The Sanguine Muse » creativity

Not only do we love to create visuals to convey ideas, we occasionally even use words.
The Sanguine Muse is where we talk with you about the art process, discovering passion and motivation, creativity and, in general, the art of being human.

Hat Hair & Your Creative Style

Hat Hair & Your Creative Style

We don’t have to practice creativity only when crafting or drawing or writing a novel. We can also do it as a matter of style – in public!
Styling as High as a Gardener's Eye!

Styling as High as a Gardener's Eye!

Several years ago I was invited to an art opening at the home of an artist friend who reminded me that displaying art is a little like gardening.
From Beast to Beauty! Discover Your Own Creative Eye

From Beast to Beauty! Discover Your Own Creative Eye

My husband knows how to save stuff. Plenty of stuff. Usually related to old cars and trucks or other (often broken) mechanical things or ...
Art Styling ... with a Cherry on Top!

Art Styling ... with a Cherry on Top!

Let’s say you just bought a new piece of artwork. Maybe it looks a little like the one up there. And you’re ready to hang it in your space, whether... Read More
Painting of cowboy in muted colors alongside painting of brightly colored sunflower

The Emotion of Color

Early on in my fine art career I had a personal experience that taught me to pay attention to the ways color emotionally affects the viewer.
Small art with big presence displayed in peaceful home office environment

Small Talk About Fine Art

For those not entirely comfortable with the subject of fine art – or those of us who are a bit too practical – making art purchases can be a little...
Guidelines for the Culinary Challenged

Guidelines for the Culinary Challenged

“Who knew that the hardest part of being an adult is figuring out what to cook for dinner for the rest of your life, until you die."
When Money Buys Happiness

When Money Buys Happiness

Giving ourselves permission to acquire things that exist simply to give us joy is not wrong. It’s necessary.
Using Fine Art as Color "Magnets"

Made You Look!

"Think about this: Color evokes emotion. Without color our world would be gray and dull."