Tag Archives: Collage
“Thankless”
“Thankless” is a new page in my daily art journal. For the last 14 years, I’ve been employed in a human services profession within the public sector. It’s highly challenging work. As much as one desires to make a difference … Continue reading
“G is for Golden Girls”
“Thank you for being a friend. Traveled down the road and back again. Your heart is true; you’re a pal and a confidante.” Yes, I’ve had this memorable theme song running through my head all week as I’ve worked on … Continue reading
“E is for Ernst”
Happy New Year to all! I was fortunate this New Year’s Eve to spend the evening creating art and catching up with one of my oldest friends, Stacey, who is the author of a very inspiring blog called gotta tri. … 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
Somerset Studio Gallery: “Paris Paradise Journal”
Be sure to check out the Winter 2016 issue of Somerset Studio Gallery magazine, which will be available on newsstands on December 1. As usual, it is chock full of fabulous mixed-media art by many very talented artists! My article, … Continue reading
Starting Over Studio 