Since I had so much fun working in my art journal this afternoon…I kept right on arting after dinner.
I didn’t quite capture my daughter, but not tooooo bad!
Have a good night all,
Take care,
Kathy Ann
Month: July 2016
Summer Art Journal 2016…Just for Fun!
I spent so much of today engaged in art of some sort…a wonderful day!
I am having fun working on an art journal for a class I am taking, Art Journal Summer 2016 thru Bloknote Academy online classes. For those who don’t know…Art Journaling is a fun way to create, practice, try out new techniques, mediums, & styles…just for fun, not for perfection.
I have been wanting to start an Art Journal, but wasn’t sure where to start…I figured this short, fun, summer long workshop would be just the ticket!
I was right! So much fun and so helpful to have talented guides as a beginner.
Happy Dance!
Take care,
Kathy Ann
Mysterious in Turquoise & Gold
Whew, this was some sort of challenge from beginning to end.
She was inspired by this sketch from late the other night…the one I told you about that seemed to take on a life of her own(nothing new about that!), going thru many different phases and ending up here.
She seemed to have a story to tell, and I hope this is where she ultimately wanted me to go…
Mixed Media, pastel, acrylic, paint pen, stencils, and ribbon on canvas.
I am glad she is finished. I think I will be creating more like her.
Thank you for joining me on her journey.
Take care,
Kathy Ann
Flagstaff 4th of July
Flagstaff is the epitome of small town, all American, Independence Day celebrations. We do love the 4th of July!
The day starts bright & early with the Infamous 4th of July Parade. And by early…I mean EARLY! The parade may start st 9:00 AM, but if you want a good spot on the curb with room for the entire family (and by ENTIRE family I mean mom & dad, grammy & pa, aunties, uncles, and cousins galore!), and your camp chairs, you need to get there by 7:30 or earlier. Yep, that’s right – my daughter in law & kids got there at 7:30 AM and claimed the only spot left in the shade, facing away from the sun (logistics is very important here!).
Next on the agenda is a walk over to Art in the Park (the local arts & craft festival) to browse the creations of the many talented artists & artisans displaying their wares while enjoying a day surrounded by music, yummy food and art.
Since my husband is a veteran, next on the agenda was a walk across the street from the park, joining some friends at the American Legion for a little craft show they were putting on in the parking lot.
Next is fireworks at the country club…and yes, the whole town shows up for this, too! My husband & I didn’t make it to the fireworks this year 🙁, but the rest of the family enjoyed the festivities…More food, music, fun & games for the kids, fireworks and most importantly, family & friends!
Love this town! Love this family! Love our community!
Hope your Fourth was as good as ours!
Take care,
Kathy Ann
Doin’ A Little Front Porch Sittin’
I spent several hours working on a painting that started as a sketch late last night (that, I may add, kept being just out of my reach…I just couldn’t seem to capture her essence).
She’s not there yet, but I’ve had enough of her for today.
So, now my reward after watering the front flowers, is a little front porch sittin’!
This is without a doubt, my favorite time of day…
As I was watering, I look out and see our cute, little bunny couple, robins, dove, sparrows hummingbirds and other lovely winged creatures all enjoying the evening together (if only humans could get along so well)…it’s a real live page out of a children’s picture book!
So there you have it, the peaceful end of a pretty peaceful day.
Take care,
Kathy Ann
It’s not Summer without a Pretty Wreath on the Door!
Enjoying today’s Flagstaff summer monsoon storm…Perfect weather for finally getting around to creating my summer wreath for the front door. What better way to welcome guests than with pretty flowers on the door!
Too bad these are not quite as popular as they once were…I used to have my own dried floral business back in the day…Always so easy to get lost in the creation of pretty arrangements. Still love it! And it’s second nature to me….I can whip out a wreath in no time at all.
I could never figure out a good way to ship them…otherwise I could perhaps still sell them in my Etsy shop…I know there are places were they are still popular and people would prefer hand made to Walmart mass-produced versions….
Anyway, Happy Summer!
Take care, Kathy Ann
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