How to Get Inspired

How to Get Inspired

Wondering how to get inspired gentle reader? Read on and I will share. But first you may notice something a smidge different about today’s post. Yes, you’re right! There’s no painting here. Why? We have been on the road non-stop, just returned yesterday. And, while I have been painting, I decided to share photos this […]

Someone Like You

Someone Like You

So what does “Someone Like You” have to do with painting. A lot! Why? I can not wait to share with you today. But first, here’s a link to a previous but purpose providing post. Check the link out if you’re new to this blog. It offers a brief description of the (colorful) purpose of […]

Edge: A Tribute

Edge: A Tribute

Well why in the world call this post “Edge: A Tribute”? It’s all in a word that I’ll share with you shortly, gentle reader. But first, I will welcome new readers and share the purpose of this blog. OK? Transitions Welcome! Each year, I select a theme for my weekly paintings. This year’s theme is […]

Love’s in Need of Love Today

Love’s in Need of Love Today

Pretty sure you know why I’m writing “Love’s in Need of Love Today,” gentle reader. To see what the Ukrainian people are enduring right now boggles the mind, doesn’t it? Before I share more, I want to welcome new readers to this blog and post. Okay? Transitions Welcome! Each year, I select a theme for […]

The One I Love

The One I Love

Are you The One I Love, gentle reader? Well, of course, I love you! But this post and painting are about a material kind of love. Material love? That sounds so superficial, doesn’t it? But wait, there’s more to it than that. I promise! Before I elaborate, I want to welcome new readers and share […]

Magic at the Lake

Magic at the Lake

Magic at the Lake is the title for this week’s painting and post. This name is also a reminder to seek out magic everywhere! Before I elaborate I want to welcome new readers and share the purpose of this post and blog. Small Spaces Special Places Welcome new readers! Each year, I select a theme […]

You Just Are

You Just Are

What has made me think of writing “You Just Are?” Could it be age? Could it be the daily meditation practice? Maybe it’s the daily painting practice? Before I share the delightful possibilities, I will welcome new readers and share the purpose of this blog and today’s post. Small Spaces Special Places Welcome new readers! […]

Play Date

Play Date

Play Date is the name of one of this week’s gouache paintings. I had several other names for this painting before settling on Play Date. I will share that information and the scoop on a new contemporary painter “crush” I have in today’s post. But first, I will welcome new readers and share the purpose […]

Missed Opportunity

Missed Opportunity

What do you do when you notice a missed opportunity? Do you scramble to meet it? Or do you decide it is what it is and move on? My guess is you have probably done both. Right? Before I describe this week’s painting and name, I’ll share the purpose of this blog for new readers. […]

Three Ways to Grow

Three Ways to Grow

The way I see it these days, there are three ways to grow, dear reader. And, I will share those ways with you here today. But before I get too far down the road, here’s a hellooo and welcome to new readers. Also, I’ll offer a quick refresher to all of you about the purpose […]