« Growth is the only evidence of life » ~ John Henry Newmon February is here, and I'm a bit behind. I had to postpone my Day 30 and 31 to work on a private commission with a looming deadline. I didn’t like breaking up with my January Challenge for this, but business called. On a brighter … Continue reading Day 30 and 31
That thing that you’d like to do…go do it! Flying high, 8x8 acrylic on plywood
Le temps s’arrête La vie se tait Une place pour l’âme D’être en paix Summer, 8x8 acrylic on canvas Do you have a place where you can go, and just BE?
I forgot to post my 27th painting yesterday. It was more of a “going through the motion” day. Not that I wasn’t inspired to paint, but I wanted to get the piece done quick. I didn’t really have a subject or reference in mind. So i asked my bf: What should I paint today?Without hesitation, … Continue reading Day 27- Upward Bound
"Laugh often, smile always, and let life's challenges make you stronger." - Unknown Above all…. laughter is the best medicine, isn’t it? I am very fortunate that I am sharing my life with a guy who makes me laugh…every… single… day. Never a dull moment in this relationship. The best medicine , 8x8, acrylic on … Continue reading Day 26: Laughter is the best medicine
"A hug is a handshake from the heart." - Unknown What's better than hugging trees? (If you missed it, check out my painting from day 8th!) For me, one of the best feelings in the world is sharing a warm, genuine hug with someone. There's something special about a real hug – the kind that's … Continue reading Day 25-Spread Love and Kindness -one Hug at a Time
A glow that pierces through the darkness illuminating the path forward. A reminder that better days are ahead and our struggles are temporary. Ray of Hope, 8x8 acrylic on canvas. I think i’m just going through the motion of doing a painting a day today. A little tired. Seven days left in January… that’s my … Continue reading Day 24- Ray of Hope
Day 23- Leap of Faith If I received a medal for every leap of faith I've taken in my life, I'd have a whole trophy case by now. I've always followed my heart, jumped into the unknown, and trusted that everything would work out for the best. To name a few, here are a few … Continue reading Day 23- Leap of Faith
Throwing 2 posts in a day here. These 31 in 31 paintings in January is a fun challenge but the blog and posts on social medias are time consuming. I’m a very slow writer- ask my bf!! This one I cheated… read on to see why. I originally thought I‘d paint the idiomatic expression of … Continue reading Day 22- Balancing Act- AI insights into my latest painting
"The truth is not for all men, but only for those who seek it." - Albert Camus Ok, I’m really having fun with these “symbolism art”, if I call it that. Yesterday, we reflected on our fears or challenges that we might be “sitting on” and not dealing with. So today I thought, ok, lets … Continue reading Day 21- Opening the box
