It is strange, down right surreal when an idea takes shape and it goes against so many conventions that is causes an explosion. Of fury, of rage, or maybe an explosion of new ideas, new ways of thinking. If I... Continue Reading →
Having a long holiday weekend is a treat. However, having it on days when the sun is shining and the weather is inviting is downright divine! Everything beckons you to go outside, to enjoy the sights and wake up from... Continue Reading →
Some time ago my father and I had some true DIY time together and made some frames for canvas I had lying around. As we were sawing the frames, chipping away, small pieces of framing material fell off. I quickly... Continue Reading →
Sometimes when you go on vacation a place can leave its mark in you. Whether it is the general atmosphere, the beautiful scenery, the lovely people or the food you enjoyed so much, but you know deep down if there... Continue Reading →
I sat down with a steaming cup of latte in front of the window where we have the bird feeder. I opened up my laptop and decided that if no bird is going to bother showing up this time, I'll... Continue Reading →
Painting with acrylics is relatively new to me. I started with a little set I bought at a crafts store. You know the type, tiny little tubes in a box that are perfect to decide if you want to flirt... Continue Reading →
I tend to hang the paintings I am working on up on the wall just like a finished painting. This way I can scrutinize it from all angles, in all sort of light conditions and decide where to go with... Continue Reading →
A stark white canvas is notoriously hard to work with. It glares in your eyes and distorts the effect of the colors. However, what is even harder to work with is a base you already have and love. All you... Continue Reading →
I feel like a little kid that has carefully dipped one toe into the water to test its temperature before the plunge. I have created various sketches to study individual buildings, shapes in my hometown and have made one sketch... Continue Reading →
