#thisartistslife

23”x30” watercolors, pencil on cold pressed paper

"When you buy something from an artist, you're buying more than an object. You're buying hundreds of hours of experimentation. You're buying years of frustration and moments of pure joy. You're not buying just one thing, you're buying a piece of a heart, a piece of a soul, a small piece of someone else's life." . 16 years of being a self employed artist and I still haven't read anything as true to the experience of being a working, independent artist as this. . Thank you every single one of you for taking part in this journey with me. 💗 . #tumblecreatures #thisartistslife #meettheartist #independentartist #etsymom #handmade #handmadeisbetter #mompranuer #sculpture #artist #polymerclayart #polymerclayartist https://www.instagram.com/p/BxGCeIZnCHL/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1pxik6o71vdju

Just a few pics of my studio. The sculpting/painting table is the first pic. Drawing (and recently cleaned) table is the second pic. I love seeing artist's studios! If you have pics of your studio somewhere comment below so I can see! . #thisartistslife #meettheartist #artstudio #artist #artsy #studio #inthestudio #makersgonnamake #artistmom #momartist #painting #sculpting #drawing #tumblecreatures https://www.instagram.com/p/BtjinJ4nxmd/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=bunbh3jeqskf

I started sculpting as a way to try and beat some painting burnout. I was doing a lot of portrait commissions at the time and I needed a break. I made it a habit that every week on my day off I would sculpt something. I fell in love with working with clay and trying to bring what was in my head to life in a physical form I could hold and touch. . I have been in love with sculpting ever since. There have been times when I've felt burned out or completely out of ideas these last 7 years. But that love for sculpting always returns. . #tumblecreatures #thisartistslife #mystory #meettheartist #meetthemaker #sculpture #polymerclay #artoftheday #collectible #figurine #modelhorseart #modelhorsecollector #supersculpey #horseart https://www.instagram.com/p/Bvr98VunrBX/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=10wmju2dxis4e

Greetings my friends on this NYE! To set the tone of positive intentions for 2023 please allow my brief moment of reflection on the good things that manifested in 2022……. 42 one-of-a-kind new assemblage works came to fruition from my imagination and were created entirely from repurposed objects that I acquired from the generously offered donations of friends, fans and followers. I exhibited these and more in 11 exhibitions including a solo show in Sacramento dedicated to concepts of gratitude demonstrated by the study of crows. I hosted another successful assemblage making workshop in August and took part in SF Open Studios at Arc the first weekend of November. The "Lost & Found" fine art book I was fortunate to be featured in with 8 Northern California assemblage artists was published for purchase in the Fall followed by the Fateful Findings exhibition I was able to curate at Arc to celebrate it. The year concludes with my departure from my seven year role as administrative support with the nonprofit, ArtSpan. I hope each of you are genuinely eager to embrace a fresh start on New Year's Day as much as I am! I have plans in place to spend the first half of the year making my personal wellness a number one priority by recuperating, recalibrating, and restoring healthy mind, body and soul nourishing practices carefully balanced with art making studio time. Later in the year I will be taking on artist support projects like ghost writing artist statements, hosting two workshops and offering private mentoring. Stay tuned to learn more about how our paths may have opportunities to cross this next turn around the sun! #happynewyear #yearendreview #endofanera #newyearseve #thisartistslife #howIspent2022 #starttofinish #nye #reflection #settingintention #creativeconnection #gratitude #freshstart (at San Francisco, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cm1luniLncx/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Perhaps a bit overdressed to take Angus for a walk, but when in Tombstone... . #1890s #thisartistslife #oldwesttombstone #historicdistrict #silkandwool #labelleepoque #frenchlace #LAgirlintombstone #LAartist #ohthosevictorians #historicalcostuming #museumhat #belleepoque #ourtombstonehouse #oldwestlife #jackrussellterrier #bonnieprinceangus #jackrusselsofinstagram (at The Dressmaker's Cottage at #11) https://www.instagram.com/p/CIboeZ4Duqd/?igshid=1kgydn8a4ecnr

Of course she's still in pins, but what's a little hand finishing the night before we leave for the Tombstone house? This silk faille is a dream to sew with...can't wait to see this in my violet parlor room. . . . . . #1890sfashion #1890s #thisartistslife #labelleepoque #frenchsequins #fuchsia #silkfaille #antiquelace #lilyabsinthelife #extantlace #historicalsewing #historicalcostuming #belleepoque #museumlace #gibsongirl (at Lily Absinthe Gowns & Corsetry) https://www.instagram.com/p/CH_5XrLD6h1/?igshid=i1utykkwa2f1

I just gave an online artist talk tonight with my @arcgallerysf studio mates and I shared about how so many wonderful friends, acquaintances and complete strangers have consistently offered, presented and shipped to me random, delightfully strange objects that have kept my inventory of art supplies well stocked (and utilized) for the past 6 years. My sincere heartfelt thanks to you @mommyoftwins for thinking of me and taking the time to send these glorious numbered teeth enamels!!! I feel seen, blessed, and INSPIRED! 🥰❤️🥰❤️🥰 #gratitude #thisartistslife #donationsgladlyaccepted #teeth #whendentistrybeconesart #turnobjectsintoart (at Arc Studios & Gallery) https://www.instagram.com/p/CGT1chChEzc/?igshid=1gln569p5dixl