A journal of art, photography, spirituality, ideas, books, movies, food, poetry & hope
The Return of the Prodigal Son (Book Review with Quote)
Read moreIn this classic, Henri Nouwen explores the parable of the prodigal son through a close examination of Rembrandt's painting...
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Degas/Manet Show at the MET in NYC
Read moreI enjoyed studying the mark making and brushstrokes in these.
Smashed Potatoes with Green Goddess Dip (Recipe)
Read moreThese crispy morsels paired with this yummy green goddess dip, it makes a welcome hot appetizer for the holiday...
Two New Pages in my Artist Journal
Read moreThe collage above focuses on my prayers for peace in Gaza.
Roasted Carrots and Grapes with Dukkah (Recipe)
Read moreThis is delicious, interesting, and easy, which is a perfect combination.
Reading Challenge Summary for 2023 (with Review Links)
Read moreI read (or will finish) 65 books this year, which is very close to average for me.
Be Ruthless About What You Ignore (James Clear Quote)
Read moreYou can only deeply commit to a few things. One or two? Maybe three?
The Soul Dwells Where Beauty Lives (John O’Donohue Quote)
Read moreAll holiness is about learning to hear the voice of your own soul.
Books of Sketchbook Examples (Sketchbook Ideas #10)
Read moreThese are not how-to books, but rather inside cameos of what other artists have done in their sketchbooks and...
Two New Small Collages
Read moreLately I’ve been experimenting printing collage papers, and these two small acrylic collages utilize some of them.
Bits and Clips for November 2023
Read moreI hope you find something among all this artwork, photography, poetry, memes, links, and quotes that spurs you on,...
Hike Photos from Huntington State Park (November 2023)
Read moreI'm grateful for walking at Huntington State Park; I basked in the foliage colors and the endlessly fascinating reflections.
