Pretty. Simple.
Teacup, shallow bowl, anything that can hold a bit of water can hold a single flower or six or more. A moving composition, by...
Wait for it
Everyone loves flower arrangements. Buds and fresh blooms are beautiful, but we toss them as soon as the first leaf wilts or drops. I say watch every phase of nature’s beauty. If you let the water dry from the vase your arrangement will take on a dried flower look, with deeper colors and an almost magical feel. Wait for it, you won’t be...
color the world
Try this, it is something completely different and will change how you see color and the color in your world. Pick a color, I change the color every time I do this. Like orange. Then look for it, notice the color throughout your day how the light affects it, where it is natural, and where we have used color to blend in or stand out. Notice how many variations of the color there are. This can turn into a fascinating exercise. Trends,...
get outside
Finding beauty everywhere is my passion and free for all to take in, plus it’s around every corner. Spring is particularly colorful and...
Beautiful
There is an inspiration for absolutely everything just outside your door. Like this bracelet and pendant made from tree bark that fell to the ground as the trees prepare for spring! I added a simple chain for the pendant, and Carolyn was ready to hit the town with original creations by the one and only Mother...
goose, goose, gorilla
Carnegie, Pa, is home to over 20 local businesses that support visual & performing arts. Performing arts organizations represent over 100 local performers, and visual arts organizations represent over 200 local artists. Carnegie Arts walk was in its first year and had a newly formed committee to make it happen. The four of us set out to set the benchmark and showcase our town. We had sponsors and over 33 stops for the day in just...