Leap of Faith

                                             A mixed media tile that I created in 2013. sold


Taking a leap could be a scary thing, but concerning my art, when I think of taking a leap...I'm not thinking of taking a leap off of a cliff. I am thinking of jumping into something warm, fluffy, and inviting. A place made especially for me and I am the only  person who could ever fit where I will land. When I fall into that wonderful, cozy place in my Father's hand...I am landing in my destiny. No matter how it may feel when I take a step, I know that every step I take...I take in Him. God is my compass. I seek to bring honor to the name of the Lord through this gift that He has placed within me. I was created to worship Him through my art and as I continue to step out He always meets me. In this leap of faith into my Father's knowing...I hope to inspire you, and through my art I hope to shine the light of my Father in heaven.  Have a wonderful heartfelt day.

Having Fun Going

This is what is on my easel today! I hope to create something beautiful...we shall see. This painting has been started, painted over, and has been sitting in my studio waiting on me to come back for a visit. I like to ponder my paintings and I love it when the painting gives me a peak of direction. This one has already given me a glimpse of something interesting. I like to paint random backgrounds and watch what unfolds. I can see a face emerging out of this one...which is very interesting, because I was thinking of painting a scene of The Lady at the Well. I'm not sure if that is the direction I will go, but I am going to have fun going. :) Have a wonderful day!

Bye, Bye Birdie

Hello dear people! I'm sharing my lunch time with blogging today. I'm figuring if I don't type this between bites...I might miss another day on the blog. Btw...this salad is delicious. I'm eating totally healthy again and I'm so happy for me. It really does make you feel better. I need all the energy I can get to keep up with my two and half year old and have the energy for studio time.

I hope everyone had a very Happy Easter weekend and a great start to your week. Yesterday, I managed to start and finish a painting that was a commissioned piece. The person had seen my work hanging at our local church gallery and wanted a smaller, similar version of one of my latest paintings. I was very happy to oblige. :) What a wonderful feeling to know my art is being received and getting new homes.

This is one of the paintings that my new client was admiring.

And this is another one of my new paintings.

This is the one that I painted yesterday, size 9 x 12 inch. I don't really like the lighting in the picture, but it will have to do, because I don't have the painting anymore. I had to hurry and grab a few shots of it today, before my husband took it away to hang in the Hall Gallery at our church, until the owner can pick it up on Sunday. All I can say is bye, bye birdie, enjoy your new home. This little painting was fun to paint! Well, now I am off to paint some more beautiful things. Have a very blessed day and remember... He Cares For You.

Rainy Play

                                        A painting I did for a class that I taught.


I love rainy days! Today...I'm going to play in the rain. :) Well, not actually, but I am taking my son to a play-date while it is raining. When I return home, I hope to put some finishing touches on a painting I have been working on. Enjoy your day!

Quilts and ABC's

Today I was out and about. I had to make a trip to Hobby Lobby (love that place) to pick up art supplies. While I was there and strolling around the store, I was smitten by the cutest, coziest little chair. It was calling my name. The deterrent for me was the price tag. Thankfully, I have a very cute, cozy, and very comfy old chair that was given to me by my parents. I love this old thing. Right now it sits in my living room with an over-sized, unattractive chair cover on it. I really want to turn this old chair into a warm beam of sunshine. I can not part with it...so clearly it has to change with the times.

I love the quilted look! It reminds me of snugly naps under my Granny's tender care. What a wonderful world, :) buried under heavy cool blankets. Not only was I wrapped in love, I was covered with the most cozy, comforting blankets that were magically filled with cool air, even in the summer time. You may know what I'm talking about, if a place got warm, you could move and it would be like an air conditioner was on under the covers. :) I would snuggle down under those handmade quilts and sleep in peace. I took great naps at my Granny's house and it marked me for life. At the time I had no idea the impact that those colorful inviting quilts would make on me. I think now, I can partially link my love for color to those cool inviting quilts of my childhood.


Well, here she is! Isn't she lovey!  Now to tackle trying to make a patch work chair cover something like this. I may need my Mom for this huge undertaking. She has great sewing skills. I am really busy right now...maybe this fall I can tackle this project.

 While I was getting lost in all of the eye-candy in the store...I happened upon this lovely ABC beauty. Which totally reminded me of my son's obsession with the alphabet.

Now, I am wanting to turn a very old antique dresser that I own into something like this. Of course, it will have to match my newly covered patchwork chair. I will have to revisit this post in the future with my knock-off version of my finds. Stick with me on my journey and have a blessed evening.

Celebrating Passover

Yesterday, we gathered around the table with friends to celebrate Passover. We enjoy celebrating this holiday in memory of the Lord Jesus Christ, who became the pass over lamb for all who would believe in Him.

In ancient Egypt as the Israelites gathered for that first Passover, they were instructed to put the  blood of the lamb that was sacrificed for dinner onto the door posts of there house. The last plague to overtake Egypt was a grim one, and each family that followed this crucial command had the assurance that the blood over the door posts would protect the first born son of that household. This marking of blood would set them apart as the Death Angel came through the land and destroyed the first born son of all in Egypt, this included the first born of the animals too. (Exodus 11:4-5)

 Jesus became our Passover lamb when he was laid to rest on that holy celebration and He rose from the dead three days later. His blood was shed for the sin of the world and His blood is set on the door posts of our heart when we become a believer. We are then set apart for the kingdom of God and death no longer has a hold on us. We have an assurance, just as Jesus rose from the dead, that we will have eternal life too.   
This holiday is a wonderful picture of Christ's saving grace. He cares for you.

My only regret concerning the evening...I forgot to take pictures. 

Spring Leisure

                                                  Cherry Tree close to my home.

What a beautiful Spring day! I took a walk with my little guy this morning and enjoyed the cool breeze and budding flowers. The gorgeous blooms of the Cherry Blossom Tree have given way to full green foliage. It was nice to be out and about. When we take walks, I always pick flowers (wild ones only, mostly weeds) for my son to examine while he is strolling along. Today, I found some wild Wisteria growing close to the ground. It is such a pretty plant...but fades rather quickly. It was a nice walk.

On our return home my little 2 1/2 year old wanted to play outside. He enjoys the slide on his swing-set and we had a wonderful time, until a swarm of gnats interrupted our play time and made it necessary to retreat indoors.

                                           My little guy. This pic was taken at a local park recently.

I topped off the morning with some yummy pancakes with strawberries. mmmmm soooo good! I know this totally defeated the purpose of my walk...but it was worth it. Especially having my family around the table with me and  my son enjoying his lunch so much, that when he finished his, he wanted mine too.
Now I am listening to my sweet little guy talk and jabber before he falls asleep for his nap. What a blessing  he is. He brings so much joy into our lives each day. It was good to slow down and have a leisurely morning. I hope to make some more changes to my blog today and add to a painting I am working on. Wish me luck. ;)

Portions of the Heart

Let us love one another.

 Let us be kind to one another.   (This is a mini collage/painting that I did a while back.)

Let us be heartfelt, giving, caring, compassionate, gentle, patient, peaceable, thoughtful, generous and comforting.You are a lovely unique individual. Let your light shine. Treasure all the good things in your life. Have a wonderful day!

                                                            Blue Rooster

This painting had a long journey before it was completed. I started this baby and it sat in my studio for years collecting dust. At the beginning of this year I was praying for direction for my art and I felt I should finish this neglected painting.

It has completely changed from the original version, although the message is clear and is still the same as it was when I began the painting back in 2008. The pink highlighted scripture in the painting says:
Now this is the confidence that we have in Him, that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us.  And if we know that He hears us, whatever we ask, we know that we have the petitions that we have asked of Him. 1 John 5:14-15

May you have a beautiful day! 

Journey

Yesterday was a blogger day for me. After a long absence from this window to the world, I spent the day re-navigating my way through it. My updated blog will focus on my art and my faith. I hope you will visit again and check it out. I'm still getting it together, so stick with me as it grows, changes, and rearranges.

 Join my blog and follow me on this journey. Have a beautiful day!

Hello Dear People!

Spring is in the air and it is flowing onto my canvas. You can see by my new painting that I am loving the colors teal and purple. I had so much fun creating this piece of art. I will be adding new art and postings to this site and offering my art for purchase. I'm working out all of the details and learning how to navigate blogging again. I hope to add lots of new changes and interesting details.

Hang in there with me as this site changes. Please check back soon.