This is the final week to vote for Artreageous pieces. The Art walk ends at 5 p.m. on Sunday, May 5, and voting (I’m vying for #14) closes at noon. Last weekend the Chicago Painters and Artists’ Meetup took a stroll down Clark, and it was the perfect day for it. You can pick up […]
It’s Springy! We’ve had some fabulous weather over the past few days. There was a gorgeous pink moon on Thursday. I also enjoyed watching the plane constellations shift. Someone wasn’t sure what all the moongazers were doing in its territory. Trees are blossoming. Birds are claiming their territory on a neighboring tree. Squirrels munch on […]
Tomorrow the the Chicago and Painters’ Meetup group will do an art walk at Artrageous, and you’re welcome to join. I look forward to seeing all the art work on display, including the encaustic art by FUSEDChicago members Jenny Learner, Katsy Johnson and Gina van der Reyden. Katsy Johnson and I You can download a […]
Before Chicagoland’s crazy flooding last week, I was able to go on a short walk at Waterfall Glen. I had overestimated my commute time so just 15 minutes shy of Lemont I spotted a nature preserve and decided to take a look on a sunny, warm and dry day. My attire wasn’t hike-friendly, but the […]
Last Tuesday Aurora Rose had its second anniversary, which was also marked by a ribbon cutting of their new location in Lemont, IL. Vendors, customers and family members celebrated the event, and it was lovely to meet some of the creative people my Maraviglia share the space with. Dad’s Roadhouse provided delicious snacks for the […]
Last year the Lincoln Park Champer of Commerce held its first Artrageous event. My Swift Swallowtails were selected to participate, and it was lovely to be part of the activities surrounding the inaugural event. I was thrilled to see Artrageous listed among calls for art earlier this year, signaling its success. Of course I wanted […]
Recently, a young girl inspired me to incorporate dogs and cats into a pendant. To my surprise, my zoo collection of vintage stamps didn’t have a ‘domesticated’ cat and dog. Instead, Jip en Janneke came to the rescue. This book was a staple in our household, with me being Janneke and my brother as Jip. Jip […]
 “Amber and I have a vision for Aurora Rose. We see it as an important part of the community. Someplace where you can get that perfect gift no matter the occasion, or the most adorable purse for yourself, a special keepsake, or learn something new.†~Kim Peters On Tuesday Aurora Rose Boutique will celebrate its second […]
Monday was a gorgeous day in Geneva. Although the day started out with rain, the drive was dry and sunny, and the gusty winds near the lake became a gentle breeze further inland. I took a lovely stroll around downtown Geneva upon my arrival and admired the various homes in the neighborhood. Soon it was […]
Ever have those days where the fog in your head doesn’t lift? You have some caffeine, then try a sugary-sweet, but you’re still feeling sluggish and unmotivated? Sometimes I push through, but yesterday I didn’t. It was a grey rainy day, and in spite of birds chirping, my energy tank remained on low. Therefore, the […]
