All Things Art
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O Holy Night
The embroidered tree came out of a time of experimenting with an inspiration that didn't make sense to me.
I felt a deep pull towards working with threads. I couldn't...
Author: Charla Maarschalk
Sleigh bells in the air
Beauty everywhere
Yuletide by the fireside
And joyful memories there.
Do you like to create at Christmas? I do! I love to create everything...
Author: Charla Maarschalk
What moves you into action? As an artist I'm inspired to paint faces -- but not just any face. I either start with an idea I want to represent so I look for a face that...
By Leigh Penner
Cover Image by Anita McComas
Turning Criticism Into Motivation
No one likes feeling criticized. Different people do have different reactions to it, though. For some people,...
By Leigh Penner
The Practical Considerations of Packaging Art
So, you've decided to gift your art this Christmas. The people you love adore your artwork, and you want to bring them...
Author: Leigh Penner
The 'Art' of Gifting Your Art
Well, December is here, and with it, the season of giving!
Have you ever heard the phrase, the art of gifting? The art of...
Author: Charla Maarschalk
Curated for you or the artist in your life (or you).
What do you give the artist in your life? Look no further. Here are some unique ideas to bring joy on Christmas...
By Author: Leigh Penner
Cover Image by Corey Moortgat
THE ART OF LOVING WHO YOU ARE
(and Accepting who you are not)
I grew up in a church-going family, and one of my pet peeves has always been...
Author: Leigh Penner
Let's talk Branding.
We are all familiar with brand names when it comes to mainstream commercial products. Nike. Wrangler. Heinz. Red Rose Tea. West Jet. Harley Davidson....
Author: Leigh Penner
Why Purchase Art?
It speaks to the buyer. It appeals to their senses. The skill impresses them. They relate to the story.
What makes art contain...
Author: LM Penner
The moment is here. You've made up your mind, grabbed your courage, sucked in a big nervous breath, and now you're ready to jump. You are going to take your art to the next...
Dare to Create.
Once upon a time, there was a girl who loved to make things.
She made lots of things, and it was fun.
Every day she'd make new things and then learn how to make them...
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