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Heartbreaking

Posted on March 6, 2024March 6, 2024 by pickyknitter87

So, if you are a regular you may notice a bunch of blogs missing. It has come to my attention that others have been using my blog and my artwork to “teach” others. I spent countless hours distracted from my family to create examples of artwork step by step. I viewed it as a ministry … Continue reading Heartbreaking →

Old Glory

Posted on July 24, 2021 by pickyknitter87

I was asked to paint something patriotic. This was part of my original idea, and I hope to finish my idea eventually. I still love how the flag turned out.

Happy Easter!

Posted on April 4, 2021 by pickyknitter87

I had the opportunity to do some artwork for my church. I pray that as this Easter season is here that you may draw close to Jesus and find life in Him.

Town Spirit!

Posted on October 10, 2020October 10, 2020 by pickyknitter87

I was asked to paint a football for our local town. I had a lot of fun with it! Got the words added! On to the helmets! Added some grass and a pompom. Someone wanted her picture with it. Such a fun challenge! It’s so exciting to see my artwork out in the community. Hopefully … Continue reading Town Spirit! →

Fun Break!

Posted on October 4, 2020October 4, 2020 by pickyknitter87

I had the pleasure of helping spruce up yet another wall in my lovely town! The beginning Then a couple coats of white sealer, and a lot of speckles. A pretty blank canvas! Then began the sketching. I must say, I adore this design! The sketch The view 10/2/2020 It was less than 24 hours … Continue reading Fun Break! →

It is Finished!

Posted on August 5, 2020August 14, 2020 by pickyknitter87

God blessed us with a sunny day with lower humidity and only mid 80’s! What to do? Finish this mural of course! How we started the day... I am so glad my son was there to sit on the ladder for me. If you know me, ladders are not my friend! I attempted to sketch … Continue reading It is Finished! →

Fresh off the Printing Press!

Posted on July 30, 2020 by pickyknitter87

I am so excited for my first batch of prints were picked up today! First Batch! These are some of the more cards. They measure 4.25”x5.5 with envelopes. They will be $1.50 each, 6 for $8, or 12 for $15. Plus shipping Pathways All the pieces can be found in my gallery except for this … Continue reading Fresh off the Printing Press! →

A Little Bit Closer!

Posted on July 29, 2020 by pickyknitter87

Today, I planned on getting a relatively early start and possibly finished the mural. However, that didn’t go as planned. I ended up not getting to it until after lunch. Just a little white.... Since I didn’t start until after lunch, I started on doing some touch ups while waiting to see if it was … Continue reading A Little Bit Closer! →

Gearing up for Big Things!

Posted on July 26, 2020 by pickyknitter87

Most of the time I spend time on art that easily fits in a bag, and can travel with me. Today I started a job that is bigger than most of my work. Big blank canvas! I started sketching it out with charcoal. Half way there! I have a few adjustments to make. I am … Continue reading Gearing up for Big Things! →

Inspiration…

Posted on July 16, 2020July 17, 2020 by pickyknitter87

I have often been asked where I get my inspiration. Honestly, my first inspiration would be God. He is the original Artist and Creator. I am constantly in awe of what He has created. A beautiful inspiration. There are plenty of times however, I start a piece of artwork and something distracts me from finishing … Continue reading Inspiration… →