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  • Roses-Paint So You Can Paint

    In the last project I went through a lot of layers. I like the color. Then I didn’t like the texture. I needed more contrast. On and on it went. Today, I painted a floral arrangement in 15 minutes. I’ve got to paint so I can paint right? Every day I plan on painting something…

  • Roses? Not today.

    I know that I want to paint a roses book. That is the plan. Problem is I like all flowers. I’m enjoying roses. This year, not sure if it’s only me, but the roses are big and in such wonderful colors. Seeing these roses brings me peace and allows me to enjoy the moment. You…

  • Roses-Let the Roses Fun Begin!

    I have been painting a lot! There’s layers and layers on this painting. I believe I have the process pictures of these projects. I’ll create an idea pin. I’m going to create a video of my favorite journal entries too. I’m almost done with my journal. What can I say. I like the exploration. I…

  • Pink Roses-Liquitex Hard Body Paint Part 3

    The Quinacridone Crimson is a pink red. This flower arrangement makes me think of Strawberry Shortcake. I went through many layers for the vase and background. I thought of my students who were given paint and a brush. They just painted. It was beautiful! I like where my work is going. I find myself breathing…

  • How I feel right now

    I’ve been working on new work. This quote is exactly how I feel. When you say”yes” to the “isness” of life, when you accept this moment as it is, you can feel a sense of spaciousness within you that is deeply peaceful.” Eckhart Tolle

  • Review of Liqitex Heavy Body Primary Set Part 2

    There’s this artist who is all about mixing on the page to see what happens. Why swatch and mix on a palette when you can paint. I agree! The flower painting on the left was done with mixing white. Mixing white preserves more of the color. The blue is brighter. I like the blending I…