Monthly Archives: December 2011

Michelle Ward’s Crusade #58

Posted on December 31, 2011 by Carolyn

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 →

Posted in Art Journaling | 16 Comments

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 →

Posted in Mixed Media, painting | 24 Comments

Inspired Hosue

Posted on December 24, 2011 by Carolyn

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

Posted on December 23, 2011 by Carolyn

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 →

Posted in painting | 28 Comments

Wallpaper Joy

Posted on December 22, 2011 by Carolyn

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 →

Posted in Mixed Media | 3 Comments

Ice Hotel

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Carolyn

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

Posted on December 19, 2011 by Carolyn

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 →

Posted in Mixed Media | 15 Comments