Posts by Melani
Newest Skelly Painting Preview
Here’s a preview just for you: a new piece in the Skelly series. This series is inspired by the Day of the Dead and Halloween. No matter what’s happening in these paintings, you know there are going to be skeletons and there’s going to be fun. Care to join the little Skelly girl on…
Read MoreThe Adventures of Skelly Ball at the 6th Annual Fine Arts Competition
Are you as surprised as I was? I couldn’t believe it when they called my name to receive the award: a red ribbon for second place in my category. When I entered my painting, “Skelly Ball”, into the 6th Annual Fine Arts Competition (hosted by the Elk Grove Fine Arts Center), I thought I…
Read MoreA Winter Sneak Peek
Hello, you, lovely you! Here’s a new sneak peek, a small detail from a larger piece. Winter’s almost over, but it’s been pervasive in my studio. My newest artwork plays in the land of winter, cold, ice, and snow. Check back here to see it unfold. How about out your way, is it icy…
Read MoreYou’re Invited to the Reception for a New Exhibit
I’m inviting you to the reception and awards ceremony for the newest exhibit I’m participating in. I’m so excited! I just got notified that I get to be in the 6th Annual Open Fine Arts Competition at the Elk Grove Fine Arts Center. It’s Saturday, March 3rd, from 4 to 7 pm. It’s coming…
Read MoreA Big Secret That Will Help You Create a Website You’ll Love
Want to build a website you’ll love? With all the details and possibilities, where do you start? I asked myself, “What am I all about? How will this site reflect what I’m about?” At first, the technology and practicalities of building the site loomed large and in the way of the design. But I…
Read MoreInspiration: Believe in Ourselves
Inspiration for your week: The rewards for hard work are often delayed, so we have time to learn to believe in ourselves. Does it ever seem like you’re not getting anywhere? Do you question whether you’re using the right approach? Wonder if it’s making a difference? I often feel that way. But then, some…
Read MoreA FREE downloadable wallpaper for your iphone and android
Just in time for the winter season, a wallpaper to calm and inspire you. There are instructions below to walk you through the process, but it’s amazingly easy. Instructions: Click on the words, “Winter Dove Wallpaper” for iphone or for android, above. Click on the Download icon on your phone’s tool…
Read MoreJourney of Hope 2017 Exhibit: Unveiling the Completed Painting
Official title: A Portrait in Song Do you ever experience anxiety as you work on an important project? When I started this piece, I had anxiety about finding the image. I didn’t have an image in mind after reading the mental health journey story I was given by the exhibit coordinators. But that’s normal…
Read MoreInspiration for Your Week
When you work with your imagination, you work with the best in the world. Could you use a little inspiration? I know that I could use a little inspiration this week. Life threw me some curve balls like my son breaking his hand, a gas leak at our house, and looming radiation treatments for…
Read MoreJourney of Hope 2017 Exhibit: Work in Progress Detail From the Painting
Detail from my painting for the Journey of Hope exhibit 2017. Would you have guessed a swan was going to show up in this painting? I wouldn’t have. But there it was, flying above. I felt reassured by it, a noble and beautiful sign. The Journey of Hope exhibit starts in October and…
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