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Shop Vibrant Mini Abstract Art for Joyful Home Decor

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I’m so excited to share something new with you today—my latest mini abstract painting is now available in my Etsy Shop!

This mini 3×5-inch treasure is packed with personality. Its textured background is alive with vibrant pink, white, and beige acrylics, while blue, purple, and gold accents add pops of interest and depth. And of course, I couldn’t resist a bit of glitter to sprinkle in some extra magic! ✨

Whether you’re looking for a cheerful touch for a cozy corner or a unique, handmade gift for someone special, this little gem is designed to bring warmth and joy.

What’s the tiniest piece of art you’ve ever created? I’d love to hear all about it! Share your story in the comments—I’m always inspired by the creative ways we bring art into our lives and spaces.

Thank you for being such an important part of my creative journey—your encouragement and support truly mean the world to me! I hope this mini burst of happiness brings a spark of joy to your day.

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Overcoming Creative Overwhelm: Focus on One Project

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Do you ever have so many things on your “to-do” list that it feels overwhelming, and you’re not quite sure where to start? That’s me right now! My studio is buzzing with projects and ideas—more than I can count! But with so much going on, I’m reminding myself to focus on one thing at a time so I can actually get things done.

Today, I’m excited to share one of those “one things” with you: a brand-new mini abstract painting heading to my Flowing Waters Art Shop on Etsy! This tiny treasure is 3×4 inches of vibrant color and joy. I created it using acrylic paints in playful shades of pink, white, and purple, with blue and silver accents. And, of course, I couldn’t resist adding a sprinkle of glitter for that extra bit of sparkly magic.

It’s a little burst of happiness, perfect for a cozy corner of your space or as a unique, handmade gift.

Oh! And if you love mini artwork, keep an eye out—I’ll be adding two more pieces soon: one slightly bigger at 3×5 inches and another at 5×7 inches. I can’t wait to show you!

For now, I’m off to tackle my next project (one step at a time). How about you? Do you ever feel stuck when your to-do list gets too long? I’d love to hear how you handle it—share your tips or funny stories in the comments! And I hope this little painting brings a spark of joy to your day—thanks for being part of my creative journey!

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Finding Inspiration: My Angel Painting Journey

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  • My inspiration which led to this…….

Inspiration can strike when you least expect it, and often in the most delightful places. During a visit to Naples on the West Coast of Florida, I stumbled upon a charming angel in a quaint little shop, and it was love at first sight. Standing 20 inches tall, she now graces my home year-round, serving as a constant reminder of that beautiful day—and she ended up sparking the idea for my latest painting!

This whimsical piece was created on a 4×6-inch canvas panel using acrylic paints. For her dress, I was inspired by the patterns on the Naples angel, and I decided to add my own playful twist. Using a white Posca pen, I adorned her dress with intricate designs that have quickly become one of the highlights of the piece for me. To finish it off, I added a meaningful quote: “may peace and love always have a home in your heart.”

I hope this painting—and the story behind it—encourages you to find joy in your own creative journey. Take a moment today to pick up your brushes, pens, or whatever inspires you, and create something that brings you joy.

Wishing you a wonderful weekend filled with inspiration! Thank you so much for stopping by!

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Shop Update – Garden Memories Floral Abstract

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Growing up, my dad grew the most beautiful roses in his garden, where I’d wander among the breathtaking blooms and revel in their beauty. Inspired by those special moments, “Garden Memories” is a captivating 16×20 inch Modern Floral Abstract Painting.

This piece brings the timeless allure of a rose garden into your home, adding a touch of sophistication to any room with its vibrant, modern aesthetic. Whether as a cherished addition to your collection or a thoughtful gift, don’t miss the chance to bring the tranquility of a rose garden into your home.

“Garden Memories” is available in my Etsy Shop (if interested) ✨

I hope this painting brightens your day and sparks your creativity. Thank you for stopping by!

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“We can complain because rose bushes have thorns, or rejoice because thorn bushes have roses.” ~ Alphonse Karr

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Studio Update – Online Class

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This week I’ve been busy working on a new abstract plus I’m enrolled in an online course called Birdsong & Blossom by Lindsay Green a very talented floral artist in Northern Ireland.

These birds were a warm up exercise for the class and I wasn’t crazy about them at first but I kept my faith and found it amusing how one by one, each bird took on it’s own unique personality. By the time I finished I was in love with them and thought they turned out pretty cute 😊 So stay tuned as I’ll be posting the finished painting shortly.

I recommend hopping over to Lindsay Green’s website and browsing her art and online classes. You can also find her on Instagram at @lynsaygreenart.

Hope you’re having a fantastic weekend, thanks for stopping by!!

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“Every artist dips his brush into his soul and paints his own nature into his paintings.” ~Henry Ward Beecher

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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 😅

Thanks for stopping by, have a fantastic weekend!!

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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?

Have an amazing day!!

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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

Studio Update

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I wanted to give you a little update on what I’m working on in the studio. I thought I should get a head start on making mini Christmas ornaments. I have some fun ideas and can’t wait to get these all going. I have the abstract, shown above that I’m working on. It’s a soft and dreamy painting with the feeling of flowers. Plus I have another larger abstract, shown below also in the works. Let’s see where these paintings go😊

What is really exciting me at this moment is I’m finally seeing a shift in the daily shadows in my yard which means cooler weather is coming, yay!! This was a scorching hot summer and I’m ready for fall with the official first day on September 23rd. How’s your weather been lately?

Hope you enjoyed your holiday weekend, thanks for stopping by!!

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“Make visible what, without you, might perhaps never have been seen.” ~Robert Bresson

Crescendo Abstract Painting

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I wanted to share with you my latest 16×20″ abstract painting titled “Crescendo.” I like to think of this as a reminder to go for your dreams and reach for the stars. Never give up and keep climbing to the top. Set your goals high and climb, climb, climb till you reach them!!

Hope this makes you happy and inspires you to create today. Thanks for stopping by!!!

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“The best view come after the hardest climb.” Unknown

Rose Mini Canvases

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Laly Mille’s online course, “Wild Roses” has rekindled my love for painting roses. So I decided I would work on two 4×4 canvases and paint a single rose on each one. These canvases have lots of layers. I thought of creating the usual layer of texture like I’ve done on my other paintings but that didn’t feel right. So I opted for lace doilies and tissue paper for a more romantic feel.

These paintings aren’t finished yet as there are still more layers to go. It takes a bit of time creating the layers but it’s so much fun. So stay tuned and let’s see where these go…

Hope this inspires you to create today, thanks for stopping by!!!

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