In Flow

Happy New Year friends. I'm a believer in documenting our journeys. Over the holidays my creative journey was in full swing – I was in flow. You know that magical amazing state of focus and fluidity. I'm sharing some shots...

 

xo

Surface Patterns

A few recent explorations in surface pattern designs, from sketch to digitally illustrated repeats…

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Spirited! A commission.

I recently finished a commissioned painting for a spirited and passionate gal – a good friend from many years ago. The words read know your truths, love with abandon, give generously, and surrender gracefully to life's beauty.

Prints are available in my etsy shop here. 

[ 8.5" x 11" full bleed print ] 

 Here's a peek at the evolution:

 

xo

on hibernation

 

Quiet hibernation. It's been a couple of weeks. I withdrew and took time for myself and my family, and it felt just right. I'm emerging again, but slowly and mindfully. The flurry of emails and social media notifications waiting for me will hold as I recharge so I can see myself clearly again.

I've been in the studio, where my heart lives. Here is my most recent outpouring; a work in progress that makes my heart sing.

 

[ hibernating and creating in my studio, this is what is emerging ]

with love,

Tea Motif!

There hasn't been a lot of time for creating lately, but with stolen moments here and there I've had some fun extending my tea motif to greeting cards and more paintings. New supplies have added to the fun.

I ripped up yogi egyptian licorice mint tea pouches for these ones. 

I've been experimenting with adhering glitter so it's really on there & doesn't shake off easily. It seems Golden regular gel medium and workable fixatif are the magic combo.

Isn't it neat to see how far a motif can go?