Good Morning! With so much news to share, its been really challenging for me to choose which topic to begin with since my return from summer break. Summer Summer? Yes, well, it is a wild and wet, brisk, winter here in Perth. Refreshing, shall we say. But it is summer, in Seattle. TheContinue reading “Summer Retreat”
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Sunshine and Roses
Bright and Summery. Who can resist roses with their beguiling perfume and lovely colored petals? They have a way about them, don’t they? With them…. its all sunshine and roses. Even though I now have a most delightful rose garden, I still get ‘inspiration’ elsewhere.Continue reading “Sunshine and Roses”
Summer
The word, “Summer” conjures up a myriad of thoughts, ideas, feelings. Fun. “Summer” It might evoke thoughts of …… By gone days. Picnics in the past, spent under a shady tree while the warm breeze rustles the sun dappled leaves. Or in the cool peaceful breeze of the patio. For the underContinue reading “Summer”
How Much Do You Paint?
“No, I don’t really paint, as much as I used to do, ” was my response the other day. I wished I’d had a camera to capture all those expressions from my group, right then! You could see a million things running through their minds. Shock. Say it isn’t so. How is that, possible? But….Continue reading “How Much Do You Paint?”
Florals for May Day
The first day of May always brings a smile to my face! As a kid, in the green but rainy Pacific NW, that was the day that heralded …. Spring. Florals May 1….. It was my non-official day to get outside and find Spring flowers around the gardens. I’d dash out in betweenContinue reading “Florals for May Day”
A Simple Pleasure, the flower
The taste of a petal upon the morning breeze. A simple pleasure, really. Change of Plans I’d planned to write up a post on cold wax today; showing you a fantastic book I’ve read. Plus a few art samples. My heart just wasn’t there. I needed a zen stroll. But, IContinue reading “A Simple Pleasure, the flower”
Lovely Orchid Art
The colors of an orchid, delighting the artist within. The lasting after effects of Valentine’s Day. Its color, that touches the artist’s soul… more so, than chocolates. In Love With Orchids Orchids represent: beauty, peace, strength, elegance, perfection. Due to their symmetry, and the straight lines on their petals, orchidsContinue reading “Lovely Orchid Art”
Finding Art… in Singapore
Where might you see art in Singapore? Two words…. “its everywhere!” I didn’t expect fascinating art creations, sculptures, installations, etc. to literally be around each street corner in Singapore. That was, A Surprise. It was fun, to see artsy things pop up around pretty much where ever I looked. Art SingaporeContinue reading “Finding Art… in Singapore”
Walk on the Calm Side: 55 minutes
I pulled over into the nature reserve’s parking bay. Quickly glancing down at my watch, 7:08 am, (just double checking.) Mentally going through my morning checklist. Organising the sequence of events. Wondering if I, really, should be taking this time. Should I, be using this time to enjoy, a short walk on the calm side.Continue reading “Walk on the Calm Side: 55 minutes”
Watercolor …. daydreams II
It gets challenging around this time of year. Finding exciting new “titles” and whipping up spiffy new art designs. When, we are all, juggling 3 too many tasks as it is! So. I guess, we’re stuck with this title. But, I promise, to do better. Next Time!! Watercolor DayDreams Watercolor paintings inspiredContinue reading “Watercolor …. daydreams II”
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