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Tag: process

In the Studio

Sleepless? Might as well make art…

May 2, 2022May 7, 2022 Aprille

Like words can be formed into poetry, prose or song, the language of art can be used in so many ways. I'm still learning how to express who I am through my brush.

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shallow focus photography of paintbrush
Inspiration

The Gift

April 27, 2022May 19, 2022 Aprille

My husband gifted me with an easel this week for my upcoming birthday.

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In the Studio

A Sketch-y Discovery

March 26, 2022May 6, 2022 Aprille

I find so much joy and connection in the sketch-y ink and watercolour work. The energy of the pen work and colouring outside those lines makes me feel like a kid again.

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watercolour palette
In the Studio

The Joy of a Comfort Zone

February 28, 2022 Aprille

It's fun to experiment with other mediums and try other things but it's also very satisfying to come home and work with what's familiar, tried, and true.

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In the Studio

The rhythm of winter and creativity

February 20, 2022February 20, 2022 Aprille

I think of winter as a time to get a lot done but it's also the season for things to lie quiet below the surface until spring calls them back to life. The creative cycle has its own seasons and rhythms. 

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You’re invited to Paint the Town in Annapolis Ro You’re invited to Paint the Town in Annapolis Royal! I’m taking part for the first time so a mix of excitement and nerves. I usually paint in my studio on my own so painting in public is a stretch for me. If the weather cooperates I’ll be in the beautiful Historic Gardens so I hope you’ll find me and say hello! 
Next week, some of the Art will be available in an online auction in support of ArtsPlace. 
Get the details at 

https://www.arcac.ca/paint-the-town-festival.html
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Looking ahead to the beautiful colours of autumn. Looking ahead to the beautiful colours of autumn. Goldenrod, asters and a couple of busy bees getting ready for winter. 
Sketching ideas for a new series of watercolours and warming up for Paint the Town in Annapolis Royal this weekend. 
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I’ll be hanging out in Annapolis Royal this comi I’ll be hanging out in Annapolis Royal this coming weekend as one of the Paint The Town artists. I’m planning to set up in the Historic Gardens if the weather cooperates. Hope you’ll find me and say Hello!
Ode to the web master. . . #webs #dew #inspiredby Ode to the web master. 
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Who wouldn’t enjoy a shady stream on a day like Who wouldn’t enjoy a shady stream on a  day like this? 
Oil, 8x10
One wild rose down. Just 7 more to go. Happy pain One wild rose down. Just 7 more to go. 
Happy painting flowers again. The process is like meditating. 
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First steps in a new floral painting. Light underc First steps in a new floral painting. Light undercoat of yellow for glow and then build up the washes for depth and luminosity. 
I’m excited about this new one and couldn’t resist giving you a sneak peek. 
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Thank you to @littlebirdns. They are displaying fo Thank you to @littlebirdns. They are displaying for purchase my paintings in their beautiful suites. 
“Sticks and Stones” was actually based on a huge piece of driftwood that was on the shore just outside their BnB. 
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The studio is almost ready for the Open House that The studio is almost ready for the Open House that starts tomorrow afternoon during Margaretsville Days. Just a few paintings to come home tomorrow and hung on the walls. 
I’ll be working on my new Wild Roses painting during the Open House so drop by. I’d love to visit with you and share what I’m doing. 
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