Louise's ARTiculations
(This post was previously published on December 19, 2016.) “We’re gonna have the hap, hap, happiest Christmas!” (Chevy Chase as Clark Griswold in Christmas Vacation). Whenever I see Christmas lights, I think of one of my favourite movies, National Lampoon’s … Read More
This year’s final guest artist is Kathy Whitham from Seattle, Washington. Like many of us, Kathy rediscovered her creative side later in life. Her paintings are a testament to her versatility, and to the joy she finds in experimenting and … Read More
Commission me to paint a portrait of your pet on wood! Display your favourite furry companions in your home all year long. Or give a small wood slice pet portrait to a friend as a surprise gift. Attach one … Read More
December’s first guest artist, Jenny Manno, is the author of several adult colouring books. She shares her artistic life story with us today. She will certainly put a smile on your face with her quirky characters from her colouring books. … Read More
A Treasured Christmas was previously published in 2015. What is Christmas? It is tenderness for the past, courage for the present, hope for the future. It is a fervent wish that every cup may overflow with blessings rich and eternal, … Read More
Custom pet portraits on wood slices – a menagerie of perfect pets. My friends will understand if I am a bit cross-eyed this holiday season. Let me explain. Over time, I have saved many photos of the dogs that brighten … Read More
Handmade gifts with meaning… Are you like me and treasure anything that has been handmade? Do you keep the rock your son painted when he was small? Or the jar craftily surrounded by glued sticks that chubby hands brought home … Read More
Lee Kreklewetz, November’s guest artist, lives in Edmonton, Alberta, a city often referred to as the “Gateway to the North”. The vivid splashes of colour, her whimsical treatment of cityscapes and people quickly grabbed my attention when I saw her … Read More
Finn and Reuben…reluctant siblings Finn and Reuben behave like most siblings. Although they frequently annoy each other, they secretly enjoy each other’s company. Finn’s story Finn was on the euthanasia list at the animal shelter in California when his owner … Read More
“Fall has always been my favourite season. The time when everything bursts with its last beauty, as if nature had been saving up all year for the grand finale.” – Lauren DeStefano, American young-adult author. SUBSCRIBERS: in this … Read More
