Sketchbook Thursday

Wreath on Gates

More Purple Cone Flowers

A tree lined street I always pass on my walks.

It's springtime in my head... can you tell? I'm excited to report that daylight savings time is approaching on March 8th and Spring Equinox is March 20th... there is hope on the horizon :)

I have some fun new sketches /ideas for an upcoming show. We need to have at least one piece that has an East meets West or Asian theme. This has been a challenge... because I don't want to be too literal. (some of the ideas may pop up on the blog soon!) I'm carving some mini woodblock prints and plan to print them on linen. (Soon to be mini lavender sachets for the etsy shop.) I'm off to sip some chamomile tea.

Little Village Ink Drawing

A street scene in the village of Sospel - French Alps.

I've been trying to finish a lot of ink drawings on paper lately... love painting these with gouache. It's really armchair travel pour moi! But, things are looking up, it's been raining and the snow is slowly melting! There is a little grass visible in the front yard now and rings around the trees and bushes. This is a good sign. Hopefully I'm going to discover a few bulbs peeking through :)

A Little Progress

I didn't post on Sketchbook Thursday... so here's M. Bertrand on Monday.

The Bath... I printed it to see what was happening and painted with watercolor. So, now I know where to take it next.

painting by Hammershoi

Taking some time to think and recharge... be back on Monday!

Thinking, Painting...

My spot at the end of the table... this is where most of the creating goes on... but lately, just been staring out the window, daydreaming. ?? Maybe it's the winter that's paralyzed my art making.

Fighter Pilot ACEO

Just an idea...

Feeling like I have no direction... not sure what road to take. I have a show coming up in a few months - need to have a small but cohesive collection of something to show. But, I've been feeling kind of lost about what to make! How could it be?? I know it happens every once in a while but, it seems to be lasting a long time. Have retreated to my sketchbook to try and work out some ideas and just 'be'.

Finally posted on my painting blog, Take5!

A Little Gift...

Here's a last minute Valentine's gift for my husband. It took much longer than planned... but he unwrapped it this evening. Next time, I'll give myself more time, don't like feeling rushed. **Will get a larger frame for this one... because my son's heel is touching the edge. (hate that!!)

I'll be putting my new, organic lavender sachets in the shop tonight... they smell divine!

Happy Valentine's Day!

Stumbled on this random heart leaving the parking lot of a neighborhood cafe. I get such a rush when I see things like this... something beautiful formed from age and use.... kind of like long-lasting, true love. Happy Hearts Day, whether you have a sweetie or not - celebrate the love in your life today :)