, It’s a Party! Painted in vibrant hues of pink and purple with splashes of blue on an 11×14 inch stretched canvas. Plus lots of texture and a bit of glitter for bling. If interested, It’s … Continue reading
A New Day Abstract Painting
No matter how tough a day may be, tomorrow there’s always a new day filled with love and positive energy. But it’s up to you. This is my newest abstract painting, A New Day. It’s painted on a 8×8 inch … Continue reading
New Notecards
More exciting news, now available in my Etsy Shop, set of 3 Beach notecards with envelopes. These are also blank inside making them perfect to send warm wishes to someone special. Whether they’re well wishes, birthday or uplifting words of … Continue reading
Jubilee Abstract Painting
Everyday should be a joyful celebration of life. This is my newest abstract painting, Jubilee. It’s painted on a 6×6 inch wood panel in vibrant hues of pink, purple, white and splashes of silver. It has lots of texture and … Continue reading
Thoughtful Thursday The Road to Happiness
It seems that most of us are in a perpetual state of searching for happiness. If I only had that car, owned that house, had more money I’d be happy. But is this truly what happiness is? For some, the … Continue reading
New Notecards
Very excited to share a new item with you available in my Etsy Shop, set of 3 Angel notecards with envelopes. They’re perfect to send warm wishes to someone special. Whether they need well wishes, birthday or uplifting words of … Continue reading
Echoes of Mercy Angel Journal Pages
I bought these embossed angel images on Etsy from a shop called Scrapaplenty. They’re made in Germany and are quite beautiful. I fell in love with them because they remind me of the vintage images used in cards from long … Continue reading
Flash Sale in my Etsy Shop
Just a quick note to let you know there’s a Flash Sale going on in my Etsy Shop today and tomorrow. Mother’s Day is only 17 days away and there’s lots of nice gifts available. So hop on over and … Continue reading
Thoughtful Thursday – Mandala
Mandala is from the ancient Sanskrit language which means circle. It’s normally depicted as a geometric design representing different aspects of the universe. In Asian cultures it is a spiritual and ritual symbol used in prayer and meditation. I have … Continue reading
Find Your Passion Journal Page
This is a whimsical zentangle journal page I created in my Strathmore 6×12″ watercolor journal, Find your passion… With the odd size, it’s always a challenge creating in the journal but that’s what makes it so much fun! I painted … Continue reading
Celebrate Flower Painting
Everyone needs to Celebrate the wins in life. Whether you’re cheering on a friend or you’re simply happy to have reached your goal. Big or small, they deserve recognition and so do you! This painting was created with lots of … Continue reading
Thoughtful Thursday Tamanu Oil
I got an order in from Shea Terra Oragnics and in that package I received a sample of tamanu oil. I had never heard of it before so I decided to do a little research. Tamanu oil is made from … Continue reading
Home is Where the Heart Is Art Journaling
This was a fun and whimsical zentangle design I created with alcohol ink markers, Home is Where the Heart is. Sometimes it’s just so much fun to let go and draw whatever comes to your mind! This was created on … Continue reading
Courage – She Blooms in Ink
This is another painting I created in my Strathmore 11″ x 14″ Watercolor Journal. She was part of the online course from “She Blooms in Ink” taught by the very talented artist, Tamara Laporte at Willowing.org. The quote reads “Be brave, … Continue reading
Thoughtful Thursday Juicing
Most of us abuse our bodies for years with bad eating habits before an illness shows up. Once it does we chalk it up to “it’s a part of aging.” But I highly disagree. I’ve seen friends and family make … Continue reading
Imagination Abstract Painting
Imagination is the beginning of all great things. Albert Einstein is quoted as saying “Imagination is more important than knowledge.” Where would we be today if we didn’t use our imagination? This is my newest abstract painting, Imagination. It’s painted … Continue reading
Rise Above Abstract Painting
This is my newest abstract painting, Rise Above. I tried something new and painted this on a 10×10 inch wood panel instead of a stretched canvas. It had pros and cons but overall I liked using it a lot. It’s … Continue reading
Thoughtful Thursday April Fools’ Day
April usually marks the beginning of Spring but this Friday is April 1st also known as April Fools’ Day. It has been the day of countless practical jokes. Some funny and some not so funny especially if the joke’s on … Continue reading
Impossible to Fail Journal Pages
I had some leftover paint from one of my paintings and didn’t want to waste it so I used it in my Strathmore 5.5″ x 8″ Mixed Media Journal. I tried a new face stencil by Jane Davenport and loved … Continue reading
Flourish Painting
I started this painting with something completely different in mind but couldn’t stop thinking about beautiful blooms. So here it is, Flourish. It’s painted on a 10×10 inch canvas with vibrant and happy colors of blue and pink. It has … Continue reading
Thoughtful Thursday Rosemary
Rosemary, native to the Mediterranean, has been used for centuries as one of the most popular aromatic healing herbs. My dad used to rub rosemary on his arms in the summer to keep mosquitos away. At first I found it … Continue reading
Bloom
I finished my second painting in this series, Bloom. It’s painted on a 11×14 inch canvas with bright happy spring colors and lots of texture. Plus a little bit of glitter for spring magic. Bloom is available in my Etsy shop. I … Continue reading
Abstract Painting Spring has Sprung
This is my first finished painting in this series. It’s painted on a 9×12 inch canvas with bright fun colors and lots of texture, ready for spring! It’s available for purchase in my Etsy shop. I have more coming so … Continue reading
Thoughtful Thursday Uniquely You
There are 7.9 billion people living on our beautiful planet. Out of those 7.9 billion, there is only 1 UNIQUE You! I’m currently reading the “The Inflammation Spectrum” by Dr. Will Cole and to be honest, I never realized how … Continue reading
Make a New Ending Journal Pages
I was playing with my paints and wanted to try a new color combination. I loved how the background turned out so I started working on 2 canvases. Stay tuned for those. I just got some new artsy ephemera in … Continue reading
Beauty of Dreams Art Journal Page
Thought I’d have a bit of fun in my Strathmore Mixed Media 9″ x 12″ Journal. I painted her in watercolor paints but with a limited palette of 3 colors. I added a quote by Eleanor Roosevelt which reads “The … Continue reading
Thoughtful Thursday Back to Basics
I love listening to Earl Nightingale’s coaching session called “The Strangest Secret” which can be found on YouTube. There’s also a book on Amazon. This was the first life coaching session that was ever recorded back in 1956. I’ve listened to it countless … Continue reading
She Wore Flowers in Her Hair Art Journal Page
I came across my Strathmore 6″ x 12″ watercolor journal and because of it’s size it’s a bit more challenging to create in but I thought it would be fun. I just finished her last night and found the quote … Continue reading
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Spring Tea Cup Art Journaling
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I painted this little spring tea cup birdie to add to my Jodi Ohl Color Lovers Challenge journal. For the color challenge she hosted last year I used a canvas for the Spring prompt but held this spot in my journal to come back to later.
This tea cup design was created by a talented watercolor artist Lori May. I have a larger version of this painting but I liked it a lot and thought it would go well for the spring prompt. I added a quote from Henry Wadsworth Longfellow that reads “Came the spring with all its splendor. All its birds and all its blossoms. All its flowers and leaves and grasses.”
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