thoughts and thinkings of an artist
A Moment by the River | Storytime
It had been such a rough day. Thomas Beck pushed back his chair and stood up sharply. His empty coffee cup clattered against the numerous pens in his briefcase. Sweeping off several messy papers from his desk he jammed them in with the rest of the chaos. Well, it...
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...
Clementine Curls Winter Wardrobe |Free Saturday
Yes!! Clementine Curls has a winter wardrobe. She is absolutely thrilled and can't wait to try out her new outfits!! Update: If you'd like to download the paper doll herself, you can find her here!
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...
How Excellent
"O LORD our Lord, how excellent is thy name in all the earth!" Psalm 8:1a KJV
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,...
A Smile for Your Day!
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