Wednesday, July 18, 2012

new pretties

a little sample of some new pretties just listed in my little shop Magpie Finds Paper. embossed tags, stickers and tags with washi paper flowers.love the way these look





Sunday, June 24, 2012

savouring the simple things

life gets busy. very busy. so it's good to stop and savour the simple things.....
 like a cup of french earl grey tea in my new teacup...mmmmm!
and a little posy of pansies from my garden
hope you can find time to savour the simple things in your life xx

Saturday, June 9, 2012

details

some detail shots from my early mornings down by the river....old weathered ropes and wire




Tuesday, May 22, 2012

take time to just be.....

sometimes in our busy lives we need to stop and take time. 
time to unwind, time to reflect, time to be with those we love, time to just take a step away from what is difficult. last night I did that. 
my son started his university degree this year. in visual arts. just like his Mum did many years ago. who would have thought?! I'm so proud of him and am thrilled to watch him developing as an artist. thrilled to offer suggestions when I can. thrilled to visit galleries together, discuss art and talk about this common interest. thrilled to help along the way when I can. and inspired to create.
but last night I was thrilled to be his helper (and official photographer!). it was just what I needed to do at this time. below you can see photos of his 3D work which he is ready to present for marking this week. I may be a bit biased....but....I think this work is just gorgeous. and last night was so peaceful as we lit the candles and put this work together to photograph.
just what I needed in so many ways




Saturday, May 19, 2012

discovery

two little smooth rocks. discovered in the pocket of my jacket when I put it on for the first time this year
thanks to Kim Klassen for the textures

Sunday, May 13, 2012

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

more doors

following on from my last post...some more doors. these are faded and weathered and.....beautiful