Thank you to Eliza for sharing what being grateful means to her: "Appreciation. Love. Light. That is what my gratitude challenge is for.Love, light and glitter" The concept of LOVE comes up a lot in the quest for happiness and gratitude. I believe it is more of a feeling than concept. Warm, chills, calm, excitement, … Continue reading Day 11 – What Does Gratitude Feel Like To You?
Jaded Tiki #3
Dimensions: 1.5" x 3" x 1.5" Glazed Terracotta, fired in an electric kiln to Cone 6. Available to own for $10 (plus shipping) See More at Arts MPerron @ https://1-mario-perron.pixels.com
Shinning Through #10
I played with the sun a little on this morning; playing hide and seek throughout the macro view of the camera lens. This is a whole series dedicated to seeing differently. It felt like a great extension of my current desire to take a look closer at stuff. The bright morning sun gave a little … Continue reading Shinning Through #10
Birds
Milkweed pods always seemed like alien plants to me. I could probably give this fantasy to my Sunday afternoon movie times as a little kid when I watched flicks like Invasion of the Bodysnatchers, Day of the Triffids, They Come From Outerspace and other creature features. I learned early that there's nothing scarier than what … Continue reading Birds
Day 10 – What Does Gratitude Feel Like To You?
A cozy and deep night sleep; waking up with the sun shinning through the window; a kiss and 'Happy Birthday from my beautiful wife; some birthday wishes from friends and family; and a loving phone call from my amazing daughter... I feel warm and fuzzy inside. I feel strong and able to conquer the day... … Continue reading Day 10 – What Does Gratitude Feel Like To You?
New Tiki Shooters
These are all that remain of the original 23 that came out of a recent kiln firing. The rest were grabbed up by my fellow ceramists. These are all about 3" (8cm) x 1.5" (2.5cm). All fired at cone 6 in an electric kiln. All dipped in food-friendly glazes. They will be posted for sale … Continue reading New Tiki Shooters
Today Is My Birthday & This Is My Wish For You
I wish you all health and wellness. I wish you all peace and happiness. I wish you all exploration, discovery, play, and creativity. If you will allow me to make a birthday wish for me... I wish that everyone finds, or creates a positive message; something that tells a story of good news, of courage, … Continue reading Today Is My Birthday & This Is My Wish For You
Shinning Through #9
I played with the sun a little on this morning; playing hide and seek throughout the macro view of the camera lens. This is a whole series dedicated to seeing differently. It felt like a great extension of my current desire to take a look closer at stuff. The bright morning sun gave a little … Continue reading Shinning Through #9
Day 9 – What Does Gratitude Feel Like To You?
"In one study, more grateful participants reported fewer health problems (such as headaches, gastrointestinal problems, respiratory infections, and sleep disturbances); in another, they reported fewer physical symptoms (including headaches, dizziness, stomachaches, and runny noses)." (Mar 5, 2018) -- Taken from the Greater Good at Berkley article: Is Gratitude Good for Your Health? Well, I don't know about you, but … Continue reading Day 9 – What Does Gratitude Feel Like To You?
Sake Sippers & The Three Wisdoms of Tao
Start with the Wikipedia page and then dig as deep as you want into the significance of the The Pure Ones of Taoism. I know I'm mixing cultural references by calling these Sake cups, but they just didn't feel like they fit into my tea bowl work. There is something far purer about these. It … Continue reading Sake Sippers & The Three Wisdoms of Tao
The New Renaissance Mindset 