art journal

the art journal blog of an expressionistic artist who paints the way nature makes her feel.

  • The Joys of A Small Sketchbook

    It is always simple doodles like these that remind me of what I want to do every day and forever! I painted my Hyacinths by mixing blue and magenta in various amounts to get those blue, pink, and purple spots.… Continue reading

    The Joys of A Small Sketchbook
  • What is the Lastest Thing That I Have Learned?

    This is a WordPress daily prompt, and immediately, I have an answer. I was wandering around today in a big city. It is a place I have been, but not this particular place. I walked and observed. I sat and… Continue reading

    What is the Lastest Thing That I Have Learned?
  • Maximalist Florals

    Maximalist florals are in. When I saw the lovely patterns in Anthropologie, I had to paint them! I have been painting loose, colorful florals, soft colors that go with the warmth of spring. You know that feeling when the sun… Continue reading

    Maximalist Florals
  • Simply, Be Kind and Make Things!

    Simplify, slow down, be kind. And don’t forget to have art in your life – music, paintings, theater, dance, and sunsets. -Eric Carle Oh, how these words speak to me at this very moment! Simplify because why make things complicated?… Continue reading

    Simply, Be Kind and Make Things!
  • Find Your Artistic Voice: Lessons from Creating 500 Flowers

    Have you ever spread out all your sketches, drawings, or paintings and then felt like a kid in a candy store? I painted over 500 flowers using all kinds of tools. What was my goal? My goal was to surrender… Continue reading

    Find Your Artistic Voice: Lessons from Creating 500 Flowers
  • From Photo to Journal to Beautiful Painting!

    If you are looking to create beautiful paintings or just want to have fun. Then, quick sketching is for you! This is also a great way relax. Pinterest is my place where I collect beautiful photos. I’ll stroll into Anthropologie… Continue reading

    From Photo to Journal to Beautiful Painting!