The Thrill of the Hunt
For her birthday last weekend, I took my daughter to our local barn sale. It's the kind of mad shopping event that happens only once a month, presumably because it... Read More
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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.
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
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!
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
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 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
“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
Giving ourselves permission to acquire things that exist simply to give us joy is not wrong. It’s necessary.
Made You Look!
"Think about this: Color evokes emotion. Without color our world would be gray and dull."