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Humming Bird

Aug 31, 2024

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in animals, artistic gifts, Birds, e-newsletter, mixed media

“A Hummingbirdso smallyet so magicala gift”A Hummingbird:3-3.5 inches longcan fly up, down, back and forth and hover in placehave iridescent feathersare territorial Ultimate Guide to Spirit Animals:The Hummingbird generally symbolizes joy and playfulness, as well asadaptability. Additional symbolic meanings are: Lightness of being, enjoyment of lifeBeing more presentIndependenceBringing playfulness and joy in your lifeLifting up…

Cool Breezes

Jun 16, 2024

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Lisa

in animals, art, Birds, color pencils, e-newsletter, illustration, mixed media, nature, scratch board, wildlife

In the cool of the late afternoon I sit outside. Cool breezes sweep through the yard.Chimney Swifts fly above catching bugs in flight.I adore the female humming bird that has made our backyard her territory.Last month I had a bad fall. I am recovering.I bought some new brushes and scratch board.Time to experiment. Best,Lisa G.…

Gems

Aug 15, 2023

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Lisa

in animals, e-newsletter, mixed media, nature, scratch board, wildlife

After a long hot day, the evenings are relaxing and cool.I sit outside.A light breeze blows through the trees.I tilt back my head against the back of the chair.Chimney swifts fly high above the trees, zig zagging like acrobats as they chase afterflying insects.A humming bird comes by to sip the sugar water I put…

Coming Forth

Mar 15, 2023

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Lisa

in art, e-newsletter, Freedom, illustration, mixed media

It’s amazing to note and see the transformations that happen in nature.Just last week I noticed some green leaves of Daffodils pushing up through the soil.I was happy to see them.Then just today I noticed some stems with buds had come up.Slowly but surely, The flowers make their way up to the surface and eventuallybloom.It’s…

Note Joy

Dec 8, 2020

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Lisa

in animals, art, artistic gifts, gift items, mixed media, scratch board, wildlife

“Note Joy” In dark times we can find ourselves wondering and feeling anxious.Yet we can note things that make us feel joyful, even in a small way, to help us move forward. My daughter and I like to go bird watching.We have a feeder in our yard and so we can watch and note the…

Day by Day

Jul 9, 2020

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Lisa

in art, e-newsletter, illustration, mixed media, nature, scratch board, wildlife

“Day by Day” The non-profit I work Full time for has not yet opened back up.I work with disabled adults and they are high risk. So planning and evaluating havebeen going on in upper management.I attend the weekly staff meetings on Mondays and check email for news andinformation.I’ve had moments, as i’m sure a lot…

At Home

Apr 9, 2020

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Lisa

in animals, art, e-newsletter, mixed media, scratch board, wildlife

“At Home” During this unprecedented time, we must stay close to home to be safe.What does this look like to you? For me, it’s been a time to:Spend time with my immediate family. My Hubby and my 2 daughters. Talking, hiking, baking together.Taking walks out in nature. I do my exercise routine, which includes a walk…

Share: Jackson Pollock’s Mural

Nov 14, 2019

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Lisa

in art, mixed media, paintings

Jackson Pollock’s Mural: The Story of a Modern Masterpiece To watch this wonderful video click here.

IllustrationFriday: creative fun- Dungeon

Mar 28, 2019

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Lisa

in art, digital, illustration, mixed media, scratch board

illustrationfriday.com word of week: Dungeon Mixed Media (scratch board, digital) Enjoy

IllustrationFriday: creative fun- Black and White

Mar 11, 2019

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Lisa

in art, illustration, mixed media, nature, scratch board

illustrationfriday.com word of week: Black and White Since in the northern hemisphere we’re still in winter until the Spring Equinox on March 20, I’d thought I’d share this scratch board for this week’s word/s. Enjoy

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