Just an FYI to those who might be thinking about Mustard Seed Mentoring, but you’re on the fence. We close our doors tonight (Thursday) at midnight, but before we do, we’re offering the opportunity to have a full membership for ONE WEEK for $1.00! You can snoop around, join us for a live session and see if this group is … Read More
French Inspiration
Last week, I shared that I was heading to France and Italy in September. In fact, it’s just under two weeks away now and I am positively giddy about it. I find it hard to even focus on the things I need to work on now, because my mind keeps drifting to my upcoming trip and how much I want … Read More
a new love for dip pens & other found art supplies
I have found a new favorite thing… dip pens. Yes, they are completely impractical by modern standards and you have to get used to the rhythm of stopping to dip your pen every couple of lines, but there is something about the scratching sound on the paper and the grace of the delicate nibs that captivate me. I recently bought … Read More
“better to create crap than to not create at all”
For a long time, I’ve had a hang-up with sketchbooks, notebooks & journals. Don’t misunderstand me. I love them. I walk through the notebook/journal section almost every time I’m at a store that carries them. I look for ones with beautiful bindings, filled with inviting papers. And I’ve certainly bought enough of them. But, what I’ve accumulated is a collection … Read More
new paintings for sale & quiet in a busy season
I usually don’t post on the weekends, but I wanted to pop in to let you know I’ve listed my latest round of paintings for sale. These are the ones that are up for auction in this group… You can check them out HERE. With the nicer weather, a push to complete projects, and all of the activities that come … Read More
finding the perfect paint for art journaling
As I shared a few weeks ago, I have a fun trip coming up this fall! I’m going to France and Italy with my mom for a part person, part business trip. I am so excited about just being there and taking in all of the beauty. I am also looking forward to painting and sketching in parts of the … Read More