Artist Spotlight: Sophie of Sophie Kissin Jewelry
My friend, Sophie, is headed back to her home state of Minnesota soon. I got to see her one last time before she takes off on a new life...
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- Mar 23
The Moments in Between + Writing Prompt for Artists and Makers No. 7
I’ve been writing a lot of prompts lately. I start them in the morning with my daughter in my arms. Her sleeping pattern has taken a turn...
- Mar 9
The Thoughts in My Head + Writing Prompt for Artists and Makers No. 6
I just finished reading an email newsletter from Lisa Olivera whose writing I’ve recently started following. She wrote this beautiful...
- Mar 8
Good Materials Make a Difference
I recently posted this image to my Instagram, and naturally there is so much more I wanted to say in the post but I decided to reserve it...
- Mar 5
What and How is Oil Paint Made?
When oil paint was first introduced to Europe, the process of making the paint was often referred to as alchemy. There is hardly any...
- Feb 28
March Newsletter
In February, I worked through a small number of designs and finally started painting. I’ve been struggling with this next collection big...
- Feb 27
Getting Unstuck and Self-Imposed Myths
I disconnected a bit to plunge into the work. I found that I was majorly stuck, and when I get stuck that means I have to change what I’m...
- Feb 23
Structuring Time + Writing Prompt for Artists and Makers No. 5
The way that I structure my time with jewelry depends on a number of things that could be life-related, stress-related, deadline-related....
- Feb 16
The History of Oil Painting
Oil paint has a certain allure. I love how it looks on a canvas, but I also love working with it. As I return to making miniature oil...
- Feb 9
Where It All Starts + Writing Prompt for Artists and Makers No. 4
It usually starts with a subject I become interested in. I pick up one book, will find a few lines that conjure up an image, and off I...
- Feb 6
We Almost Lost the Homeric Epics, but They Were Saved by the Trojan Horse
Throughout The Aeneid, there are references to the Homeric epics (The Iliad and The Odyssey) and it’s one thing that I really love about...
- Feb 4
February Newsletter
I almost forgot to write this newsletter! I’ve finally been able to get back into the swing of making and this newsletter slipped my mind...
- Feb 3
Selecting the Perfect Surface for Miniature Oil Painting
I’ve just started an online oil painting class through The Great Courses, and am absolutely loving it. Some of the info I knew from...
- Jan 30
The Fascinating Story Behind Homer
My jewelry is deeply inspired and rooted in history and it’s always been my goal to make history as easy and accessible as possible. I...
- Jan 26
Writing Prompt for Creatives: Studio/Work Space
My studio is a mirror of the evolution of my work and of my personal life. What I’ve been able to create along with how my life has...
- Jan 23
Let's Catch Up
I haven't been able to blog much these days. I've been reading a book that has me totally hooked and anytime I have free time, I'm...
- Jan 20
I Really Missed Being a Kid
I haven't had a moment to sit down and write and I'm coming to terms with my more chaotic rhythm. As a new(ish) mom who works from home...
- Jan 19
The Power of Finding Your Voice and Connecting with Others
I recently stumbled upon the work of Nicole Cicak and started by reading her blog. In a way, it inspired me to get back into the groove...
- Jan 16
Inspiring Words From Other Bloggers
I’ve been trying to sit down and enjoy the weekends more so my posts won't always be published at the same time everyday. As I navigate...
- Jan 14
First Design for the Aeneid Collection: an Ode to the Muse
I’m really excited for this first design. In The Iliad and The Odyssey, Homer calls on the Muse to help him sing the epic poems. The...
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