Your Art Inspired by The Serious Side

   Enjoy the art inspired by Sara's photograph, The Serious Side

(The Inspiration Image is at the bottom of this post.)

Deidre Townsend: Iffy

Oil on Canvas

For my first oil painting, I decided to paint a small painting for my step-sister, Judy, to thank her for my wonderful visit to her home. Sara's inspiration image made me think of Judy's dog, Iffy.  He seriously does not like to have his photo taken.

Julie Brandt: Even at Night...

Oil on Canvas, 8"x 10"

Instagram: @juliebrandtpaints

I submit my lilies in response to Sara's dramatic photo of her dog.  Her image made an impact on me because of the lighting she used.  I love the darker background, and I have wanted to try a painting on a black canvas. Voilà!

Helen Eaton: Mask Mandate

Oil on Canvas, 8"x 10"

Blog: https://wordweaverart.blogspot.com/

Whether you're the thief or his lookout, you're probably wearing a mask... at least if you're a raccoon!

Sara's furry brown dog on black reminded me that these funny little raccoons have been waiting a long time for their turn to be put on canvas.

Nelvia McGrath: Charlie

Acrylic on Canvas Board, 11"x 14"

Instagram: @nelviamcgrath

While I really enjoy animals, I haven’t been painting many of them.  I really like the way the light fell on Charlie and made me think of this haiku:

Looking out at you 

with unconditional love 

in this one moment

Inspiration Image:  The Serious Side! by Sara Harley

Charlie is our Standard Schnauzer. Sometimes he shows his serious thinker side, and when I look at him I wonder what secrets he keeps. One morning, the light streamed through the kitchen window and cast him into sunshine and shadows, perfectly highlighting his thoughtful mood.

Your Art Inspired by Snip!

  Enjoy the art inspired by Helen's painting, Snip!

(The Inspiration Image is at the bottom of this post.)

Darlene Awalt, A Card is Born

@dream.imagine.believe

Photographic Art

A Christmas card, my mom's ornament, bokeh from our Christmas tree, and a little snow… and a card is born.

   

Deidre Townsend: Remembering Butch

Oil on Canvas

In Snip! Helen writes of memories that come from a simple object. Loved ones are often remembered when we see a familiar item like a favorite cap they often wore.  Butch died way too young, but his memory is fresh in the minds of his family, especially when they see his favorite football team and his favorite cap. 

Jeanne King: Practice Makes Progress

Cut-paper Poster

Helen’s painting of scissors inspired me to try something new: creating a poster using cut-out lettering and shapes. “Practice makes progress” is one of my favorite axioms. I keep it in mind to remember that I have something to learn from every art piece I create. 

Lynn Hanousek: Scissors and String

Acrylic on 8x10 canvas panel

Facebook: LynnHanousekDesigns

After not having a haircut for over a year, Helen’s painting “Snip!” spoke to me. I desperately needed one but was sure that I was not to try this at home.  All those scissors I have around house could be put to better use. Subsequently, I got my hair cut by a professional and I created this painting. Thank you, Helen!

Sara Harley: A Stirring of Dreams

Photograph

Instagram: @saraharley.studio

I have never collected teaspoons but one day, when I was browsing through a local shop that fundraises for our hospital, I spotted a collection of them. Those mementos from other people's travels became something other than spoons for me. They became little dreams, each one a token of a place I'd like to travel to. I am a homebody and will likely never travel to far away places. But when I open my cupboard to pull out some tea, I see my small collection of spoons and have a chance to dream.

 

Nelvia McGrath: The Cut-ups

Handprinted Paper Collage

Instagram: @nelviamcgrath

Today’s journal page work was utilizing hand printed paper to make a collage.  I’m practicing collage this year as it helps with composition, color choices, abstraction, idea generation, and problem solving for paintings.  I’m trying to work intuitively and let the collage take on its own life and design.  I just love the blue/orange and how they pop off of each other.  Yeah, “octanic” color at its best.

Inspiration Image:  Snip! by Helen Eaton

I think there’s something quite magical about seeing normal, regular, everyday things represented in art.  That’s where the memories are… in the things that we see and use and live with. 

“There’s a long story behind that tube of pink lipstick.” 

“We both laugh whenever we see a fifty-cent piece.”  

“That worn frying pan makes me feel wistful but proud.”  

“He was never without his little black comb.” 

“She loved those buttons.”

An artist can use color, texture, and form to create a sense of wonder about the most common thing. 

Hmmm… I wonder… What’s the story behind those scissors?

March Inspiration - 2021

Hello there! If you love creativity, this is the site for you!

Below you'll see this month's two new inspiration images. Maybe one of them will give you an idea for something you'd like to create. All kinds of are are welcome! 

Crochet, Sculpture, Quilting, Embroidery, Watercolor, 

Drawing, Painting, Floral Arrangement, Photography, Collage... 

We look forward to seeing YOUR art! 

March Inspiration 1: The Serious Side by Sara Harley

Charlie is our Standard Schnauzer. Sometimes he shows his serious
thinker side, and when I look at him I wonder what secrets he keeps. One morning, the light streamed through the kitchen window and cast him into sunshine and shadows, perfectly highlighting his thoughtful mood.

 

March Inspiration 2: Snip! by Helen Eaton

I think there’s something quite magical about seeing normal, regular, everyday things represented in art.  That’s where the memories are… in the things that we see and use and live with. 

“There’s a long story behind that tube of pink lipstick.” 

“We both laugh whenever we see a fifty-cent piece.”  

“That worn frying pan makes me feel wistful but proud.”  

“He was never without his little black comb.” 

“She loved those buttons.”

An artist can use color, texture, and form to create a sense of wonder about the most common thing. 

Hmmm… I wonder… What’s the story behind those scissors?