thoughts and thinkings of an artist

Colored Pencil Recommendations | Tuesday Tips

Perhaps you are interested in improving your colored pencil work, or you have a child who is rapidly growing into an artist--here are some colored pencil recommendations to get you started as you explore the world of colored pencils!!Colored Pencils: (This post is not...

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The Bird Feeder | Storytime

She was always early. Mists were still lifting from the muddy streets when pools of water reflected her lithe figure running down the townhouse steps. It was a warm morning with a cool twist. The sort of weather where spring and summer mingle in a friendly tussle over...

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2 Colored Pencil Tips | Tuesday Tips

Would you like to improve your colored pencil work? Today's post has two tips that can help move you forward!   1. Use a Circular Motion When Coloring   One way to color is to try to creating small, overlapping ovals with gentle pressure. Try starting slow,...

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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

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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...

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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.

If you have known me for some time, you know there are multiple avenues of art creating that I have pursued. As you may have noticed, I’ve simplified the design of the website, but other links can still be accessed here. Years ago, this website began its major growth through free printable paper dolls and in the midst of business, I’ve tried multiple opportunities. I hope these links will be helpful for anyone looking for these lines of art! :)