When you purchase art, why is it?

To fill an empty space on a wall?  To remind you of a special place, moment, time?
Does it evoke emotions, memories, or take you back to somewhere with someone special?
Is it a family heirloom?  Or a piece of fabric that your granny gave you?

When you ask me to create art, for you... I take all the above into consideration and that's just the starting point.  Maybe you love the likeness of _________ but want to add your own personal touch?

 The Mermaid's Treasure Trove, began as a sketch of 2 year old Fiona (Now 7), chalked out onto the driveway and her asking me to make her into a mermaid...  I then began to imagine this mermaid representing "Anyone's Daughter"...  And the Mermaid became what she is... a mixed media, mosaic, acrylic, paper and glass ensemble!  Driftwood Frame from Recycled Wood!

 "Le chat dans la fenêtre en Provence" - inspired by the many walks through French Villages while John and I were on our Honeymoon.  Many brick buildings, geraniums and blooming gardents, and many cats inside and outside as we walked past.  

  

 

Every Thursday I bring forward one special item (or collection of items) to offer at a discount or special promotional price.  This is for ONE WEEK ONLY!!!!

August:  Paint Away - Heading to Wrightwood California for a week of  R.R.P.P.P. with my kids and friends (Rest, Relaxation, Paint, Play and Pray)...  It's been a busy summer and I'm ready for this week away. 

September: The beginning of a New School Year....  a new school for my oldest who is starting middle school, and just a new calendar of things to do and places to be.

"Cezanne with Suzanne" 

Create still life paintings from a variety of Fruits, Breads and Baskets.  Inspired by still life images of Paul Cezanne.

If you are like many of us, receiving invitations to weddings, parties, and family reunions, there's a lot of stress for the party planners, the invitees, and of course, the guests.  And for those with the little guests the question is, what do we do with the kids?  Obviously there's some etiquette involved in deciding if children should or not be included in the festivities however, for those with families travelling and children as part of the equation, there are some creative solutions that can be presented... that would be suitable for many.


So, for many this would be during a ceremony or special presentation how do you keep the little one's quiet without the parents missing out on a lovely moment.  Besides hiring a nanny and having the kids off doing an activity or elsewhere, what are some options?


Create a Craft and Color Table.  This can be as simple as rolling out some white butcher paper and having a box of crayons for the kids to enjoy.  You'll get kids and adults of all ages engaging in the simple activity of drawing and coloring.

On the same idea, you could expand and have an "Art Kit" or "Art Center" set up for children to play at.  The suggestion of how messy or not depends on the location and type of event.  A park setting is easier for glitter, a fancy restaurant better for stickers and less mess.

So what is the best solution for your upcoming special event?  Tell me about your event, the theme, the location, the age groups, and perhaps there is a suitable art project and craft center that would serve your needs, your guests, and create a lasting impression for your event that will leave your guests happy and excited to be included!

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