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  • New Life & Fire Exhibit at the Armory

    This exhibit was filled with indigenous art about fire. It was a small exhibit, but wow did I feel, relate, and grow! Fire Lifecycle Here we see the circle and beautiful florals surrounded by all of this yellow that illuminates.… Continue reading

    New Life & Fire Exhibit at the Armory
  • Why Art Supplies Don’t Matter as Much as Your Floral Style

    I think I figured out that roses and ranunculus-style flowers are my style. Beautiful swirls! The sketch on the right was done on copy paper; I used Basics acrylic paint and Liquitex brushes. Liquitex brushes are great! The flowers on… Continue reading

    Why Art Supplies Don’t Matter as Much as Your Floral Style
  • Art Journals Are Wonderful!

    I have never considered a journal a tool. Paying $20-$30 for a journal meant that I had to be good. My first few journals were actually old notebooks. You know the kind you intend to write in, but after a… Continue reading

    Art Journals Are Wonderful!
  • What lights you up?

    Ever see colorful blooms breezing in the sun? The sun feels warm, but the breeze- now that’s a rhythm you want to dance to. Why is my initial reaction worry? Why do I hold back? Why do I worry about… Continue reading

    What lights you up?
  • Pink & Yellow Leaves & Wandering

    Lately, I have been going for long walks. I see trees and leaves, and a calming breeze always comforts me. Yesterday was a lovely Saturday evening! I sat on a park bench and watched the breeze. The park was filled… Continue reading

    Pink & Yellow Leaves & Wandering
  • Blooms Made From Ornaments

    These ornament blooms once graced my book’s cover. It’s magical to take an ordinary object and turn it into something amazing. I’m not sure when, but the idea popped into my head. I have always been curious, but this kind… Continue reading

    Blooms Made From Ornaments