thoughts and thinkings of an artist
A Creative Way to Meditate on Scripture | Create a Scripture Jar
"And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God." Romans 12:2 Here's a simple, creative and fun way to meditate on God's Word! Create a...
A Creative Way to Brighten Your Home with a Paper Doll | Create a Paper Doll Picture
Here is a fun hands-on way to create your own Paper Doll Picture and brighten a corner in your home! :) Have a spot on your wall that needs to be filled? This craft can be simple and easy! Or, you can make it more challenging if you like ...it's flexible. ;) ...
Perseverance | Encouragement for Your Day
"He becometh poor that dealeth with a slack hand: but the hand of the diligent maketh rich." Proverbs 10:4 "If I have ever made any valuable discoveries, it has been owing more to patient attention, than to any other talent." - Isaac Newton
Cali Calico Paper Doll | Free Friday
Hello friends!! Exciting news ...there's a new paper doll in the Melissa Jacie family of paper dolls ...Cali Calico! Hello, everybody! My name is Cali, and it's so exciting to be a part of the Melissa Jacie paper doll family! I'm looking forward to...
Using a Printer in Your Process | Tuesday Tips
This is a simple method that can really help illustrators in their process! You'll need some artwork intended for coloring/painting, as well as a camera/scanner, computer with editing software, a printer, and paper. After you have created the artwork you want...
Oil Painting and Q&A | Wednesday Behind-the-Scenes
This year, I've started to pursue a focus in oil painting with my mentor. It is exciting to continue growing in this area. My journey really started with oils when I was in my mid-teens and I still have so far to go! Things That Have Helped Me with Oils...
Ideas on How to Get Re-Inspired as an Artist | Tuesday Tips
Have you ever felt discouraged, un-motivated and un-inspired over creating art? Perhaps you vaguely want to draw, paint or create something, but getting yourself excited over it is hard. Today, I'd like to share with you a list of ideas on how to get...
A Smile for Your Day
Hello, friends! It's truly been a long time--over a year since I've really said "hello" on this dear, dusty, art blog! How are you all doing? I hope to get this website spruced up a bit and start posting a little more regularly. ;) If you have any ideas or wishes for...
Ruth Ann Harrison Additional Wardrobe | Monday Littles
Surprise!! Yes!! Two new outfits for Ruth Ann Harrison! Click the link below to download them! Ruth Ann Harrison Additional Wardrobe
Which Post Was Your Favorite?
Which Post Was Your Favorite? Don't worry if you didn't read the whole post! ;) [poll id="8"] Thank-you so much for giving me your thoughts! Feel free to give any more input in the comment form below! What kind of posts would you like most to see in the...
About the Artist
Melissa Thomsen is an northeastern woman with a mission to share God’s Word through compelling, inspirational and interpretive works of art.
She believes in the importance and life-giving power of the Word of God and desires to draw hearts closer to Jesus Christ and God the Father through her work.