Color Adventures Continue

Color Adventures Continue

Welcome to a place where color adventures continue! What do I mean by this? I can’t wait to share with you. But first, here’s a warm (and bright colored) welcome to you. If you’re new, here’s what I do here. Each week I share a colorful painting, a painting in progress or other painting related […]

Fall Colors Are Here

Fall Colors Are Here

You guessed it, fall colors are here, gentle reader! Are you as excited as I am about this time of year? I hope so. And, if you’re not, perhaps you will feel more excited after reading this post? Maybe? Stay tuned to read more. But first, I welcome new readers here today. And, if you […]

Putting Work in Time Out

Putting Work in Time Out

This week I found myself putting work in time out. Why? I will share more here. But first I want to welcome new readers. Welcome! If you’re interested in learned about the focus and purpose of this post and blog, check out this link here. Creating Space Lately I have been working on several different […]

The Joy and Struggle of Simplification

The Joy and Struggle of Simplification

Why share the joy and struggle of simplification here? So many reasons to share today! Before I continue, I will welcome new readers to this blog and post. If you’re interested in learning more about the purpose of this place, take a look at this link here. Let’s get to the crux, the joy and […]

Both Sides Now

Both Sides Now

Hearing Joni Mitchell sing “Both Sides Now” as an older woman just made me smile and cry at the same time. Why? I’ll share. But first, here’s a link for new readers who might want to know about more about this painterly blog and post. Why Both Sides Now First I love hearing Joni Mitchell […]

Musings on Painting and the Palette Knife

Musings on Painting and the Palette Knife

My intent with naming this post about musings on painting and the palette knife is simple. I want to share what I have learned so far about learning to use a new tool. But wait, there’s more! So much more! If you’re new to this blog and want to learn more, check out this link […]

Be Prepared

Be Prepared

What is it about painting that requires the saying “Be Prepared?” AH! So many reasons, gentle reader! But first, here’s a link to a description of this post and blog for any newcomers here (welcome). Shall we cover this week’s topic, then? The Perks of being prepared If you like me are aware of your […]

Second Look

Second Look

Why take a second look, gentle reader? Oh let me share the ways. But first, I will welcome new readers to this blog and post. OK? Transitions Welcome! Each year, I select a theme for my weekly paintings. This year’s theme is Transitions. I am expanding on last year’s theme. 2021’s theme was “Small Spaces […]

Just Starting

Just Starting

Fall is just starting here in North Carolina. The gorgeous reds and yellows are finally starting to appear. This is my favorite time of year! And, after our road trip north this fall, I feel so lucky to be able to experience this season twice. But, before I share more, I want to welcome new […]

Suddenly I See

Suddenly I See

You, dear reader, may wonder what “Suddenly I See” has to do with this week’s painting? Or maybe you’re thinking, heck, what a great name for a painting. Why haven’t you chosen that before? Before I elaborate, I want to welcome new readers. And, thank all of you for reading today! Small Spaces Special Places  […]