Born Out Of Chaos

“The creative act is a letting down of the net

of human imagination into the ocean of chaos

on which we are suspended,

in the attempt to bring out of it ideas.”

~ Terence McKenna~~~~~~~ 

Chaos and Order ~ Available

 

with Black Backing

with Black Backing

Go here to see more about painting number five of my January 2016, 30 Paintings in 30 Days Collection; framed alcohol ink paintings on black tiles.

These pieces will look great hung together in sets! Until 2/3/16,
I'm offering a 10% discount on two or more purchased at the same time.

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Thanks so much for your friendship and encouraging words.
You know who you are and I can't thank you enough, my online art angels!

X ♥  O

Ignite The Light

"There's a spark in you.
You've just gotta ignite the light.
And let it shine." 
~ Katy Perry
~~~~~~~ 

"Vivacious Spirit" ~ available

 

with Black Backing

with White Backing

Go here to see more about painting number four of my January 2016, 30 Paintings in 30 Days Collection; framed alcohol ink paintings on black tiles.

The tile pictured above is 4 x 4" and the top quality frame is 6 x 6" with an overall outside dimension of 10 x 10". The elegant black and gold, custom made frames set off the tiles with a presence which is much bigger than their size!‬ This collection will make excellent Valentine's Day, birthday, wedding and anniversary gifts and will add an elegant touch to any decor; modern or traditional. Purchase any of these paintings in my new 30 in 30 collection by Feb. 3, 2016 and get 33% off the regular price of $149.99. I will also give a 10% discount (refunded through PayPal) to all paintings (2 or more) ordered together. If you prefer to pay by check, please email or call me at  609.268.9106, thank you.

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Thanks so much for your friendship and for your encouraging comments.
You know who you are and I think you are marvelous!

X ♥  O

More To Life

“There is more to life than making a living.
Do not work more than you live.”
~ Mokokoma Mokhonoana

Holiday Highs

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with White Backing

Go here to see more about painting number two of my January 2016, 30 Paintings in 30 Days Collection; alcohol ink paintings on black tiles.

The tile pictured above is 4 x 4" and the top quality frame is 6 x 6" with an overall outside dimension of 10 x 10", and comes ready to hang. The tile will be sealed and varnish protected. There will be no glass.

Elegant black and gold, custom made frames accentuate the tiles with an impressive presence which is much bigger than their size!‬ The edges of the tile will be painted to match the painting and it will be mounted to a linen textured art board which will be painted either white or black depending on the buyer's preference.

I am offering these framed, hand painted, one of a kind tiles at a special pre-purchase price of $99.99 until midnight February 3rd, 2016. After February 3rd, the price will go up to $149.99 each. The tiles will all be framed and will be shipped the week of February 8th, 2016. Each painting will also come with a surprise, bonus gift of my choosing (until February 3rd). These will make excellent Valentine's Day, birthday, wedding and anniversary gifts and will add an elegant touch to any decor; modern or traditional.

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Thanks for your friendship!

X ♥  O

Inspiration and Spirited Initiatve

"In truth, people can generally make time

for what they really want to do;
it is not actually the time,

but the will that is lacking."
~ John Lubbock
~~~

Purity and Grace
details and purchase info. here

 

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I wasn't quite sure if I was going to do another 30 Paintings in 30 Days Challenge, but decided a few days ago to give it another go. This will be my seventh 30in30 online painting challenge since January 2013.

Since discovering alcohol inks almost three years ago, I have painted almost exclusively in this new exciting medium. I started painting on black ceramic tiles about a month ago and really love the dramatic quality of them. So when I decided to challenge myself once again, painting on black tiles became my theme.

I had frames custom made to accommodate the tiles and they are gorgeous!‬ The edges of the tile is painted and is mounted to a linen textured art board which is painted black.The tile pictured above is 3 x 6" and the top quality frame is 5 x 8" with an overall outside dimension of 9 x 12", ready to hang. The tile is sealed and varnish protected. There will be no glass. The profile of the frames and the overall impression is very striking. Here is an actual photo of the profile.

See my black framed tiles collection here:

"Orange You Fabulous" ~ Sold

I am offering these framed, hand painted, one of a kind tiles at a special

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Here's an overview of my past challenges:
 
# 1 - January, 2013 - Here's How that First Challenge Started:
The January 2013 Collection:

# 2 - Here's How the September 2013 - Second Challenge Started:
September 2013 - Second Challenge Series:

# 3 - Here's How the Third Challenge 1/1/2014 Started:
January 2014 - Third Challenge Collection:

# 4 - Here's How the September 2014 - Fourth Challenge Started:
September 2014 - Fourth 30 in 30 Collection:

# 5 - Here's How the January 2015 - Fifth Challenge Started:
January 2015 - Fifth 30 in 30 Collection:

#6 Here's How the September 2015 - Sixth Challenge Started:
September 2015 - Sixth 30 in 30 Collection:

Find out more about the 30 in 30 challenge here.

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Wishing You A Wonderful New Year,
Full Of Inspiration and Spirited Initiative!

X ♥  O

Forget-Me-Nots Of Angels

“Silently, one by one, in the infinite meadows of heaven,
Blossomed the lovely stars, the forget-me-nots of the angels.”
~ Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

Meadows of Heaven

This 6" x 3" alcohol ink painting is on black ceramic tile using only white. 

I have been having lots of fun painting on the black backgrounds.

They are just so different! Here is another one I just did.

Merrily Merrily Merrily

Our Dec. 5th and 6th Holiday Workshop was a blast.

The 2016 Workshop Schedule can be seen here.

The first Workshop is already half filled.

 

Out of 100 calendars, I only have a few 2016 Wall Calendars and Desk Calendars left!

I will gift wrap, attach a personalized note and send them to your recipient when you 

leave me their address in the note section of the PayPal window.

And remember, it's still not too late to book a Holday Drink & Ink Party! 

I hope you are well and enjoying life!

Once Again, Thank You for Your Friendship!

with Love,

X ♥  O

Inspiration is a Butterfly

"The butterfly is a flying flower,
The flower a tethered butterfly."
~ Ponce Denis Écouchard Lebrun

I did this 4 x 4" alcohol ink painting on black ceramic tile using white ink and canned air this week. I picked them up at Lowe's last weekend and was dying to give it a go. On Tuesday, my artist friend, Irvane, came to visit, so after lunch, we each gave one a try. We both were amazed with the results and agreed the experience was simply magical! The butterfly was not my idea, but a gift from Spirit and I love the effect.

 

I can't believe how the time is speeding by!

December will be here before you know it!

There are still two spots available for the

Holiday Alcohol Ink Workshop
Dec. 5th and 6th! 
Come join the fun - No experience necessary!!

Happy Creating My Friends! 

X ♥  O

Emulation or Immitation?

"Man's heart away from nature becomes hard."

  ~ Standing Bear

Sisters

This 8 x 6" alcohol ink painting on ceramic tile was influenced by

the fact that I have three sisters. Each one of us is represented here.

This reference photo (used with permission) is by my sister, Denise Bush.

Among the Aspens ~ © Denise Bush

I sought Denise's permission before posting "Sisters" online. Although my painting is quite different from her photo, I did duplicate some tree details and got considerable inspiration from her vision. Normally, I extract information from various sources, but with this one, admittedly, it mainly came from this shot. She was fine with me posting this painting, but she also replied; "I was also thinking about how I would feel if it got to be a regular thing though, and don't think I would like that. It still starts out as my vision, my new surroundings, my communing with nature and process... a personal experience."  I understand and respect Denise's feelings and her unique creativity. She works very hard at perfecting her craft and it shows. Her photography is truly a very fine art.

I talked a little bit about copyright at my workshop on Saturday and I used this situation as an example. Bottom line: It is not alright to copy other artist's or photographer's work without their permission.  Even if you have permission, it isn't ethical to do so with the intention of copying an exact likeness in form or spirit. Copying to learn however, as my students do, when in my classes or even when practicing on their own, is a different situation. They are paying me to learn my process and techniques and I encourage and expect them to emulate my work. Learning to draw and paint has been done this way for centuries. I practice interpreting the old masters' works from time to time, myself. Everyone has to start somewhere. Just make sure you have permission, give credit where it is due and as you progress, try to develop your own perspective and work from several references at the same time. The more you create, the more you'll discover and grow. Don't get bogged down in imitation. Realize that there is only one of you and your art should eventually and ideally be as individual as you are.

Holiday Alcohol Ink Workshop
Dec. 5th & 6th, 2015
Early-bird discount extended until Nov. 12th,
but don't delay, there are only a couple of seats still available! 

Happy Creating My Friends! 

X ♥  O