An old photograph, a stop at the store for fresh fruit, a story book,  a drive in the country, the changing of the seasons, all are inspiration for what I do. I was fortunate to have a mother who instilled a love of nature, music, art and all venues of creativity.

If I’m not painting, I’m toying with a recipe to see how I can push the envelope for better flavor and appeal. Or I could be out in the garden, deciding on placement of new plants or shrubs.

I don’t believe that creativity just applies to canvas or clay so I approach my daily tasks with an eye towards beauty and comfort appeal, even down to folding towels or rolling up washcloths to be displayed for easy access in baskets.

When I’m not tending babies during the day, or cooking and taking care of family and church responsibilities, I like to hide in my studio, or bring an art project out to the kitchen table to work while socializing with family. My husband says it’s soothing to have me work out where we can all be together. For all of us art has a healing and relaxing affect. May you find joy in what I do as well!

               w ABOUT MY FAVORITE LINKS w

REASONS TO BELIEVE  is an all Santa site featuring hand crafted and limited edition Santas by the best artisans in the industry.

AMERICAN HOLIDAY ARTISTS An online group of premier all holidays artisans. I’m co-leader of this outstanding group.

AMERICA HOLIDAY ARTISTS STUDIOS MARKETPLACE

We have a new kid on the block! We’ve now opened up a marketplace where you can go to get exclusive pieces of art from our holiday artists!

MOTHER’S DREAM ARTWORKS BLOG Where I update items for sale, have give away events, discussions on holiday art and swap hugs with friends.

CELEBRATE 365 A truly wonderful magazine for the ornament collector. Many of our American Holiday Artists members are featured in her publication, and you can also find Breen, Radko, and news on what’s new in the market.

                             

                         w BREAKING NEWS  w

The Utah State Fair is were I’m headed soon to be a working artist in the Creative Arts show. I’ll be there from 2pm to 8pm so if you’re going to the fair on September 11th, stop by and say hi!

Check out my new Halloween art!

Whooo’s Lookin at You?

Acrylic painting done in a vintage style.

Gourdelia Witch

13” tall gourd art doll

Available on my Halloween page

A gourd creation, using a cannon ball gourd for his head, a wood spindle for the body and a paper mache box for his base. You can see him at my etsy store for more details.