Favorite Art Journaling Books

Art journaling was a bridge to the intuitive art that I make and the playful, inquisitive process that I share in courses now. Fifteen years ago, I became a mom to significantly premature twin babies who needed “life support” to grow. … Continued

Zen Full

  We had a refreshing cool evening last night. So, my husband and I sat outside in the moon shine for a while, and wow, the full moon energy has sure been flowing through me in a zen like way … Continued

Wonderful & Weird Wandering

Into the Wonder…. that’s where I often wander. It’s been a long, circular sort of journey through life to ‘middle age’ to return to an attitude/approach that embraces curiosity looking through eyes of wonder amidst the great mystery of life… coming … Continued

Mother Home

Home, Sweet Home… Mother Earth… Pachamama. May we all feel at home where ever we may roam. ♡ ‘Home’ card from ‘Soul Songs’ Inspiration Card Deck We’ve just arrived ‘home’ after a long family road trip (to Canada & Maine) with … Continued

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

Wanderlost

This “Wanderlost” mixed media painting is another collaboration with artist Judith Schaller from Germany. The painting Judith sent reminded me of an exotic city. The image below is what it looked like when Judith sent it to me before I started … Continued

Weaving Inspiration & Instinct

Do you have ways that you explore within and then express what you discover? I’ve been weaving together inspiration & instinct through collage, collaboration, and art to create this mixed media painting called “Flowering Weaver.” I hadn’t intended it to coincide … Continued

Playful Art Journaling & Self Discovery Invitation

Oh, it feels good to play! ♡♡♡ I prefer the idea that “Play makes Possible” as a twist on the old “practice makes perfect.” Approaching art (and life!) from a place of play has really helped me to open up, … Continued

June Solstice Thrive True E-Zine Gift

☆ Sweet Solstice and Fabulous Full Moon Blessings to You! ☆ The second free thrive true seasonal e-zine (digital magazine) gift is now available at thrivetrue.com/ezine! I sure hope you enjoy it. I’d be delighted if you choose to share it, too!  I am so very grateful … Continued