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“Oh! You Pretty Things” - David Bowie
This song makes me feel so Happy! Combining the joy this song evokes with the joy of making art is a recipe for the Best Form of Art Therapy. There is something about a Dancing Alien getting down to David Bowie with a Spectacular Flower of Life kaleidoscope in the background that I just can’t resist! Hope you enjoy this illustration as much as I do! Stay tuned for the next entry of My Music Themed Sketchbook!
“Boots of Spanish Leather” - Bob Dylan
Although I Love Playing with my Watercolor Pencils, I just can’t seem to stay away from the Acrylics. I love the vivid detail I can pull from the Acrylic paint which really brings the art to life right before your eyes. Don’t get me wrong I do love the softness of tone and ambiguity of detail from pushing the watercolor pigment around on the paper, but this song is not a soft song. It is vivid with the brightness of hope and the depth of loss, therefore Watercolor just would not fully articulate the richness of this piece. That being said, I love this song! And I love that I’m knocking the dust off of my paints and falling back in love with my craft!!
“The Way It Will Be” - Gillian Welch
I experimented with Watercolor Pencil for this illustration. I think it’s a great way to add a pop of color to my art when I am on the go, instead of waiting to get home to pull out the Acrylic paints. I can just color and add a splash of water wherever I am! I’m really enjoying the freedom of making art again even if it only lives in my sketchbook.
“All Things Must Pass” - George Harrison
Those closest to me know that I have been mending my Broken Heart since my business, Rebearth Publications went dormant due to the Covid outbreak and other life changes. I have not been able to draw or paint for the better part of a year, but I recently picked up a sketchbook and allowed myself the freedom to explore the blank pages. I have been inspired by music, which is medicine for my soul, and recreated a physical representation of each song. I want to be clear that my art is not meant to be a literal interpretation of each song, but simply My Interpretation. Here is to a new day, a mended part, and allowing all things to pass!
Hello, to My Fellow Rebearthlings! You may or may not have noticed that I have been silent for a Year. Due to Covid and other life changes my Business, Rebearth Publications went dormant. I had to allow my dreams to hibernate while I worked with my Husband to help support our Family. Today, I am here to reclaim my dream of Inspiring and Uplifting others through Creative Expression. I don’t know where this New Year will take me, but I am taking one step at a time into the future and allowing it to unfold as it may. At this moment I still have not chosen an Organization to receive our Donation of $100 for 2020, nor do I have a donation for 2021. As it stands the donation has not grown beyond the $100 amount for 2020 because I did not have any sales this past year. I’m hoping to turn that around and add to our collection so that we can make a greater impact on the environment and the life it supports. The truth is that I have had two years to consider the impact we are making with our donations, and at this time I just don’t feel comfortable giving money to various Organizations that I do not truly know. I want to be clear that I have no qualms with the previous Organizations that we have donated to. I also want to add that I do in fact research each Organization before I decide to make the donation to them. However, I hope to find a way to use the donations to help Mother Earth and all Life she supports without blindly giving to someone else to do as they will with the funds. In the meantime I’m going to keep dreaming up ways to help our planet and allow the donation to grow. Thank you for the Support!
- Lauren
Hello, Everyone! I know I am a Month late in making the Donation Announcement, but with 2020 being what is was I think I can be forgiven for my tardiness. This past year, thanks to the support of my patrons I was able to save $100 for Donation! I have to admit that I do not have an Organization picked out yet, but I do know that I want the Donation to go towards Protecting our Water because Water is LIFE. So, stay tuned for the next Announcement which will reveal the Organization chosen to receive our Donation! Thank you and I look forward to growing with you and exploring new ways to Protect our Planet and the Life it Supports in this New Year!!
Our Adventure to Tigers For Tomorrow! We had the opportunity to meet the incredible people who care for all of the magnificent animals both large and small at Tigers for Tomorrow! We are grateful for such an unforgettable experience, and excited to announce that we Donated $260 and one Finding Me Beneath The Kapok Tree Children’s Book! If you are passionate about Education and Conservation, we encourage you to visit, to volunteer, or to donate to this amazing place in Attalla, Alabama!!!
Today is officially January 1st 2020 and as PROMISED on this day I am announcing the Grand Total for the Donations of 2019. Unfortunately, we did not reach our goal of $700 this past year. Being a new Mom has challenged me to find a balance between staying at home and caring for my child while also growing my business. That being said, I still have a lot to learn but I am PROUD to announce that we were able to raise $259!!! I believe that every cent helps and I am grateful that we are able to give to this Outstanding Organization! I plan to deliver the donation within the next couple of weeks, so stay tuned for a follow up video! Lastly, I am still researching our next featured organization and plan to announce it as soon it is decided. I welcome this New Year and New Decade with open arms and look forward to sharing my Art, my Books, and my Love with the World! Cheers!
It’s that time AGAIN! Christmas is around the corner and if you are interested in discovering unique gifts made by Local Artists, then join us at the Holiday Artist Market this WEEKEND! There will be a Preview Party December 6th, 6:00p.m.-8:00p.m. This evening event is designed for those of you who want a sneak peak of the original works created by your Local Artists. It also offers you the opportunity to purchase some of your favorite works before the big event on the following day. The Artist Market Day Event will take place December 7th, 9:00a.m.-3:00p.m. I will be there to Welcome you with my Children’s Book and Handmade Elephants! Looking forward to sharing my gifts with my Community!! Happy Holidays!!
I’ve wanted to paint the often misunderstood and underestimated Opossum for quite some time now. This video features my latest painting of a baby opossum. I felt inspired to share fun facts and spiritual symbolism of the opossum for a little inspiration this week. This painting is 8”x8” Acrylic on Paper and is for sale at $75. As promised $7 will be added to the total donation fund for Tigers For Tomorrow. Currently, there is exactly $203.42 and growing! Please Feel Free to reach out to me by leaving a comment below if you want to make this painting a new addition to your Home, Office, or Sacred Space!
UPDATE: This Painting has been SOLD! :)
