The Pitfalls of Surprise Etsy Packages

I think everyone will agree, there is just nothing better than a good old-fashioned snail mail parcel. Wrapped up in that manilla envelope or cardboard box is more than just the object of your anticipation, especially if the goody is a gift from someone who knows you well. Contained in those amazing little parcels are [...]

Talent in the Bluegrass

I have been busy for the month of April, as most of you know, moving from one house to another and it has been a while since I posted. I am taking time now to say we are moved and loving our new rural farm-house. I want to write more and post pictures soon. This [...]

Plans (Note: don’t mind my bumbling in the dark.:D)

As many of you know, I have been marketing and selling my art work for about a year now. I have been amazed, excited, and humbled by how well I’ve done, all things considered. It started as a hobby and now I am seriously researching the development of my business. How hard can that be? [...]

The Method In The Madness

 From the time I was very little I have always been artistically creative. I loved to draw and paint and play with play dough and clay. Art class was my favorite class in school and I got merit ribbons at the end of every school year for my achievements and progress. I did not think of it [...]

Finding Myself

I am in the process of finding my style as an artist and experimenting with different techniques. You would not believe how hard it is to clear your mind of any idea or preconceived notion of what is acceptable and just paint. Blank canvas, emotion, – paint! I believe it is necessary for me to do [...]

Answering the Call

 It never ceases to amaze me how creativity flows from an individual’s soul as if controlled by some other force.  I have many forms of creative expression that I’m familiar with. I paint, sing, play piano, write poetry and prose, garden, and just create in general when ever the moment presents itself. It just bubbles [...]

In Living Color

 As an artist, I work with color on a regular basis. I mix colors, I know what combinations of colors make different shades of the same color or a new color altogether. I love color.  When I sit down in front of a blank canvas, I first envision a rough draft if you will. I [...]