Making some more progress today.....

More pics of my latest painting in progress.....

in progress.....

still in progress.....

It was such a pretty evening, so I worked on this piece outside on the deck.  Such a pretty sunset, I didn't want to miss it.

working on a new painting.....

Just the beginnings of a new one here to show you.....

A wonderful quote.....

I read this today and just had to re-post....
There are 5 things in life you cannot recover:
A stone...after it's thrown.
A word...after it's said.
An occasion...after it's missed.
The time...after it's gone.
...A person...after they die.
Life is short. Break the rules. Forgive quickly. Kiss slowly. Love truly. Laugh uncontrollably, and never regret anything that made you smile. Enjoy Life!!

Sometimes....

Sometimes life is not so smooth.  I don't really like the bumpy times, they give me stress and anxiety, but I know that there is always some life lesson to be found in them.  So when they come my way, I will try to find the lesson that is hiding underneath all the ick.  And then when I think I have found it, I will let go of the stress it caused me and try my hardest to be thankful for the lesson learned.  I will ask God to take away the hurt and anxiety and to make me stronger for it instead.

A recent lesson I have learned is that sometimes people are not what they want you to think they are.  Some people dont wish goodness for you. Some people are miserable and will only be happy if you are miserable too. Some people hold themselves above others and refuse to look at their own actions or even to take responsibility for their own lives, and the lives that they have made or touched negatively.  Some people shut their eyes to what is right in front of them and go on hurting themselves and others.  I have learned that communicating with these people is impossible because they will only hear what they want to hear.  I have learned that I dont need to have these kind of people in my life.  I have learned that I am only responsible for learning my life lessons and that I cannot help someone else learn theirs if they dont want the help.  I have learned that it is okay to be myself, to be honest and true.  I've learned that sometimes it's okay to let go.  It's okay to be happy.

They're in love....

I think they are such a cute couple-hehe

Pirate Boy

Here is a sweet little Pirate Boy for summer time :)
PIRATE BOY
12 x 12
acrylic

I made this little guy for the Autism Pirate Party.  I'll donate a print of him and one of the little mermaid with the blonde hair for their auction.

I just want.....

I just want to paint something SPECTACULAR!  :)

First Friday Art Walk, Imagine Gallery August 2011

Such a fun place to be on this August First Friday!  Imagine Gallery in Eugene Oregon.  So fun to be there and walk amungst the crowd as they looked at all the wonderful art.  I'm so very proud to be a part of this special place!   Here are some pics from the Art Walk Tour....

Thats Tym, the owner of the gallery.  She has been so helpful to me, I really appreciate her!

Those three up top are mine!  Whoot! Whoot!

There's Ron in the bottom left-hehe

Proud to be a part of this....

I'm so proud to be a part of these "girl" journals!  I'm in the company of so many wonderful artists, so that feels incredible to me!  These journals are really awesome!
CUSTOM PLANNERS

All we can do....

All we can do is be the best that we can be.  Live our own truths.  Be kind along the way.  Give love.  Treat others as we want to be treated.  Take responsibility for our actions.  Learn and keep learning.  Grow and keep growing.  Live with compassion and gratefullness.  Every action matters...it's all part of the journey.  Hold on to some, let go of others.  Let our hearts lead the way.  Listen carefully to our instincts.  Let forgiveness in.  Ask questions.  Listen for answers.  Live this short life with a pure heart.

A wonderful weekend...

We had such a wonderful weekend with friends from long ago.  It is so comforting to be around friends from your past.  The weather was perfect and the company was the best!  Here we are wine tasting in Chahlem valley, OR.  Thank you God, for wonderful friends and happy memories old and new.

Hmmmm....my beliefs are simple....

I just walked on the treadmill this morning.  Now as I cool down, I'm sitting at my computer and I feel like typing these words.  My beliefs are simple.  This is a belief of mine:  Everyone of us has an obligation to God, to live OUR truth.  I believe God wants everyone of us to be happy.  Sometimes we stray off of our lighted path, and into the darkness.  That is when we need to quiet ourselves and listen.  God will show us how to get back to the light and back to our truth.  We owe it to ourselves and to God to try our best to stay on our lighted path, the one God has intended for us.  That is where we will learn all of our lifes lessons.  That is where we will grow in our relationship with Him.  That is where we will find peace and love.

To shut our eyes to the truth and to what needs to be seen is the same as putting up a wall between us and our intended path.  This is so sad because when you refuse to see the truth, then you block yourself from learning what it is that God wants you to learn.  When you refuse to learn, you also hurt your own relationship with Him.

To deal with difficulties in a passive-aggressive way and without words and truth is so useless.  It's not only useless, it's harmful and it keeps that person in the dark and lost.  No good can come from that.  Life is a constant journey.  It's a journey of life lessons and love.  It's always changing and growing and evolving.  If you stop in your tracks and close your eyes you will miss it all.

Life is short and precious.  There is no room or time for hatered or silly mind games.  Say what is in your heart.  Love the ones that mean the most to you.  Have compassion for everyone.  Enjoy this beautiful journey.  Learn everyday.

Mermaid and Sea Turtle....

Mermaid and Sea Turtle
12 x 12
mixed media
acrylic, oil pastel, collage

Treasure the time you spend with those you love.

mermaid...in progress....

I've been working on this little blonde mermaid today.  Here are a couple of pics of her in progress....

Christmas Angel

Christmas Angel-Christmas Wishes For Peace On Earth
11 x 14
mixed media
oil pastel, acrylic, collage

and a close up look....

A little Christmas in July....

Working on a Christmas Angel-she is pretty much finished...still working on the background though.

Won't you join me for some coffe or tea?

This week I've been working on this cute little coffe/tea set.  Trying out my new style on something a little different....Hope you like...I wish we could share a piece of that yummy cake together!  Haha....

Delicious ....

11 x 14 Mixed Media

Oil Pastel, Acrylic, graphite, collage

One Lump Or Two?....

11 x 14 Mixed Media

Oil Pastel, Acrylic, graphite, collage

Yum Yum...

11 x 14 Mixed Media

Oil Pastel, Acrylic, graphite, collage

Coffee Tea Latte Mocha...

11 x 14 Mixed Media

Oil Pastel, Acrylic, graphite, collage

She Sang A Lullaby To The Moon

SHE SANG A LULLABY TO THE MOON
12 x 12
oil passtel, acrylic

My alter....

This morning I took some pictures of my alter table.  I have collected some special things that I keep on this table.  These are some of the things I cherish...

I love Buddahs.  There is something so peaceful about them.  I have collected quite a few, but I just can't seem to get enough of them.  Around this one are some crystals and stones that I've collected from different people and places.  Around his  neck is a necklace that Ron brought back from Tibet.  This is one of my favorite Buddahs.

  This beautiful Pieta used to belong to my Grandmother, Mildred Campbell.  Her and I were really close and I miss her all the time.  She experienced too much loss for one person to ever go through in a life time.  This statue always makes me think of her, holding her own son, my uncle that died in a practice flight, when he was a pilot in the army.  His name was William Samual Campbell II.  He was a co-pilot on an F-16.  He died before I was born.  He was my Dads older, only brother and he was my Grandmothers first born son. I believe he watches over me.       Also, next to the statue is my Grandmas bible.  These pieces are really special to me.

This statue is so special, because it came from the coffin of my husbands Grandmother.  Her and I held a special relationship of true friendship, and I miss it often.  I know she is happy to be in heaven with her true love, as she missed him terribly after he died, and she was left without him.  She was a beautiful lady.

A few more Buddahs...The ivory elephants belonged to my Grandmother, as did the bracelet in the front.  She loved to travel and bring home suveniers.

Haha, another Buddah...I think this one belonged to my Grandmother also.  The elephant is a little box I got in Thailand.  The bracelet I made when I went to BG Camp; there I learned so, so much, and met such beautiful souls that forever have touched my life.  The glass jar with the word DREAM comes from a wonderful time spent with incredible women, whom I love and admire.  The sister rock in front comes from a very special soul, one I'm never letting go of-BFSSF.

So this is my alter...a place where I can keep my most cherished things.  Where I can go to feel comfort and peace.  Where I can go to remember people and experiences.  Where I can pray or ask for guidance. Where I can go to feel calm.

Love is my religion.  I love God.  I love Jesus.  I love Buddah and the peace he gives me.  I love my family.  I love my friends.  I love peace.  I love simplicity.  I love quiet.  I love laughter.  I love memories.  I love clarity. I love to create.  I love new experiences.  I love learning. I love naps.  I love sleep. I love sunshine.  I love the ocean.  I love beaches.  I love my dog Cooper.  I know I will love heaven.  Oh there is just so much to love.

Newest painting....

This is my newest painting in progress.  I actually pulled out an old, unfinished painting of mine from about a year ago, and started re working it.  It will be called...WHE SANG A LULLABY TO THE MOON

Her Generosity.....

All finished....
HER GENEROSITY BROUGHT HER JOY AND CONTENMENT
12 x 12
mixed media
oil pastel, acrylic, graphite, collage

Working on a new girl....

Newest girl in progress...

She Trusted...

She Trusted In The Light....
12 x 12
mixed media
oil pastel, acrylic, ink, graphite

She Knew....

She Knew She Could Trust Her Own Heart.
12 x 12
mixed media
oil pastel, acrylic, collage

Another girl....

I think this is going to be my favorite so far....and for some reason she is arriving very effortlessly!

Nurture

NURTURE
12 x 12
oil pastel, acrylic, graphite, collage