Skipped To Day 5 of Sailboats In Sunset

I decided to skip to day 5 because I felt I wasn't able to get much done on day 4. So as you can see I was able to finish the sky and work a bit on the boats sails in the foreground. There is some folds in the red sailboat that needs attention next week. Hope this inspires you to get out some paper and brushes and have some fun. See you next week with more details in the boats and the sails.

Day 3 Of Sailboat Painting!

I started working on the clouds getting colors of a sunset in. I used yellows, reds, purples, blues and white. I mixed the the reds and yellows to blend into oranges near the bottom for a deep sunset. Next week more sky work and then work on the boats and some detail. Yhee! See you next week.

Day 2 Of Sailboats in the Sunset Painting

I meant to get this out earlier, but I was out with that nasty flu bug that has gripped a lot of people here.

Here I worked on a few of the base colors for the sail boats and water and touched up the sky a bit. Next week I start on the cloud formations. I love sunsets and I wanted a dramatic background for the evening sunset. See you next week. Stay healthy!

Deciding To Try Something New

Finding time to be alone to paint with family coming and going, I reminded myself it's Ok to play a little, so I decided to join an art class and try something new. I had streched a canvas several years ago that I wanted to try water-based oils on. I had bought the oils and everything I needed for it and finally I get to use them!

Each week I'll show what I have done with the painting. I've never painted in this medium before nor have I painted this type of theme. So I hope you enjoy the ride with me and maybe learn some tips from this as well.

This is the day 2 of my painting. Day 1 I sketched and transferred it onto the canvas. I am working from 3 different photographs of sailboats and sunsets. I'll tell you again I am used to painting in watercolor for the most part, so the texture was interesting and I loved how long the paint stayed wet! So for some things I will have to wait till next week to go over a few things without mixing the colors into one another. Well, I hope to see you next week with day 3 of my painting. Goodbye for now.

Spring Is In The Air!

Lately I've been seeing and hearing a lot of birds in my yard. They seem to know that Spring isn't to far off. I saw my first pair of hummingbirds at my feeder too, and at the end of January no less! I couldn't believe it! It just seemed to me that it was still a bit chilly out there for them. When I talked to a lady at a local bird shop she said they start nesting in January! To keep warm they go in between the bark of large trees. I live in the Pacific Northwest and where we are there is little to none of the snow that the higher elevations get. So I'm sure that helps.

The birds gave me some inspriation for my new butterfly totebag and hummingbird coasters, just in time for Spring!


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Hearts, Totebags and Coasters, Oh my!

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Appreciating The Little Things Over The Year

I always appreciate it when a family member or friend does something for me when I never even asked. It makes me see how much they care and value our relationship. Gift giving is'nt just for the holidays. Sending a little gift to someone just to let them know you are thankful for who they are makes not only you feel great but it also sends a positive message that makes them feel loved too! So don't wait till it's too late, send a hello or thank you!

Now I do need to touch on a wonderful holiday that is all about love! Valentines is a great time to let people know just how much you appreciate the little things they've done over the year for you or a family member. From shoveling snow to taking you to the grocery store. It's always a nice gesture to send something special that was personalized just for them!

My Valentine Teddy Bears are not just for kids! Parents love them too, especially when it has there name or photo and names of their children or pets. I have also created a beautiful heart design to my tote bags. They will love them and it makes their day when someone noticed the little things they do everyday for neighbors, friends or family.

Have a loved filled Valentines From Huggabears To You!

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