"Students should be taught that failure is a process, not an obstacle." ~Scott Adams, The Wall Street Journal Artists need to understand this also...as we struggle with the process of creativity. … [Read more...]
Bodymapping Art to Heal the Wounded Spirit
Whenever something weighs heavy on my spirit, I often use a body mapping technique to help work through it. Today this is on my easel. I learned this technique years ago in a workshop in the … [Read more...]
My Flutterby Illustration in New Patti Digh Book
It's official...I am a published illustrator! One of my artowrks (Flutterby #1) was chosen to illustrate the poem "Find the Beauty" in best-selling author Patti Digh's new book, what I wish for you - … [Read more...]
My Heart has Lutradur Wings
I love the translucency of Lutradur. It always makes me think of wings. So when Lisa Fulmer asked me to be on C&T Publishing's Wednesday Night Live TV show focusing on Lutrador, I jumped at the … [Read more...]
BLOOM Plant Wrapper Hostess Gift or Place Card
Oh what fun it is when Spring bursts forth and green replaces the brown of winter. I host a bloomin' posies party each year for five girlfriends. We each are assigned to bring six tiny potted plants, … [Read more...]
Creativity Rocks
Welcome all cowgirls and guys...this is the creativity exercise we did on the Trail Mix episode of Mixin' It Up with Rebecca on March 21st. It is an interesting process I use in my retreats that most … [Read more...]
Fantasy Designs with Rubber Stamps
Here are some of the things I do with rubber stamps from Viva Las Vegas Stamps and Stampo Blog. I am so inspired by the VLV stanps...my mind runs wild!!! There is ALWAYS movement toward the edge of … [Read more...]
Premiere Episode of Mixin’ It Up with Rebecca Video Segments
The Show Opening The Mixed Messages Book SUEDEsays Patterns for Simplicity soon available Heart Felt Card by Lisa Fulmer Tiny Gift Box by Rebecca E. Parsons Box of Chocolates by Candace … [Read more...]
Cupid’s Arrow is Coming Your Way Vintage Recycled V-Card
I heart Valentine's Day. It is my second favorite holiday next to Thanksgiving. I am sending this greeting and tiny artwork, inspired by a vintage Valentine's Day card of old. What I did: I created … [Read more...]
Here to put a dent in the universe
Steve Jobs said: “We’re here to put a dent in the universe. Otherwise why else even be here?” I'm just sayin'... Do you understand that you have big things to accomplish in this life? We … [Read more...]
Old Gypsy Wagon Doghouse with The “Veranda” Finish
Editor's Note: In celebration of our one year anniversary I will be featuring some of our favorite stories from 2010. Philanthropy: The Old Gypsy Wagon and The “Veranda” Finish by Randy … [Read more...]
Confessions of a Vintage Arts & Crafts Junkie
But of course... I have a confession to make...it's not easy for me. However I must come clean for my own well being...G U L P! My name is Rebecca and I am a Vintage Art- and Craft- … [Read more...]
Art of Plywood…Seeing Through Different Eyes
creative living idea this week... Have you ever thought of a piece of plywood becoming an unexpected work of art? I always encourage you too look at your world through different eyes as often … [Read more...]
Color Muze Quarterly: Color Muze Hues, News and Views
by Debra Disman Color for artists This article is a round-up of some of our favorite Color Muze tips and tidbits from fall of 2010 on Artistically Speaking Talk Show. Helmed by Rebecca E. Parsons, … [Read more...]