I am excited about getting together
with my baby sister Lisa (here in Arizona)
to paint together.
(My shop is stocked with low-priced
original paintings on canvas right now.)
I’ll share pics of her Tuscan-style villa soon,
and what’s fun is that her aesthetic is completely
different than mine, yet we both favor
modern art that whispers tranquility.
This is the painting I created for
Melaine of Sweet Savannah
to give away recently on her blog.
I don’t stay in my head while painting.
I let them develop as they wish.
What I love about the process is a
complete absence of rules and restraints.
Anything is possible.
Including mistakes.
The trick is keeping the right ones.
What’s also fun about abstracts is that once
in awhile I won’t be happy with the result
until I discover I simply need to turn
the piece upside down.
Isn’t that just like certain problems that surface?
We have to reframe. Turn them on their side.
Not give up. Get new eyes on them.
I am so grateful to friends Melissa, Jody, Beth, Lori,
and so many more who encouraged me to paint
during a chapter of my life when I faced more struggle
than ever before.
Now I have found: a place for peace,
a chance to get centered,
another opportunity spread love.
(Love that my quartz counters looks like sand.)
After years of displaying mainly prints,
I am now completely sold on living
with original art–not because I’m cognizant
solely of investment (which is def a perk)
but because of the depth and richness it
brings to my everyday life.
And I’m so happy to offer a few for you too.
Peace to you right where you are.
michele
Beautiful paintings – and I wish I had a sister too! 🙂
Oh, thats so lovely!
I used to paint a lot when I was litle.. maybe I should start up whit it again?
thank you so much for all the kind words you write on my blog. <3
Silje
I'm inspired to continue to create artwork for our home..I have had many attempts but am never happy with the end result…I won't give up..and for that, I thank you.
Your pictures are adorable.
Bec x
They're wonderful… I told you, you inspired me to paint in a similar way. I love the way each one is filled with different movement, and strokes of light, and that each captures that moment in the process with your hand and energy and spirit. Plus the colors are beautiful, earth and water… love it
Cindy
Lovely paintings!!!
You have so much talent 🙂
hugs Elisabeth
Beautiful paintings, Michele. I love the soft palette that you have used, and the movement is lovely.
I love painting too, and I am trying my hand at abstract lately. It really does take you away.
Happy Friday.
Teresa
xoxo
Your paintings are wonderful, pretty and soft. Love your home.
These are so lovely! Restful, peaceful, yet filled with life. Love love love them.
those are all so lovely – they just radiate peace!
The soft palette and peaceful setting is beautiful Michele. Have a wonderful weekend.
leslie
Beautiful, Michele! Absolutely beautiful!!! You are a TRUE artist, sweetie! 🙂
xoxo laurie
Those artworks are beautiful,
so calm and lovely.
Have fun being inspired in a whole new way via your sister. I really love your work – some of those might need to find their way into my home. I'll be in touch when I'm ready. 🙂
This is my very favorite post of yours! So wonderful you paint with your sister and that your painting gives you so much joy! Keep it up you pieces are wonderful!! xo Leslie
Oh me!
You are a painter, aren't you? my mums a painter and I just showed them to her. She loved them!!!
I'll buy one, the moment I get my new home. 🙂 They are as lovely and composed as you are.
OH MY – gorgeous – you are so talented!
OMG Michele!
You are so talented!!!!! Your paintings are just gorgeous! So is your home…
Love Susanne
*sigh* Your paintings are absolutely beautiful Michele.
Your paintings are lovely ♥
I just discovered your blog and your sense of humor makes me smile. I have recently started painting again myself and appreciate your style and talent. I look forward to following your blog….so-hello lovely!
Cheers, Heather
http://www.stylemindchic.blogspot.com
thanks, you guys.
it's so great to meet new faces in blogland!
michele
Your words hit me, I recognize myself in what you write! 🙂
Beautiful paintings 🙂
//Beate 🙂
Beautiful paintings, Michele!
My talented gorgeous friend, your paintings are stunning! I'm slightly envious that you seem to be great at everything you turn your creative hand to 😉 Mwah xxx
Of course I am a fan……:). Keep painting gorgeous!
Beautiful!
Your paintings are lovely! I really like the lamp in the first photo of your post today, too.
Just absolutely beautiful! You are an inspiration!
I LOVE this post. Your thoughts of reframing – beautifully said. It's so true. I love to paint abstracts. It's fun to create perfection through imperfection. Thanks for sharing this!