Monthly Archives: December 2015
“Caution”
Here’s the newest page in my daily journal, entitled, “Caution.” The word “Caution” was trimmed from a piece of yellow caution tape I found on the ground while visiting an apple orchard back in October. I knew it would be … Continue reading
“D is for Dennis”
The fourth page in my ABCs of Alice journal is called “D is for Dennis,” in honor of Grandma Alice’s second child and only son, Dennis, who also happens to be my father. Grandma Alice did a wonderful job raising … Continue reading
“C is for Cuckoo Clocks”
Today was my first day of Holiday Break, and I was so excited to have the opportunity to spend part of it in my studio! Here’s the newest page in my ABC’s of Alice journal, and it’s called, “C is … Continue reading
“Empty Chair”
Today’s journal page is entitled “Empty Chair.” Since I was a child, Christmas has always been my favorite holiday. To me, Christmas meant twinkling lights, delicious food, great presents from Santa, glorious music, and most importantly, precious moments spent with … Continue reading
“Keep On Reaching”
Here is the newest page in my daily art journal, which I finished last night. Entitled “Keep on Reaching,” it was inspired by some experiences I’ve had this week, and some highly meaningful connections I was fortunate to make with … Continue reading
“B is for Bingo”
I’m continuing to plug away at my ABC’s of Alice journal. Here is the second page, which I completed this evening. It’s called “B is for Bingo.” I grew up in Sheboygan Falls, a small town of fewer than 10,000 … Continue reading
“A is for Alice”
I recently found a vintage 1930s Eastman Kodak scrapbook among my grandmother’s possessions recently. Although she greatly enjoyed collecting photographs and cutting out newspaper articles about family and friends, she was never much of a scrapbooker. Instead of arranging and adhering … Continue reading
Forever a Dreamer
The last two days, I’ve been working on this page in my journal, entitled “Forever a Dreamer.” My creativity and my passion for art are beautiful gifts I received about five years ago, although I believe they were always with … Continue reading
Starting Over Studio 