New Art

Here I am practicing some techniques I picked up at Art and Soul. I just put a little spin on it. (smile). Enjoy!

Kimberly

Faith's Healer

Here is a piece I made called "Faith's Healer". Since so much is going on in the world around us these days. I think this piece represents a warm and solemn place that we all need. The gentle image. The depth of the tapestry blanket representing all that is around us. Perched in front the milagros heart with the peaceful butterfly inside hoping to be released to bring peace and calm. When you look at this piece allow yourself to be taken to a peaceful place to "Faith's Healer". Enjoy!

K.

"Add a little Art to your Day"

Along with my new artsy attitude, I am vowing to add at least one piece of art to my day. Today I created this little number from an overseas magazine ad(don't know which one and can't remember what ad). But the technique is one I saw in Somerset Magazine. Damn, wish I had thought of it first. ;o) It was a fun painting technique. Altering an existing photo to a fantasy creation. A special technique that I am sure I will use again. Enjoy and Happy crafting.

Peace,

Kimberly

Terms

Its been a month already and I have seen more in this past month then I have in the past year. My life is certainly coming to a changing point. Now that my children are older, I have decided that it may be time to take care of me. I have come to terms with myself. Earlier in May I went on a fantastic journey to Art and Soul in Hampton VA. I met so many wonderful and talented people. I was truly in my element. I dreamed of living in an artist colony where we could all just live and create art together everyday. But alas the real world rarely possesses a place like this. I mean we do have to pay for shelter and food. ;o)

I have come to terms with myself and decided that this would be what I want out of life to travel, meet and create art with like minds. Most of my life, actually 33 years of it, I have surrounded myself with people who don't have interests or care about the same ideas or things I do. I understand now how that has stifled my growth for so long. Well I am ready to expand on my journey and grow further as my art muse calls me. Being self taught sometimes I can be unsure about what I want to pursue. But I think that's where I will have the most fun is finding out what things I like best. Because I am going to try my hand at each art technique and see what tickles my fancy. Wish me luck!
Kimberly

April 29, 2007

"Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life."

This statement will ring true for me this week, yeah!!! Art and Soul Virginia is my destination. I am so ready for this. Woo Hoo! I think this little ATC says it all. Really looking forward to meeting the instructors and other people who share the same interests as me. Let me kick life's dustbunnies to the curb for a while. I will be back soon with a few new things to share.

Peace,

Kimberly

SOME DAYS JUST END BETTER THAN OTHERS

This just happened to be one of those days. Over the weekend I was really down in the dumps, I mean really over the edge. I know some people may experience this when they reach a certain place on their timetable. But honestly, I felt like I was stranded on an island. The worst part yet, no one was even looking for me. Rough huh?

Well anyway, I woke up this morning and kicked myself into gear for Art day. Which was very successful. I had to create 9 ATCs for a Faith Ringgold swap. I then received a call from someone I hadn't heard from in over 6 months. Best of all I received a Secret Sister Birthday Package from one of my Friends thru Art, Ms. Carolyn Hoobler. She really outdid herself. Her gift was filled with delightful ethnic treats to alter cards and books with as well as my favorite M&Ms. Best of all was a beautiful box that she created just for me. It really had a special meaning. The box has 3 little girls on top and they remind me of my sisters and myself when we were growing up. I was the youngest. How did she know? Big quodos for that!
This was a delightful day and get this it was Monday!
Peace,
Kimberly

It's Been A While

Here are some new atcs for trade: The Starlight Lounge Series

If you would like to trade for them:

1) Party Girl

2) Starlight Lounge

3) Sassy Sharona

4) She's so Cool

It has been a while, but I am among the living. Gosh, I have been so busy. Busy doing what you might ask. Well, for starters I help out in Suze Weinberg's Design Studio and its been busy. I also recently taught an altered book class there. It was fun. The ladies really showed their creativity and enjoyed the various background techniques I demonstrated for them. Plus, I've been trying to create art in between these things as well as think of new ideas. Do you think my brain is on overload yet? ;o) Its all fun and keeps me on my creative toes.

Well, I will see you all soon.

Kimberly

Altered Book Journey

Altering has never been so much fun. It comes in second to trading cards. Which will always be my first love. When I saw the shape of this book, I immediately feel in love with it. I kept visualizing the images of curvy voluptuous women gracing the pages. But, I waited until the perfect picture came along before I began my creation. I am looking forward to the next one, this little red hot number definitely awakened my art muse. Enjoy.

Kimberly

Its Official

No. 8 is now gone. See you in a few days with some more for trade. :o)
Thanks for the support,
Kimberly

Monday Art Day A Success

How delightful it is that all but 1 of my cards are spoken for. I really would like to thank all the interest that I had for my PlayDay Cards. Everyone was so kind with their comments. I do have one card unspoken for and that is card #8. So its first come first serve like before. I will be posting new art in a few days.

On to other news, a few posts back I spoke of someone I knew who suffered a debilitating illness on New Year's. Well I am delighted to say she has made a miraculous recovery. She does still have a long road ahead, but she's still with us. Which definitely reaffirms my belief in the power of prayer. Thank you Lord!

Feel free to share your comments and thoughts with me. But the rule is to keep it close to art. Please no ads or wacky entries. I won't read them. They will just be ignored or deleted. Thank you.

Have a blessed weekend. I will be off teaching a class. Here's a picture of one of the pages I will be showing how to create.

Peace,

Kimberly