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 […]
Without Love
Where would you be without love, gentle reader? And, geeze what does this have to do with oil painting? I’ll share more shortly but first here’s a link, describing this blog’s focus, for new readers here. Welcome new readers, too! All About the Road This week we are on the road visiting family in Massachusetts. […]
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 […]
Floating on a Dream
Why name this post “Floating on a Dream,” gentle reader? So many reasons! Let me share why. But before I do, if you’re interested in seeing more about the purpose of this post and blog, check out this link for more details. Let’s get to all of this floating on a dream, shall we? Who […]
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
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 […]
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 […]
Scattering Skies
Is scattering skies a thing? Sure is gentle reader. And, there are so many reasons why scattering skies excite me. But before I share more, here’s a link to last week’s post. Why? So, any new comers can read, in that post, about the purpose of this blog. Let’s get to scattering skies now, shall […]
The Joy of Original Art
Welcome to a world filled with the Joy of Original Art. Before I elaborate, gentle reader, I want to welcome newcomers to this post and blog. Alrighty? 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 […]
Notice and Wonder
What have you been able to notice and wonder lately? I have lots to share here. But before I do, I will introduce the purpose of this post and blog to new readers. Ready? Transitions Welcome! Each year, I select a theme for my weekly paintings. This year’s theme is Transitions. I am expanding on […]