This year, the only real resolution that I made to myself was---starting in January I am going to start making art for my shows. When you don't have an art show until the middle of summer, it's hard to get motivated. But after last year (I was so overwhelmed), I decided that I had to do this. And when you make art to sell--of course you have to think more of what is popular and sometimes not what you really feel like making. But in this case, the items that are the favorites....happen to be mine too.
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......my latest mirror, and my favorite so far, mainly because I have time to add little details and use my my own painted papers.....
And using images from my layered piece---my newest boxes.....
.....these make me happy : )
.....so I guess in the end, if I never enjoyed the process of making these, I never would have started in the beginning, and they never would have been favorites of shoppers---it would have been something else that I enjoyed creating---that's why I just Love what I do!!!
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i love all the beauty you place around the mirror to reflect back + reinforce that we are made of GOOD STUFF. xox
your mirror and the boxes are wonderful!
I think you're being a wise woman getting an early start on what is a wildly busy time for you. Interesting that the things that are the most popular have a 'practical' use to them. The furniture you painted went quickly too as I recall. Beautiful pieces as always.
Such pretty pieces !!!
Here's to loving what we do ! It makes this Life all the sweeter !
Light & love !
these are great Diane! I can see why your customers love them!
you and i must be on the same wave link, i have been on a mirror making trend myself. i love making them and i love looking at them.
have an fun filled Tuesday!
Your frame is beautiful! I love those boxes, they make me smile too!
These are lovely! And I applaud you for getting a jump start on creating for your shows! I am such a procrastinator, that would never be me! lol
You are putting out there what you love, and in turn others love it too!
xo
When you love what you do success in the work just comes naturally, tose boxes are so good, the blue and design just lovely and your workmansip is alway top notch. Love the mirror. These items would be hard to part with I think.
Your art is so well defined. I am in awe of all the details you put into these pieces. Starting early IS the key. That way, you will have even more to share with your loyal customers this summer.
Each piece you make has so much detail and work in it, and so much character, and is really a reflection of your joyous personality!
These are amazing and beautiful!
Your pieces are always very beautiful and so detailed. I love your work.
Hi Diane! Love the mirror...the girl with the hat looks so cute! The boxes are always a favorite of mine, I especially love when you do the sun faces. Enjoy your day!
I love your mirror with the awesome depth and textures, and your boxes are so pretty!
Lovely mirror! I too am getting a head start on items to fill my booth this summer... Wishing you continued inspiration, and happy creating :)
Love Love the mirrors:O) Love the colors, you are sooo inspiring:O)
Love the pinkish mirror of yours,love your face,and the bird is fantastic dear Diane.
I wish I could also really start with the dolls, but for now I "play" a bit with collages.
Your boxes alwayes makes the sun shine :)
Hugs,Dorthe
sounds like it couldn't be any better. funny how we figure it out, that you were there all along. and these pieces are SCRUMPTIOUS! XOXO
I am glad you are giving yourself the extra time to enjoy the process!!
LOVE the BIRD Box!
....and you are so fantastic at it!!
Enjoy every minute of creating these....and reap the HUGE sales this Summer...heehee!!
All three real beauties. I am not sure but I don't think I've seen you work in a rose color theme before. That, of course, is another consideration for customers..It's hard for me creating colors that I don't care for but once I try them, I find it helps me to discover new way of creating that I never thought of. Those mirrors must be fantastic sellers and rightly so.
Oh my I just LOVE that mirror Diane!!! It is gorgeous!!!
Fun and such a blessing to be able to do what we love in life and have others appreciate it as well.
those boxes make my heart grin
sooooo wide!
thanks for the beautiful share,
Jennifer
Beautiful Diane... just beautiful!
Gorgeous, Diane! Love the mirror. So French. :) Gorgeous boxes as well. Love the happy fun colors. :)
excellent love your use of colour
The love shows through in your work, so beautiful!!!
♥jenny
Wonderful each piece! I think you love of what you do shines in your pieces, you have to enjoy them for others to want to have them in their homes.
Diane! You always amaze me with your pieces! I LOVE the painted papers added to your mirror and your boxes are so full of detail and beauty. LOVE, xoxo
Hi Diane,
Thanks for your lovely comment to me, it's so nice that you took the time, as you are so busy getting ready for your exhibition!...It must be nice knowing you have something to work towards, at the moment that is my problem with my art.
I love the mirror, the detail is wonderful!!!!....x..julia
What pretty little treasures! No wonder they are so popular with the shoppers -- unique and one-of-a-kind...! :-)
I love that mirror,so beautiful.
Smart To Get An Early Start! I Know All Too Well That Feeling Of Overwhelm That Seeps In When Staring At A Schedule Date. You're Off To A Glorious Start ~ The Mirror Is Awesome And Your Boxes Are Some Of My Favorites.
Diane, I Want To Thank You For Recognizing The New Path I'm Taking In My Art..And The Reasons For It. I've Been Reaching Deep ~ Trying To Elevate Myself Above The Sadness That Naturally Follows Grief. And Every Day I Feel A Lit'l Stronger. Sending You Some Love & Sunshine, Terri
Beautiful work Diane as always! Your pieces surely reflect your love for creating!! xoxo
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