Art & Inspiration For Your Life
I’ve got some exciting news to share with you. JoyfulArts Studio is expanding! The physical studio has already received it’s overhaul. (see studio pics here) Now, the online version is going through a behind the scenes transformation. As I type, my husband, Dan is working at developing an incredible website with interactive features. Yep,...
“Monday, Monday, la la la la…” Time to meet another Inspiring Artist! This week I’d like to introduce you to another fabulous teacher I’ve met at 21 Secrets, Rachel Whetzel. Hi Rachel, Please introduce yourself to the lovely readers. I’m Rachel Whetzel. I was always the little girl with skinned knees. I was the...
People often ask me how I have the time to do my art. Here’s my BIG SECRET. I set daily priorities. I have designated “work time” (ha ha more like fun time). For me this is three mornings a week while my little boy is visiting with his grandparents. If I’m lucky I also...
Welcome to JoyfulArts Studio! One step in beginning a LOVE Revolution is to surround yourself with inspiration. Ask yourself; What images and art bring you joy? What books, quotes and words move you? Invite these things into your personal space, your home, your office, perhaps even your car. My studio is inspiration central for...
Welcome to another edition of “Inspiring Artists!” This week we delve into the creative world of Andrea Schroeder. Andrea, Please introduce yourself and your art a little bit. I am a creative goddess/healer/teacher, artist and all around magic-maker....
What is it that you absolutely LOVE to do? What brings you joy, happiness, relaxation? What makes you smile? Now ask yourself how often do you Do what you Love? All too often we find ourselves putting what we love on the back burner of our lives. We let every day activities fill our...
I believe we are always learning. Life is like one big beautiful classroom. All we have to do is pay attention. As we do, then every moment, even the frustrating ones in our lives become opportunities for growth. My lesson this morning was taught to me through a painting. I have been working on...
This week we’ll settle down together and meet a woman who is using art to help others heal. I’ve witnessed the power of her work myself through her art journal workshop at 21 Secrets. Meet Art Therapist, Gretchen Miller… Gretchen, please introduce yourself and your art a little bit. I am a Registered Board...
Lately I feel as if I’m either going completely insane or I’m finally coming to my senses. Mostly I feel the latter, although I am sure there are those who would disagree. Just listen, just trust, I keep reminding myself. Last night I worked on a metaphorical self portrait. It is part of the...
During my “lunch break” I headed outside. I laid on our hammock under a giant pine tree and took in the beauty of the spring day. I listened to the crackling sound the wind made as it rustled the pine branches. I enjoyed the chours of birds singing their different songs. I watched two...