Illustration Friday – Packed

I did this little piece several years ago, but it immediately popped into my head when I saw the theme for this week. She had her suitcase packed - just with something a little different.

Illustration Friday – Island

She created the perfect little island for herself with good books and the perfect cup of tea. Add in a rainy day...what could be more perfect?

Our Beautiful Girls

Here are new photos (finally!) of our gorgeous girls. The one of the two of them is taken in beautiful Saugatuck as is the close-up of Nell at the beach. I couldn't resist posting Nell ready to go off to her first soccer practice. I wasn't sure if she was going to be the kid on the ground every few minutes or if her competitive nature would take over. Competitive won out - she's quite fierce out there! Guess she's learned a lot from watching her sister play. The first game is this Saturday - we can't wait for the fun!

Effe Leven Gallery Exhibit

I'm so excited about the upcoming exhibit at Effe Leven Gallery. What a wonderful theme for the show - Women in the Arts – A Celebration! The opening reception is on Thursday, September 4 from 7 to 9 p.m. I'm headed to the gallery tomorrow to drop off my artwork. Still have to finish framing tonight though...down to the wire, of course!

Illustration Friday – Routine

I just finished this piece for an exhibit and thought how appropriate it seemed for the IF topic. Sometimes, the routine makes me want to have a genuine 3-year-old meltdown. I think all you moms will understand where I'm coming from. I love, love, love my kids but there are times I just don't want to hear any more chatter and questions!

Illustartion Friday – Poof!

In a gust of wind – Poof! – the uninvited hairdo arrived! I think maybe we've all been there at some point.

Illustration Friday - Enough

It was enough to feel the sweet breeze of summer and to bask in the sound of the waves lapping the shore. As Kahlil Gibran said…"Forget not that the earth delights to feel your bare feet and the winds long to play with your hair."