on blaming…. says me
My latest art journal page! I can’t decide if I like the blobby red line down the left side of the page, or if I should go back and “straighten” it up… What do you think?
Says Me…
Another page from my “says me” observations on life. “Don’t be so hard nosed and thick skinned that your heart can’t make itself known.” Our protective armor can so easily become our prison don’t you think?
“And now here is my secret…”
“And now here is my secret, a very simple secret, it is only with the heart that one can see rightly. What is essential is invisible to the eye.” Antoine de Saint-Exupery
Pondering, a Mother’s Day message from my art journal
I am always drawn to these words written about Mary, the mother of Jesus. There was a woman with much to think about! But as mothers, we can identify can’t we? Lots of pondering happens as Mothers. From the exhausting, … Continued
Look for the Possibilities… Art Journal style
Another page out of my art journal. This year I have been recording some of my own “truisms”, as designated by the ‘says me’ in the corner. They are an informal look at my philosophy on life and faith, put … Continued
Blessed are the Weird People…
“Blessed are the weird people, the poets and misfits, the artists, the writers and music makers, the dreamers and the outsiders for they force us to see the world differently.” Isn’t that exactly the task and purpose of artists?
Sunday Doodles – The Greatest Command
“Love the Lord your God with all of your heart, and with all of your soul, and with all of your mind, and with all of your strength.” Mark 12:30 If you want to color or paint one of your … Continued
Welcome March!
After a snowy ending to February, I was glad to welcome March, and warmer weather I hope! This quote from Dickens is still a favorite! “It was one of those March days when the sun shines hot and the wind … Continued
Psalm 147:4 Sunday Doodle
Today’s doodle was colored with watercolor, gel pen, and colored pencil. Coloring pages are for more than crayons and markers! And they are definitely not exclusively for children! Print and enjoy!
“The Unfed Mind Devours Itself”
Just a little quote from Gore Vidal via my sketchbook (and Instagram) this morning. “The unfed mind devours itself” Hmmm… makes me think about not only IF I am feeding my mind, but WHAT I am feeding my mind. Makes such … Continued