We’ve had the first hard frost of the season here in the southern Blue Ridge mountains. Thus, the trees are baring the beauty of their branches (one of my favorite things to paint during the Inktastic Art Adventures). Serendipitously, I found a … Continued
Years ago, I imagined and painted a gathering of creative women who cheer one another on and appreciate each other’s presence. I painted over collaged images with women of all different colors, shapes, and ages doing various things like singing, … Continued
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
There is a special kind of magic and medicine in the gathering of women who choose to support one another and grow together. I’m grateful for these experiences and learning how to host them from an amazing artist, Alena Hennessy, … Continued
As Winter Solstice approaches, it’s a great time to get cozy with wonderful books and art supplies and spend time with kids… even if that’s the child within us! 🙂 I love children’s books any time of year, but the holidays … Continued
Magic… that’s what the creative process often feels like to me! This painting has taken me on such a journey into the mystic, which was a favorite song to dance to with my mom. Serendipity finds me again as this … Continued
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
If I build it, will they come? I had to know. I had to listen to the dream and calling in my heart and give it my best. At least, I wouldn’t regret not trusting the whispers of my heart and … Continued
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
Art (& play!) on the road… travels to visit family in TN last week and FL now (see pictures below). As good ole Willie Nelson plays through my head, I’ve finally found enough time to write about the last week and … Continued