It's been too long since I posted here but I've recently been thinking about Heart Tree Art again and all things considered... not a lot is new in that realm since February anyway. But, here goes nothing... a much needed update.
I have though, been to Tofino, Whistler, Europe, Ontario, Quebec and Vancouver a few times. I've been busy playing and working and I will have you know, much to my dismay- not painting!
I just haven't been feeling it. The book was rejected by Orca Publishing for this year, so Lori and I are back to the drawing board as far as publishing is concerned. I didn't expect it but that little project took a lot of creative energy and now, after 4 months and a whole lot of travelling, am I feeling back to my creative self.
I've been doing a lot of soul searching and am realizing now that there is something very powerful to be said for the theory of living in the moment and making the joy in your life. I'm really appreciating good friends and the beauty in the world. I have been given the opportunity to spend my days at a very incredible workplace where I learn something new all the time. I really should blog more often as there are always little nuggets of wisdom to share from the group of people I work with. Like, living in the moment and appreciating that I am a healthy, vibrant young "chicken". :)
I'm working with my friend Toni to get my artwork out in the world a bit. She has a great new business - Rainforest Tours- http://www.victoria-hiking-guides.com/ When they have a trade show or display they have been using my artwork to decorate- which is totally awesome and I am so excited to be able to return the favor someday. I'm thinking I'll paint one of the photos from their brochure and create a display for them at an upcoming show. Who knows but really, if there is any way to support my friends I am ready and willing. So, check out their website, go on a guided hike or let me know if you know someone visiting Vancouver Island who might be interested in the best West Coast tour experience ever!
I went to the grand opening of the Cedar Hill Arts Center last weekend... What a great space. I'm not too sure if it is what I thought it would be- I wanted a space to go work on art surrounded by other creative people... maybe a storage space but mostly just space. Seems to me it's more of a teaching space.. I need to do a bit more research. The grand opening was all about the kids and fun play... so I can't say it was what I expected either.... but I can most likely get what I need from it once I get more involved. Fun! hmmm... how to create an artistic community....?
Perhaps I need to cultivate creativity and the rest will be easy. That said, my crafty ladies are the best creative community ever- so I can't say I'm alone.. in fact... far from it!
