Communion & Creativity
The word/idea “communion” keeps coming up for me recently. I think that is a big part of why/how/where I create from… a root. Though I didn’t necessarily realize it or intend it years ago, I can see that is a … Continued
The Wind of Change
Take me to the Magic of the Moment… on the Wind of Change. This has been the theme song for this new painting! She has taken me on quite a journey and has so much to say. She also insisted … Continued
Oh, Oh, Listen to the Music…
Do a little dance, make a little love, and sing with me! 🙂 So many great songs have been playing in my head while putting together the June 2016 Thrivival offering about “Oran Mor”, Celtic for “The Great Song.” Yes, I’ve been listening, … Continued
Art of Gratitude * Featured Artist Interview * Julia Osterc, moi ;)
So thrilled to be Celebrating Life & the Art of Gratitude with 8 other lovely artists. “The grateful heart sits at a continuous feast.” – Proverbs I’ll be featuring an interview and info about each artist’s creative projects leading up … Continued
Learning to speak
What is art? To me, it is a kind of soul language, a form of communication. How we live is an art form in itself and is certainly a form of expression/communication. How we speak verbally is part of how … Continued
Love Within
Sharing the story (and hence, part of my story) of one of my paintings from the Bloom True class. I’m calling this painting “Love Within”. It’s not quite done, but the last official class lesson was today and the assignment … Continued
Celebrating Loved Ones – All Souls' Day/Dia de los Muertos
The idea of taking a day to celebrate the dead, our loved ones, touches my heart and the approach as a festive celebration warms my soul. I am new to celebrating/acknowledging All Souls’ Day and the Day of the Dead. … Continued
Breathing in trust – Art 101 Week 9.5
Do you know the song “Breathe” by Faith Hill? I’ve had my own version in my head this week to that tune… singing and repeating “Just trust” as I play in my art room (really the basement!). The word/idea/concept of “trust” … Continued
Go Your Own Way
Art keeps mending, healing, growing, and lifting this heart! Learning to go my own way… <3 Thanks again to Tamara LaPorte for the awesome (and free) art, heart, & healing course!! I’m finally up to the whimsy girls part of week 2. I made 2 … Continued