I know Halloween hasn't even arrived, and I'm posting about Christmas. I don't want to contribute to the holiday fatigue. However, there is some important information I need you guys to know. If you were thinking about ordering a bespoke child's painting for loved ones this Christmas, you'll have to have drawings to me by: November … Read More »
The Beach Painting
Sometimes a "thank you" note isn't enough. When we visited La Jolla for Spring Break, we stayed with our friends. We were there for a week, enjoying their company and using their home. When we left, they gave us hand-crafted papers from Italy and all sorts of books in French (two little fetishes of mine). I felt so spoiled. I felt a "thank … Read More »
Elementary School Art
Last week, Dave and I were able to haul 3 GIANT children's paintings to an elementary school office. These paintings were 4 ft. x 4 ft. each! Chosen from drawings done by kids at the school, they add such spunk to the office. Parents see them immediately when they walk into the office. There is an outdoor theme that connects them, although … Read More »
Elementary Art: Part III
Today I'm showing the third and final painting that will be going in an elementary school office. I took a small portion of a picture a girl drew about playing at recess. Don't you just love the face and the way she captured those beaded jump ropes schools always have? (At least they had them when I went through school. How about you … Read More »
Elementary School Art: Part II
In all of its simplicity, this little drawing was able to catch the joy and expression that comes with kids and a trampoline. It was chosen as the second piece to go in an elementary school office. We joke that they are cute little "zombies". I started turning it into a bespoke painting this week. After looking at it a few days, I'm … Read More »
Elementary School Art
Remember the art I created for an elementary school? Well, they wanted a few more paintings, this time for a large wall inside the secretary's office. The school gathered pictures from random students, and then together, we chose three of the best pictures...ones that all had a common thread or theme to them. We ended up with a playful, … Read More »
The Robot
My son's drawings almost kill me over with joy. I'm afraid he'll soon be better than I am! His imagination is larger than life, and he whips out these little drawings so fast. He did a series of robots the other day. Here is one that I turned into a painting. I re-created it on an 11x14 inch cotton canvas. The edges are painted if you … Read More »
The Milkman
A few years back, my sis and her hubby took a trip to Madagascar. They came back with some amazing pictures, and I begged her to let me paint one specifically. It had this thread of exotic and familiar all at the same time. While it may be from Madagascar, I felt it could be anywhere in Europe in a time gone by. The big, beautiful flowers are … Read More »
“Rocket” Heirloom Painting
I noticed this cute drawing done by my son at the beginning of the week and couldn't resist painting it! It's a handsome little thing that would be a great addition to any boy's room. It is hand-painted and filled with color and texture! It's 16x20, and unframed. You can see the staples down the sides, so that it will need a frame. The good … Read More »
Heirloom Children’s Art: Mario Gets Redone
Remember this painting my son drew, that went in the elementary school? Well, I re-painted him, this time for my son's room. My son's HUGE grin when he saw it was approval enough for me! We definitely passed the creative gene onto this kid. To help us save time in the morning (when we are getting ready for school), I ask the kids to … Read More »