art journal

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

  • Always blooming with you

    I sat under a tree. It was a hot day but the breeze and the color of the plants,flowers, and rocks had me focused on the moment. I took deep breathes. I felt energized and revived. Now that I have… Continue reading

  • Butterfly Floral Collage

    Not sure where this came from but Wow! I wasn’t sure what my journal entry would be. Catcoq’s email was about animal motifs. I read a fabulous EttaVee post on abundance mentality. You know I had to do something with… Continue reading

  • Lovely Pinks Ornament Flowers

    I posted new artwork on society6. I worked on my calendar. I started my journal! I’ve stalked up on supplies and ready to go. Here’s my summer to do list: Promote books with Pinterest story videos for each of my… Continue reading

  • Make a mess

    That’s all. Roll up your sleeves. Get out the paint. Mix some tones and paint. A few of my favorites Continue reading

  • Art is Freedom

    The weather feels good. It’s breezy in the shade and warm in the sun. I can feel the breeze and here the chitchat. The bird’s are singing their song. It’s a lovely day to admire and fall in love… Seems… Continue reading

  • About going through old work

    Going through old work gives me clarity. I can clearly see play versus I want this to look right. I have blogged about this topic a number of times. Yet I find myself comparing and not being a true fan… Continue reading