Vitamins for the Soul

They say that change is the best remedy for boredom. At least that's what I think I've been feeling for the last few weeks. I tried to carry on with work, life and basically just pretending that it'll past. Not a good condition for people like me, especially when creativity is the only thing that keeps the studio buzzing with activities. Of course, when you work at home, it's easy to put things off and just keep yourself busy with anything else besides work. Which in my case made the problem even worse.

So one day I decided that the easiest thing for me to do is to just keep on creating as if nothing in my life
depended on it. Everyday I tried to draw, doodle, paint or do just about everything else to keep myself warmed up. And you know what? It turned out that once you decided to turn the pressure button off, it feels absolutely amazing to be liberated!

I started off by drawing things that I rarely draw, such as still life objects and animals. I pushed my pencils aside, then opted for brushes and paints instead. Basically, I tried to switch from left to right and began working on a very clean slate. The end result? A much relaxed mind and a newly found zest to create new things! 

I have been painting an animal each day and now it's wonderful to see them together as a happy bunch. Most of all, to know that they have helped me to stay focused on the one thing that needed nourishing the most. My creativity. So you know what I did? I decided to share them with everyone in my new shop, Whimsylandia. It's a perfect place for anyone who loves to relive their childhood dreams and those who would like to share them with their little ones. 

I realize that this is a whole new area for me to explore and I can't wait to add more animals to my collection! Have you ever had a similar experience as mine? I would love to hear it! :)

All the best,

Nymphs in the Studio

Hello friends. I know that it's probably getting old, but I'm afraid I must yet again start writing a new post with another apology for neglecting this blog. I still wish I had more free hours in a day so I could just spend more time doing the things I love most, and being here is one of them. Oh how I miss blog hopping and visiting all of you.... I really hope life is good where you are.

On a more cheerful note, I must admit that I've been enjoying loads of creative time in the studio. And for someone like me, that is a very good thing. I'm glad that these days I'm in a much better spirit while finishing work and meeting deadlines so I can have more time creating my personal stuff. Ideas are running around merrily in my head and I'm more than happy to draw them out everyday. :)

It's a bit strange though, but I've been drawing more and more fantasy themed pieces lately. Fairies, nymphs and creatures alike seem to monopolize my imagination, while I also seem to have this urge to draw decorative botanical elements to go along with them. My sketch pad is filled with doodles of swirly plants and odd looking flowers, and I don't even know what triggered this new craving!

I think it's always best to just keep drawing and pouring ideas onto paper while the mood is good and the drive is strong, without so much questioning everything else. I'm not quite sure where my nymphs will take me, but I'm no doubt enjoying the ride!

How about you? What are you into these days? I'd love to hear it, so do share! :)

Hugs,

New Item Giveaway!

Hey all. Just popping in to share some news. After many requests from friends, I have finally decided to make a special collection of my work available in my shop...at A GREAT BARGAIN! This new Art Pack consists of surprise individual items which I will pick out randomly for each purchase to add a touch of excitement and suspense. :)

And to make things more exciting, I'm giving away one of these art packs to a lucky winner! So come join the giveaway at my Facebook page. All I ask is for you to leave a comment and share the link on your own timeline. Easy peasy, right? The giveaway ends this Sunday, so better hurry! :)

See you soon, my friends!