Tag Archives: Abstract Art

Thoughtful Thursday Words of Wisdom

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I’m an avid collector of inspiring quotes and found these beautiful words by Maya Angelou and thought I’d share them with you. They’re featured on one of my abstract watercolor paintings:

“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” ~Maya Angelou

A gentle reminder to treat others with simple gestures of kindness and touch their heart.

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Studio Update – New Abstract

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I hope your weekend is off to a good start! This is the 16×20 inch abstract painting I’ve been working on in the studio. It’s easy to overwork a painting, always thinking it needs more but I’m calling this one finished.

This painting is a stunning piece with lots of texture plus fun splashes and drips of colors. There are a lot of layers which peek through in different places making it all the more interesting. It has a very happy and uplifting vibe to it.

Now the real fun begins, I need a name for it but I’m coming up empty handed. Would love to know what you see and/or feel when you look at this painting so I can give it a title😊

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“A true artist is not one who is inspired, but one who inspires others.” ~Salvador Dali

Studio Update – Expressions of Love

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I’ve been working on creating a new design for the Expressions of Love Collection and this is what I came up with. It’s an organic design with beautiful hearts, outlined in glistening gold. I collaged a paper doily to the background for a bit of romance and it can be seen on each heart.

These 3 paintings were created on 1.5 inch thick canvases making them ideal as a shelf sitter and the perfect décor for a desk, shelf or counter. Plus they can also be hung on the wall. They will all be up in my Etsy Shop by the end of this weekend.

Below is a time lapse process video of me painting a layer on the Rose Pink Heart. I’m working on getting over my camera shyness 😅

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“My goal as an artist is to create art that makes people look at the world in a different way.” ~Autumn de Forest

Studio Update

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I’m starting a new practice this year. I’m playing with different color combinations and various mediums on 9×12″ watercolor paper. After the painting is done I’ll add notes on the back of what I did, the colors and mediums I used and what I discovered about the process.

This abstract was made with watercolors, acrylic paints and inks, alcohol inks and pen. I was very happy with this color combination, it turned out pretty nice. What’s making me laugh though, is how everyone sees something totally different.

What do you see in this painting?

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“Art is the only serious thing in the world. And the artist is the only person who is never serious.” ~Oscar Wilde

Simplest Things Journal

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I added a few new pages to my Simplest Things Journal before taking my break. I had 4 similar tiles and wanted to make them a home in my journal. These first two were quite interesting. I kept waffling the idea of merging the two designs, I twirled and flipped and flipped and twirled the tiles until I came up with this layout.

I ended up extending the patterns from the tiles into the journal to make them look like they merged into one. I thought it turned out pretty cool looking. So I did a similar design with the next two tiles shown below. Although these two weren’t merging I extended the design from the tiles into the journal. Plus I didn’t want to cover up all the sparkly glitter ✨

Well I’m off taking and taking a much needed break but I’ll be back after the holidays.

Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and all the Best for the coming New Year!!! Thank you so much for your love support, it means the world to me!!!

Lots of hugs,

Maria

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Thoughtful Thursday Words of Wisdom

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As you know I’m a collector of inspiring quotes and came across this quote by Marilyn Monroe which is featured on one of my watercolor art journaling pages. It’s a gentle reminder to be true to yourself and be uniquely you as only you can be!

“Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius and it’s better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring.” ~Marilyn Monroe

Don’t forget there’s still time to take advantage of the Exclusive Sale going on now my Etsy Shop, just enter code MERRY25 at checkout to receive 25% Off Original Paintings and Christmas Ornaments (Sale ends 12/15 at midnight).

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Shop Update

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This weekend I will be taking an official break and enjoying the holidays with family and friends.

The Exclusive Sale just for my subscribers has been extended until this Friday, at midnight. So if you haven’t had the chance, make sure to hop over to my Etsy Shop and Give a Gift that Inspires!

Get 25% Off Original Paintings and Christmas Ornaments (Enter code MERRY25 at checkout!!)

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Shop Update

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This is the latest addition to my Etsy Shop, ‘Creating Memories’ (pictured above). This fun whimsical ornament is painted on a 3×4 inch canvas and is hung with silver ribbon. It’s a happy uplifting painting.

Just a reminder for all my subscribers, make sure to stop by my Etsy Shop and get 25% Off Original Paintings and Christmas Ornaments. Just enter code MERRY25 at checkout to receive 25% Off your Total Purchase!! Don’t Delay, Sale ends 12/7/2023!!

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Studio Update

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I’m working on finishing the last of the ornaments and getting them into my Etsy Shop. The latest addition is ‘Home Sweet Home’ (pictured above). This was painted on a 3×4 inch canvas and is hung with ribbon. It’s a very happy painting and is one of my favorites.

I also recently added ‘Baby it’s cold outside!’ shown in the video below. This ornament is painted on a 4×4 inch canvas with an adorable little snowman just outside the door⛄

I’ll let you know when I add more but these are included in the ongoing sale.

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Both ornaments, “Making Spirits Bright” and “The Wonder of Christmas” are now available in my Etsy Shop if you’re interested. Stay tuned for more details on an Exclusive Offer which will be announced here and available only to you!

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Shop Update – New Photos Available

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I’ve been busy working behind the scenes in my Etsy Shop. The latest update is that I’ve added 2 new photos to the shop. A beautiful mountain view photographed in Shenandoah National Park, Virginia and a stunning close up of a Sunflower Bloom.

Don’t forget, there’s still time to take advantage of the “Exclusive” Sale available only to my loyal subscribers. Original Paintings and Christmas Ornaments are on Sale until 12/6/23! Just enter code MERRY25 at checkout and receive 25% Off your Purchase.

Thanks for your support!!

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