Spring Time

Been lacking big time with all creative projects. My energy is focused upon you guessed it, the wedding. Charlie and I had every intention to keep it simple, but somehow it's taking up more time then I expected. It's all very good stuff, and I am not complaining at all. I had a nice rhythm of painting, and spending time in my studio before the wedding took over.

My creative goals don't even exist right now. Little discourage with the way some of my dreams have turned out or not turned out. Sometimes I don't think the universe wants me to excel as an artist. So maybe that's why I have not picked up a paintbrush in a while.

My seven year project has been delayed a bit, and will have it finished by the end of this week?

Purple Bloom

Purple Bloom

This past month I participated Louise Gale's Creative Color Challenge, and the painting above is what I created for my partner. The creative color challenge task this time around was to create a piece with a flora them using complementary colors only. You could use whatever medium you liked, so it was pretty wide open. I struggled with this piece, and had to start over several times. Once I was able to let go and not be so much in control - I was able to create a piece that I was satisfied with.

On the wedding front - I picked out a dress and simply love it. I purchased it used from recycle bride, but the bride-to-be never wore it! Lucky me! I would post a photo of the dress, but Charlie does not want to see my dress until the big day. So everyone will have to wait until the end of June.

Still working on my seven year project, and hope to have it done by the end of this month. It's gonna great!

I have been lacking big time on painting projects the past month. My creative mojo is just not flowing. I think it's because there are big changes taking place in our home. All very good changes, but none the less very draining on my energy. The only creative project I am working on is a seven year project, and I can happily say I am in the final stages and can't wait to share it you. It's gonna be great!

I realized my wedding is five months away and I still have not bought my dress. I can't decide, because there are too many options. However, Valentine's day Anthropologie will launch BHLDN which is their own wedding line . BHLDN pronounced “Beholden,” and is inspired by the Dutch word for “to keep.” I can't wait, and hoping I find a dress from there.

Happy Friday to all, and I send warm 70 degrees weather from San Diego to all of you suffering from bitter cold winter weather.

Make Good

I did it!! I got 8 of my paintings into one of my favorite stores in San Diego called Make Good, which sells handmade art jewelry, clothing and other recycled goodies. I can't believe how confident I was when I was presenting my work to the owner of the store Sophia Hall. The paintings she did not select did not hurt my feelings. This was a huge step for me on so many different levels. After all I am a very sensitive person, and am hesitant to share my art with others. It's been a slow process to let go of any attachment I have to my work.


If you are in the San Diego area stop by the store and check it out. There is a lot of eye candy! Thanks to Sophia Hall for support local artist in the San Diego area!

January Goals

Rose Buds

December Goals

• Finish large painting for my art show at Ray at Night Art Walk Dec 11th Yup did it!
• Make enough money at the Art Walk to pay for my entry and then some - Yup did it!
  
• Try not to get sick again until next December (Caught the flu in November) - Did get sick for the third time this winter. Anyone else suffering the never ending cold?

January Goals

• Create new banner for blog and Etsy shop.
• Approach two stores in San Deigo to see if they will sell my art. (Gulp)
• Not get sick for a month!
  

As per usual keeping my list simple. There has been some stress on the home front, so best not to add to it. Plus I don't to push myself too much and get sick again!

Good health to all!

Christmas Cards

Peace Birds

Christmas Hearts

Christmas Hug

I was a little slow posting my Christmas cards to my etsy shop, but at last I did it! Three holiday designs are for sale, and I really love each design, especially the little girl hugging the snowman. I was preoccupied with my art fair last weekend, that I completely forgot about listing my cards. Any-hoo, the cards are for sale set of 10 for $15. They make great stocking stuffers.

As for my art fair last weekend, it went okay. I was a bit discouraged on my sales, but many people did not sell anything. There was a lot of foot traffic, but not a lot of people buying. At least I did make some sales, and met new people. I have to figure out what to do with all my paintings, because I am running out of space. Maybe in the new year I will hit up some coffee shops.

Off to eat more cookies!

December Monthly Goals

'Lolli Pops'

It's been a while since I posted my monthly goals. Can't believe the end of the year is in site. 2010 has been a fantastic year for me!

I am really in love with this painting above. I used a stencil and wood icing texturam, which I received from from Mary Beth Shaw (she was my cabin mate at Squam, and is a fantastic artist!). You can purchase her stencils at here.

Goals for December:

• Finish large painting for my art show at Ray at Night Art Walk Dec 11th
• Make enough money at the Art Walk to pay for my entry and then some
• Try not to get sick again until next December (Caught the flu in November)
  

Goals for September two items crossed off my list.

• Participate in my first art fair. (huge success)
• Attend Squam Art Retreat and not get sick before I leave. (fantastic time!)

Happy Creating!