Proper Preparation

It's been amazingly beautiful outside...a mixture of clouds and sun, and even perhaps a sprinkle here and there.

It's a day that reminds me that life sometimes takes these incredibly different turns from one minute to the next, and even though those turns are unexpected...all is well anyhow.

I don't necessarily say this to say anything other than this is how I am feeling at the moment. There aren't any super drastic changes or turns that have occurred since the last time that I spoke to you. All is going really well...Steady Eddy to be exact.

And that is what I need...

In this season of stability, I am watching the roses grow from seedling up in great anticipation of smelling them when they blossom. I'm not rushing the process. In fact, it's the slowness of the process that is allowing me to dig deep into self introspection and love the journey!

I'll be ready for what comes ahead because now, I am properly preparing myself for the journey!!

What a wonderful feeling!

In the meantime...here are a few things that have been birthed creatively in the last few weeks:

Corner of Gratitude:
Understanding me

Pearls of Wisdom:
"True stability results when presumed order and presumed disorder are balanced. A truly stable system expects the unexpected, is prepared to be disrupted, waits to be transformed."
~Tom Robbins

Your Thoughts:
What are you okay with today? What does your stable place look like today (if you have one)?

Until next time...

Freedom Friday: Back Posting

I hardly ever back post here. I've done it a time or two, but for the most part, I don't. 

I could make up a whole host of excuses for why I am choosing to back post this go round, but it wouldn't matter. The reality is...life happens...always! That means regardless of what goes on, the job must still get done. 

I got it! 

With that being said, it's FREEDOM FRIDAY!!!

With that being said, it's been a tough week. I had to witness a client of mine had to put to rest her son. I didn't know her son, but I know her. A sweet woman who seemingly lives a quiet life...handling her business. It effected me more than I thought it would. A mother burying a son, when the natural order of things is the other way around. 

I've gotten nothing much done in the last few days. I managed to sketch a bit, and had a few meetings and am working with a Program on a mural project (I'll post about that soon). By far I didn't get as much done as I needed to. 

The good thing is today is another day. I have the opportunity to start afresh with a new attitude and mind frame about things. So here is to a new start!

Corner of Gratitude:
The thought of a new start

Pearls of Wisdom:
"You may have a fresh start at any moment you choose, for this thing we call 'failure' is not the falling down, but the staying down."
~Mary Pickford

Your Thoughts:
What have you started fresh today?

Until next time...

Revamped Schedule In Full Swing

I am getting this post out early today as I have a few things to get done while I am out and about. It is mid-week and all things are working towards the goals that I have set at the start of the week. 

The first thing on the list that I posted last go round was to sketch daily. It's only been 3 days, but I find that I am enjoying the routine thus far. I am very observant, which I would dare to say is the most important part of art. However, in the past I have been very reliant on photos and not pulling on my good ole' noggin (memory) much. 

For those that know me, know that I am fascinated with the human anatomy. I'm not moved by nudity like others may be. I see beauty where someone else may see porn. It's too bad that we have been so conditioned to see the human body as mostly a sexual object. I wish that people could see through the lens of artists more often. They would see that the anatomy of a human being is beautifully and intricately designed. A masterpiece really!

So a lot (not all) of my sketches are going to be me practicing from what I observed and have studied (massage therapist in me) from remembrance. They aren't perfect by far, but I will continue to practice. 

I haven't managed to get any painting in this week at all. I'm not too concerned about this one as I have in mind to get some done before the end of the week. I have a huge canvas that needs to be stretched, and the only thing that is holding me back is finding the correct staples for my staple gun. Vintage items are fascinating, but not so fascinating if you can't find working parts for them anymore :) I suppose I need to update my tools, but I find that the old versions work so much better. You win some and you lose some I suppose!

Social media has been kind to me these past few days. I have been posting on a daily basis. I have to confess...I am not the best at twitter. I am more of a Instagram and Pintrest girl, and Facebook would be my least favorite. I suppose as a visual artist, I am drawn most to images, hence why I like IG and Pintrest.

The search for residencies and juried shows hasn't really happened, although I did see a few yesterday that were worth me applying to in the search for a part-time gig. I'm not too concerned about that process either to be real honest. I am working hard on other fronts that will make this project much easier when the time comes to apply. 

All in all, I am making a conscious decision to show up daily for my purpose. It feels real good, and keeps me motivated beyond belief!

Corner of Gratitude:

Small steps

Pearls of Wisdom:

"Art is a step from what is obvious and well-known toward what is arcane and concealed."

~Khalil Gibran

Your Thoughts:

How are you showing up each day to make your purpose on this Earth count?

Until next time...