Nestled in Portugal’s Alentejo region, Évora is a treasure trove of history, culture, and crafts. With its ancient roots, this UNESCO World Heritage city invites visitors to step back in time while savouring the delights of modern traditions. My recent visit to Évora and its surroundings left me enchanted, from Roman ruins to handmade rugs…
Lisbon Portugal is a country where history whispers through ancient cobblestone streets, culture thrives in every soulful fado melody, and flavors burst to life with every bite of its celebrated cuisine. From the sun-dappled hills of Lisbon to the timeless charm of Évora, this land offers a tapestry of experiences that captivate the senses and…
As I prepare to travel to Portugal, I have mixed feelings. On the one hand, the excitement of travel and discovery, on the other – the pull of home for a homebody like me. Home is where the world makes sense to me. It’s not just the walls or the cozy corners, but the rhythm…
As I write this, I’m watching a black squirrel running back and forth on the fence. It seems to be having a grand time. Up the bare tree it goes, only to come down and jump on the fence and start all over again. It looks like a very healthy squirrel, bushy tail and shiny…
The “in-between” periods, though not as visibly productive, are actually part of the creative cycle. They allow for a pause, a rest period that can help recharge your creative energy. This phase is essential.
I wake up every morning and wonder why I still do what I do. Why that need to create. Some people may think “creating for the sake of creating.” I’m reminded of a quote by Ludwig van Beethoven who wrote a stunning letter to his brothers after completing his Second Symphony. I quote: “Ah, how…
Happy Thanksgiving!
I have a lot to be thankful for. For sure.
Today, I want to delve into a subject that’s deeply personal to me: the beauty and significance of bare trees, both in art and in life. Growing up surrounded by trees, especially with my dad as the general manager of a lumber mill in a small town, I developed a unique relationship with trees. The…
Finding peace in the process Yikes! Another week has gone by and we find ourselves at the end of September. Where has the year gone? hahaha Have you heard that one before? It seems that the world has accelerated and we can’t make it stop; somedays I feel like yelling “let me get off”. Slow…
Ahhh, a lot! That’s the answer to the question what goes on behind the scenes, if you are wondering. This week has been all about making changes and updates to the website. We’ve all experienced it: that moment of realization when you look at your website and think, “This could use a little refresh.” It’s…
What’s not to like? A couple of weeks ago, I joined a free workshop with Deb Cooper organized by TextileArtist.org. The workshop was all about stitched marks and dyeing experiments. Very well organized. A lovely workbook and an e-book with work by Deb plus a community and great instructions. Right up my alley. If you’ve…
As an artist, you’ve likely been asked countless times, “Where does your inspiration come from?” It’s one of those questions that, no matter how often it’s asked, still feels difficult to answer in a simple sentence. But why do people ask this? What are they truly curious about, and how can we as artists provide…
I’ve been talking, creating videos and thinking a lot about composition in art. What it is. And why it is so important when creating. A lot of research has been done in the past few months and I, myself, have learned a lot. So, you may ask, what is Composition? Composition in art refers to…
Here I am … another week has gone by and we find ourselves at the end of August. Isn’t it amazing how time flies? It feels like just yesterday I was wandering the bustling streets of London, soaking up the energy of one of the world’s most vibrant cities. My trip in 2019 seems like…
I watch the Olympics. I watch it all. I talked about it last week in my blog. And it was certainly the case this week. I am fascinated and in awe of all the talent out there. The commitment. The strength of these athletes to perform at their peak even when not at their peak….