Category Archives: inspiration

Problem Solving in the Design Process

Posted on February 13, 2019 by

Last fall I took an on-line class called Composition and Construction taught by Christine Dumont and Donna Greenburg at their on-line school Voila. It is the third in a series of Creative Design Courses addressing design elements and how to … Continue reading →

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I Can’t Stop Making Faces!

Posted on August 17, 2018 by

I really can’t stop . . . . .  I just can’t.  I am having way too much fun!! These are my Picasso-inspired polymer clay faces. There are faces everywhere. Some are better than others, some are definitely my favs.  … Continue reading →

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Time to Breathe

Posted on August 26, 2017 by

While my head is spinning with things to do, try, plan . . . that is my normal mode of operation. I recognize that this drives people around me crazy . . . . but what’s a squirrel going to … Continue reading →

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An Artistic Challenge

Posted on July 13, 2017 by

I mentioned last October in a post “Putting Yourself Out There” that I was participating in a conference called Synergy 4. The International Polymer Clay Association (theipca.org) holds a conference every few years that is focused on the advancement of … Continue reading →

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Early Riser

Posted on May 28, 2017 by

I am not a morning person. For those that know me, this statement might evoke a ‘laugh-out-loud” response. While I like mornings, I want them to be leisurely, sipping coffee, thinking about the day ahead. It is probably in response … Continue reading →

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Happy New Year 2017

Posted on January 7, 2017 by

Have you set your goals, picked your word for the year, made a list of resolutions?? Whatever works for you to prepare for the new . . . . you should do it! A fresh start always feels exciting!! But … Continue reading →

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More Inspiration

Posted on July 6, 2016 by

On our recent adventures I had the opportunity to tramp around Seattle. I really love that city! There is so much to do and see there. And yes, I previously posted photos of the city that caught my eye and … Continue reading →

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