Monthly Archives: December 2011

Michelle Ward’s Crusade #58

This was a tough crusade for me – to get me in my journal.  To be in FRONT of the camera.  I am a  one woman “mammaratzi”  & have been for years – so there aren’t many photos of me. … Continue reading

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Paint Party Friday

I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday!  I took a few days off from the computer and I’ve missed it!  This piece is just a big experiment.  It started as layers of glossy magazine text and a die cut leftover … Continue reading

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Inspired Hosue

I ran across this piece I made in Christy Tomlinson’s class as I was finalizing a few gifts.  It struck me how important home is – home with family – and that changes happens whether I am ready or not.  … Continue reading

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Merry Fishmas

The plan:  A wonderful holiday piece of art to let everyone know how much I have appreciated their comments, community, and creativity during the year. Reality:  I spent way too long running errands, a little time wrapping gifts, and spent  … Continue reading

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Wallpaper Joy

Christmas preparations are consuming so much of my time that I had to work hard to find time for art today.  But I found it!!! I’ve been playing with my spatula for spread colors.  It has more control than a … Continue reading

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Ice Hotel

My family thinks I’m off my rocker since I really want to spend a night at an ice hotel.  It might be chilly, but what an amazing sight these places must be!  For now, it’ll just be a wish in … Continue reading

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Spatula Painting

Do you ever look at something and know you must cover it in paint?  A cardboard box spoke to me.  Once I had the painted the cardboard the tree die cut started whispering that it was just what I needed. … Continue reading

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