Uncategorized

Art awakens a Dream.

Art can be like a dream. Waking up from a dream can be disorienting, but what if the dream unveils a tantalizing glimpse of a life filled with parties and friends? When art is like a dream- it opens into another world. The image accompanying this post transports us to the heart of a Miami…
The Energizing Magic of Art

In the midst of life’s chaos, art emerges as a powerful elixir, replenishing our dwindling energy reserves. The magic of art brings inspiration and life. Our spirits can be lifted and we are reminded that there is another space in which we exist. Our minds and imagination can travel through the layers of imagery, the…
Transformative power of Joyful Art

In a time when winter weather can freeze us inside, there is a tendency to forget the joy of life. Art can play a role in counteracting the doom and gloom that seeps into our psyche during this time. In the tapestry of life, art is a thread that weaves emotions, connecting us to our…
Celebrate the Ordinary

Let’s just celebrate the ordinary. In the image highlighted, titled Happy, there is a normalcy that just seems ordinary. What is ordinary? That which we take for granted? In these trying times, we must celebrate the ordinary. Most importantly, it is the place where we hope our lives go back to “normal” and the ordinary…
Beginning of a new era.

A new era of love “When the day comes, we step out of the shade aflame and unafraid. The new dawn blooms as we free it. For there is always light. If only we are brave enough to see it. If only we’re brave enough to be it” Amanda Gorman; Inaugural Poet We are in…
What is your perfect day?

How to decide on what is a Perfect Day? What is your perfect day? A day where everything lands just right. Have you gone through the process? From the beginning till the end looking close to the things and actions that make it perfect. Your breakfast, your work, your day to enjoy the outdoors, the…
Dreaming and Art Can Help

Dreaming is like Art- it takes you Away Art can help you escape. It is a way that we can be in a place that is not in the present. For many this time has been challenging, drawn out and challenging our patience. The Great Pause has also placed a pause on the ability to…
Friendship creates memories.

Friends makes us Happy Having a group of women friends creates happiness and memories. Friendship brings out the lighter side of life and makes us realize that life is to be enjoyed. To not be taken too seriously and remind you to laugh a little at the absurdity of daily life. For many women, working,…
Small Art can Make a Big Statement

Small art in little boxes. There is nothing like a small package. The receiving, the opening, the discovery of a small little moment that says “love”. Really nothing like it. I know you are thinking about the diamond, the bracelet, the pair of socks. I’m not talking about that. I am talking about the handmade…
Where do Ideas come From?

Past Images can Inspire the Ideas Where do ideas come from? Nothing is original. You may disagree with this, but it is true. Everything spins from something else. A piece of music, an old photo, a place that reminds us of our younger self; all are triggers for ideas. Ideas that I can use to…
It All started With the Word No

There are No Women Artists As the 2019 International Women’s day approaches in March, I am once again reminded of where my creative voice started. It started with the word NO- No you can’t do this because you are a woman. The message was that because I was a woman I would be paid less,…
Art Has a Power.

Art and its Power Can the power of art change your life? Can art change the world? It’s a question that many have asked and answered. Art, in its many forms, can reveal the power that we can acquire through the engagement and understanding of the stories behind art. For this reason, just filling a…
The Business of Art

Selling of Art has its Challenges The business of art is challenging. First of all its not just the making of the art, but being able to market, distribute and sell it. Finding collectors that love and support my art is the ongoing uphill battle. Many artists choose to use galleries to sell their work.…
Finding Her Voice

Finding Her Voice Sometimes a painting such as the piece highlighted titled Still I Rise, inspires a collective reaction of celebration and empowerment. Finding her voice is a goal that every woman has. There is an assumption that with the #metoo movement women are allowed to speak and to stand up, but I don’t think…
The Handmade is the perfect Gift

As you know, the handmade, one of a kind gift is the perfect choice! The question is why? Your Creative Voice in Giving As the search for the perfect gift comes upon us for the holiday season, we are struggling to find the present that speaks to our own creative voice. This creative voice, which…
Calling all Art Lovers!

Wonderland Calling for Art Lovers! This morning I met a woman who’s first words were “I am an art collector”. She hadn’t bought a piece from me, but I was struck at how proud she was that her home was filled with art. She didn’t care whether the art was seen as “good” or “bad”,…
Let there be Light in Life

Let there be Light in Life- how Art can help you be positive “Choose your thoughts wisely, find out what gets you excited, what energizes you and what you value in life.” Diana Reid This past weekend was my last show on the road for a while. The weather was beautiful and the crowds were…