January 2009
5 posts
Birthday Present!
So part of trying new art is trying things I have never tried before. I started that recently when I painted a birthday gift for my dad. I glanced through some old winter photos of mine and made what I would consider a “morph” painting of all the photos. I used oils. I think my dad liked it! I actually enjoyed this exercise and I would put this as a positive learning experience. ...
A New Chapter
I am a wife, mother, daughter, sister, and artist. As a member of a modern blended family looking for balance in a sometimes hectic life I have found blogging to be a great tool. My family consists of my daughter Zoe, my step-son Brayden, and March 2009 we are expecting the newest addition, Baby Eleanor to our family. My husband and partner in all things, Josh, has been a wonderful aid in...
Doggy Days Sale!
So I am just in love with our new puppy Coco Chanel. She joined our family Dec 27th and has been a joy. She has the perfect personality for our family and she’s super smart. It did not take her long to learn that the quickest way to come in from the freezing temps outside was to go potty. She now runs straight out, does her business, and straight back in. How many 11 week old pups can...
New Work and 2009 Resolutions
The animal ABC’s book is almost done, two illustrations left to go. I am also debating on creating my own typography for the book but only for each large letter. I will decide on that part once the illustrations are completed. Eight of the new illustrations are below and prints of them are available in my shop.
Now onto New Years resolutions. I have given it a...
2008 Wrap Up
So we are already a week into 2009 and while working on my new years resolutions list I thought it might be a good idea to post some great pics from 2008 and the holiday season.
Zoe enjoying soup at her favorite place to eat, P.F. Changs
Baby Ella at P.F. Changs
Brayden LOVED his new train set, obvious by this smile
I adore this picture of my mom and Zoe at Christmas that Mark...