Sunday, April 26, 2009

A Springtime Art Show in the Hedges




A burst of sunny yellow caught my eye as I stepped outside last week - the  forsythia had bloomed! These blossoms precede their green leaves, so it does take a focused eye to catch them at the right moment when the blossoms are solo. Although I didn't catch the blossoms early enough (you can see the green leaves beginning to show), the shrub is still a welcome sign of Spring.  Since I know how quickly these blooms disappear, I grabbed my camera to snap a picture to share on my blog.

Springtime is one of the seasons that artists thoroughly enjoy. Whether it's a flower, a shrub, a springtime vegetable, buds on trees and in hedges, it's all new and colorful after a long winter has passed. It's a new awakening with a new perspective offering artists a wide range of subjects, and offers each of us a reminder that life goes on to bring another day of beauty and possibility.

I'm hoping your day is a colorful snapshot!

Andrea

Andrea's Art Tip: Carrying a small camera in your pocket, car, briefcase or purse is a wonderful way to catch these dynamic moments that may not be available tomorrow. So, grab a snapshot if the subject moves you and use it as a guide for a future artistic presentation from you.  

Monday, April 6, 2009

A Great Find - Art Video to Bring a Smile!

I saw this video posted by an artist who's blog I'm following: Artist in the Arctic.blogspot.com. Check it out. It really is a good find! Delivers a smile for a Monday morning:-)

http://artistinthearctic.blogspot.com/2008/12/one-of-todays-good-things.html

Wishing you good things!

Andrea

Andrea's Art Tip: Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Art is what you make it. Give others the opportunity to see your creative side. You never know when the spirit of your work will move someone!

Thursday, April 2, 2009

Art in the Grass!



I saw the first blush of Spring at my feet yesterday. Delicate crocus petals that opened with the sun while nestled in a bed of mulch and groundcover. I know that these tiny teasers will be gone soon, but it was so nice to find them as reminders that Spring does return after a long winter;-)

Have a wonderful, mahvelous day!

Andrea's Art Tip: Stopping to 'smell the roses' can provide you with opportunities to snap a stunning photo, sketch a quick representation, inspire a watercolor, oil, or sculpture. Nature delivers so many creative ideas for each of us to gather and use to develop our creative side. Take advantage of the free gift!