Good Meal Musings of the Artists Mind The title of this piece comes from what I believe I see in the figure’s face. A neighbour stopped this guy to ask how he's doing and was greeted with a great smile and statement that he just had a great meal. It's all in the body language, … Continue reading 500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #446 – Good Meal
500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #445 – C’Est Fait!
C’Est Fait! Musings of the Artists Mind My need to extend my landscapes, have them talk a little more went in the direction of populating them. If such a thing is possible, I felt I was painting in French. I heard the figures voices speaking as a pair of Bon Vivant Québécois following a happy … Continue reading 500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #445 – C’Est Fait!
A Refurbished Mid-Century Modern Dresser
My parents are moving and downsizing after 47 years in the same home and they've accumulated some amazing things. Things that in their current state don't always look so amazing to everyone. I'm sorry I didn't take a picture of it before working on it, as it was a very, um, interesting brown shade of … Continue reading A Refurbished Mid-Century Modern Dresser
Repurposed Into a Bed – Thank you Ikea
Over the years I seemed to have accumulated quite the load of "Kallax" Ikea shelves. They always started out as nice display cases and storage option, but after years of being moved around and ending up in my garage, they have seen better days... until today, that is! My newly teenaged kid wanted a cooler … Continue reading Repurposed Into a Bed – Thank you Ikea
500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #443 – Well, I’ll Just Wait For Her Then
Well, I’ll Just Wait For Her Then Musings of the Artists Mind He's standing outside the door, having just inquired about the whereabouts of his date. Upon receiving a chilly reply to his question, he attempts to gather his dignity, straightens his back and replies: "Well! I'll just wait for her, then!” How will the … Continue reading 500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #443 – Well, I’ll Just Wait For Her Then
500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #442 – Windy day
Windy Day Musings of the Artists Mind She went out for her walk and realized too late how windy it would be. It's too far to turn back now, so she slowly turns into the wind and shivers with a resolve to get to her destination and renewed warmth. All that’s left is the decision … Continue reading 500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #442 – Windy day
500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #441 – What?!?
What?!? Musings of the Artists Mind Originally called "YEESSS?!?", this character is full of attitude. Some poor bystander has mistakenly interrupted her quiet contemplation and got an annoyed response to their gentle "excuse me". What fun to watch a lady with attitude, no? This may be a little more autobiographical than I intended. I am … Continue reading 500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #441 – What?!?
500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #440 – Come Outside, It’s Only A Little Cold
Come Outside, It’s Only A Little Cold Musings of the Artists Mind Consider a friend visits on a chilly winter day. Do you accept the invitation to go outside? Another optimistic vision of the world brought to your doorstep by an angel? Maybe, so. Step outside and see what happens. The universe often sends us … Continue reading 500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #440 – Come Outside, It’s Only A Little Cold
500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #439 – You Hoo! I’m Over Here!
You Hoo! I’m Over Here! Musings of the Artists Mind You can't avoid that perky acquaintance when you are just feeling cranky! You have a choice to remain grouchy of embrace the happy energy this friend is showering upon you. What will you do? I chose to see her as an angel sent to break … Continue reading 500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #439 – You Hoo! I’m Over Here!
500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #438 – Long Days
Long Days Musings of the Artists Mind Some days feel like everything is... just longer. Follow this guy on his walk among the tall tree(s). Enjoy his peace of mind, his quiet contemplation, his bliss. The day is beautiful and he is taking full advantage of it. He’s not on a mission of any sort … Continue reading 500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #438 – Long Days
The New Renaissance Mindset 