My kids and I just got back from a trip to San Francisco. That town is chocked full of wonders for the eyes, for all the senses. I was drawn to this view down a quiet street near Union Square. The street on the whole looked a bit quiet and monochromatic but thoughts in color splash a section to make you stop and ponder…
The world has so much to say. It seems best said it n color.
We started off this week with a happy sign from Mother Nature. She teaches me daily the art of seeing in the unseen, the artful nature of things. What a marvelous order exists in twigs and branches and other things she shares.
Supreme artist Mother Nature strikes my fancy every time.
Just a walk down the street she caught my eye with her lively painted flowers. The oranges and yellows so vibrant I couldn’t help but be one of the people you see on the side of the road capturing a moment on their phone.
I love the way nature, like art calls your attention, look! Do I make you feel, do I call on your memories, do I bring you into the moment you’re in?
Yes Mother Nature, Yes Art, you do.
Flowers
Mother Nature
Ageless
Free Fun!
Join us tonight for a good deed crafting event from 6:30-8:30pm, making Valentine’s for local Veterans.
Help us bring smiles to Veternan’s faces by creating one of a kind Valentine’s from the heart. All materials will be provided, light refreshments served and warm hearts to welcome you.
Also on hand this evening will be and informative talk on Wellness in the heart and home.
We look forward to creating with you.
Email [email protected] to say you’ll come.
It was such treat to be invited to contribute to a hip blog, “Capture the Sweet Moments” , where I was able to share about the importance of creativity as I see it.
Please visit Erin’s blog to read all about it and to get to know her site. It’s a treat!
http://sweetmomentsblog.com/?p=447
Cars are pretty popular creations at the studio for all ages. It’s no wonder that Jackson wanted on of his own, with a little help of course. Paper, paint, tape and of course a Bat Man Pez dispenser makes it really special.
Watch out speed Racer!
Bat Car
Jackson
3 yrs
The idea of weaving this little basket had Solie inspired! Using some interesting trimmings form the fancy trimmings bin made it a super cute catch all for lifes little treasures.
This N’ That Basket
Solie
10rs
When these girls came in with an assignment to build a replica of an early American wagon they found the perfect wheels to tow the line. Pizza topers made great wheels when they put two together. From there it all just fell into place, a cardboard tomato tray covered in popsicle sticks became the base of the wagon and an Oatmeal container made the curved frame for the cover. This is sure to be an A+ project for school!
Covered Wagon
Allysa, Julia & Talia
10yrs
Ryan’s task was typical for a school assigned project. Take one aspect of the book being read and bring it to life in your own way.
Ryan liked the Gold Rush Steam Ship in his story so inspiration was sparked!
Since the moulding in the wood bin caught his eye the task was how to make it a boat on a river. Some creative thinking and perseverance help him bring it to life with a sails, and a coal bunker to keep the steam comin’
Thanks for taking us back in time!
Gold Rush Steam Ship
Ryan
10yrs
There is something about a rectangular piece of wood that seems to lend itself to saying or name creating. Lamia thought so too.
She gathered stretchy string, broken twigs and a clothes pin to make her name stand out. I can just imagine this sign hanging on the door to her room.
Name Plate
Lamia
8yrs