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Special Recognition in the 11th Annual Landscapes Art Exhibition: 2021Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery

Although I have not been posting lately, I have been quite busy painting. I have also been occupied with the art form of encaustics. And I have wonderful news to report. Results were recently announced from the Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery.  

My encaustic art work, Forest Path, received Special Recognition in the 11^th Annual Landscapes Art Exhibition 2021. The gallery received 523 entries from 24 different countries around the world as well as from 31 different states and the District of Columbia. I am happy to be among the chosen finalists.

Happy Halloween 2020

Teddie, the Ewok, is wishing you a Happy Halloween 2020 this year!

National Dog Day: Teddie

I was so busy entering Teddie in a contest yesterday that I forgot

to add this post to my blog on #National Dog Day. Have a great day!

Happy July 4th 2019

Teddie

For the upcoming holiday weekend, I rounded up my two, reluctant editors to take a July 4th photograph.

As you can see, neither one of them was too thrilled at the prospect of posing.

Tia

After they had a few biscuit treats, they forgave me for interrupting their nap time.

Enjoy the beautiful Holiday weekend and Stay Safe!

Happy Easter 2019

Enjoy this beautiful Easter Day!

I definitely didn't score any points with Teddie this morning. First, he had to get his face washed. Then he had to pose for photos. 

Merry Christmas 2018!

Merry Christmas. May all your holiday wishes come true!

Teddie, the reluctant elf, finally agreed to pose for pictures.

Happy Thanksgiving 2018

Happy Thanksgiving 2018! Enjoy this beautiful day.

Teddie is dressed up and all ready for turkey and dessert.

Let's Face it 2019 Course

I'm excited to share the news that I won a place in the year-long course Let's Face It - 2019. Each of the 24 artists/instructors offered a complimentary membership in the class and I was lucky to win a spot from artist, Lucy Cooke.

The academic course, hosted by Kara Bullock, will be devoted to studying portraits and figures and will focus on the use of different mediums.

Right now, early bird registration is $99. compared to the regular price of $129. The course begins in January. Here are just some of the highlights of the course:

• 50 weeks of amazing lessons.
• 24 PDF eBooks to go along with the main lessons.
• A complimentary copyright-free library.
• Artist giveaways.
• Suggested supply list when registration opens.
• Downloadable videos.
• A Facebook group dedicated to students and teachers.

For more course details, check out the course site.

Painting by Lucy Cooke

You may also want to check out Lucy Cooke's site since she will be one of the instructors in Let's Face It. I love this beautiful painting that Lucy entitled: The Emerging Artist.

Happy July 4th 2018

Happy July 4th to All. Enjoy this Beautiful Day!

God Bless America.

Happy Birthday Teddie

Today is my Shih Tzu, Teddie's Birthday. His nickname in our home is Mr. Perfect because he really is an adorable, lovable fur baby who is so easy to get along with. And I think he's finally getting used to all this picture taking of mine.

He has a sweet tooth so his birthday treat today is angel food cake.

Happy Mother's Day 2017

Happy Mother's Day, especially to those moms of Fur Babies.

Needless to say, my two editors didn't appreciate posing for Mother's Day photos. Tia has her attitude on for the above picture.

Teddie was just a bit more cooperative. My husband said I was making him into a fruitcake with the flowers on his head.

Enjoy Your Day!

Floral Contest at Craftsy

There's a fun contest going on at Craftsy.  Simply recreate a floral scene, and your piece could be featured on Craftsy! If their art editor selects your work to be featured, you'll win a free online class.

I submitted a whimsical bunch of flowers. Check out the contest details.

Happy Easter 2017: Fur Baby Bunnies

Happy Easter Sunday!

Well, at least I was excited about the pink bunny hats. As you can see, Teddie tolerated what he probably considered an insult - and he didn't appreciate the photo shoot either.

Tia was darn right moody about the entire project. All in all, I enjoyed the hats, photos and cuteness. 

Enjoy the Day!

Teddie in his Cozy Nest

I'm always amazed at how our Shih Tzu, Teddie, arranges his sleeping spots so that they are comfy and cozy. Here he is using one of his favorite toys as a pillow.

Teddie actually prefers stuffed animals as big as he is. It's a funny sight to see him running through the house carrying one of these large toys.

Happy Valentine's Day 2017

After a few technical issues today, Teddie is here to say: Happy Valentine's Day. Hope your day is filled with chocolate.

This is the result of the camera person making strange sounds to attract Teddie's attention.

Merry Christmas 2016

I hope you are enjoying the Holiday Weekend!

Today was the day for the annual Christmas picture of our two Shih Tzu. Tia hid behind the couch. I managed to catch Teddie who was a very reluctant elf when it came to posing. Finally, my husband was able to take a great picture which you see above.

Here are two pictures that I took. As you can see, Teddie wasn't too focused on the task at hand.

By this time, even the Santa hat wasn't cooperating. Oh Well. Merry Christmas to All! Enjoy the Holidays!

Artful Quote

I just spotted this quote on Textile Artist. The words really resonated with me.

Fashion Color Report for Spring 2017: from Pantone

Image from the Pantone site

Do you incorporate trending colors in the art that you create? Then you may be interested in The PANTONE Fashion Color Report for Spring 2017.

According to Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute: "Reminiscent of the hues that surround us in nature, our Spring 2017 Fashion Color Report evokes a spectrum of emotion and feeling."

"From the warmth of sunny days with PANTONE 13-0755 Primrose Yellow to the invigorating feeling of breathing fresh mountain air with PANTONE 18-0107 Kale and the desire to escape to pristine waters with PANTONE 14-4620 Island Paradise, designers applied color in playful, yet thoughtful and precise combinations to fully capture the promises, hope and transformation that we yearn for each Spring."

I'm really loving the color Island Paradise.

Complimentary Beauty Products from Paula's Choice: Review

I joined BzzAgent and received complimentary products from Paula's Choice. Here's what came in the mail:

• Paula's Choice Anti-Aging Eye Cream. I really impressed with this product. The cream has a rich, luxurious texture yet it imparts a light feeling on the skin. I like the idea that the cream contains high-quality ingredients such as age-fighting antioxidants, peptides and soothing ingredients, including shea butter.

• Paula's Choice Eyeshadow Palette. The kit includes five velvety powder eyeshadows: Cream, Beige, Café Au Lait, Clay and Sugar Plum. The neutrals are my favorites since those are my go-to shades. I also love the sleek compact, and brush, which will easily slip into my purse.

Check out BzzAgent for yourself.

Strathmore Free Online Workshops for 2016

Strathmore has announced their FREE Upcoming 2016 Workshops:

Workshop 1
Sketchbook Fury – the Art Ninja’s Guidebook
Instructor: Graham Smith
Start date: March 7, 2016

Workshop 2
The Mind of Watercolor
Instructor: Steve Mitchell
Start date: May 2, 2016

Workshop 3
Colorful Creation with Marker
Instructor: Will Terrell
Start date: Sept. 5, 2016

I'm looking forward to all three sessions. Check out the workshop details.

 

Beautiful Hands - Book Review

The wonderful and informative site, KidLit411 hosted a giveaway for the lovely children's book, Beautiful Hands, and I was lucky enough to win a copy. The book is written by Bret Baumgarten and illustrated by Kathryn Otoshi.

The story is based on co-author Bret Baumgarten’s experience of holding his daughter’s hands every morning and asking her, "What will your beautiful hands do today?" The handprint illustrations in the story are made up of Bret's and Kathryn's own family members.

The story tells how little hands can do so many wonderful things: plant ideas; stretch imaginations; and reach for dreams. I'm captivated by the colorful art that was developed by using thumb- and hand-prints. The colors are so bright and lush that they seem to leap off the page. Color always inspire me.

The book was created to inspire children everywhere to use their power to help themselves and others achieve their dreams. As a bonus, the book stirs the imagination of adults too. This book is definitely a keeper in your personal library for the years ahead.

 

Merry Christmas 2015

Merry Christmas to All from Cinnamon Pink and my Little Elf, Teddie!

 

Penny & Jelly: The School Show Picture Book

As I mentioned a while back, I took part in the Picture Book Idea Month (PiBoIdMo) sponsored by writer Tara Lazar in November 2015.

Well, I was lucky enough to win the beautiful picture book, Penny & Jelly (The School Show) written by Maria Gianferrari and illustrated by Thyra Heder.

The book tells readers about the fun-filled antics of Penny and her pup Jelly as they get ready for the School Talent Show.

I especially love how the words and images blend so seamlessly to quickly pull young readers into the twists and turns of the story. If a special little one in your family loves a good read, this book would make a lovely Christmas present.

Happy Thanksgiving

 

Image from The Graphics Fairy

Happy Thanksgiving to all of my Readers. Enjoy the Day.

 

Pray for Paris

Sending Heartfelt Prayers to the People of Paris.

The Editors Arrived Back from the Groomer

My Shih Tzu editors, Tia & Teddie, just arrived back from the Groomer. 

I had Ron take a picture of them. If they look a little stern to you, it's because Ron is shouting: Stay...Stay....Stay... so that they don't move while he takes their photo. Ahhh,,,,the things that we put our fur kids through.

Happy Mother's Day 2015

Happy Mother's Day - especially to those Moms of Fur Babies!

This lovely image comes from The Graphics Fairy.

Merry Christmas 2014

MERRY CHRISTMAS from Cinnamon Pink and our reluctant Holiday Elf, Teddie. As you can see from the photo, Teddie did not like wearing his hoodie.

Thank you all for visiting my blog and leaving such lovely comments. Enjoy the Day!

Seven Day Winter Writing Workshop from Do What You Love

Via Do What You Love, I heard about their FREE Seven Day Winter Writing Workshop. Here's a description of the Workshop from their site:

"This winter, settle in for a very special FREE seven day Winter Writing Workshop, brought to you in association with Frances Booth, author of The Distraction Trap. Do you have a burning ambition to be a writer? Have you been thinking about writing a blog, a magazine article or column or even a book but just never found the time? Well this is the time. It is your time."

"The series runs for seven days from December 29, 2014 – January 4, 2015, making the most of the hushed time after the rush of the Christmas holidays. Each day you will be sent a short note from professional writer Frances, along with daily writing prompts, writer development exercises and some special tips from well known writers. Frances will share her experience of tackling some of the most common fears all writers share, including fear of the blank page and lack of inspiration. At the end of the series you will also receive a PDF of 100 writing prompts to keep you writing all year long."

Check it out!  

 

Check Out SkillShare

I just found out that SkillShare is offering some free courses.

A while back, I took a (paid) course on Greeting Cards (Design & Sell Your Own Cards) with Kate Harper. The course was excellent - and the course prices are very reasonable.

Check them out. I have no relationship with SkillShare. I'm just a satisfied customer.

 

Happy Mother's Day 2014

Happy Mother's Day, especially to the Moms of Fur Babies. Enjoy the day doing what you love best.

Our Roses and Rhododendron are blooming. The Hydrangea have not bloomed yet due to the unusually cold Winter we experienced last season in North Carolina. 

New Blog Banner & Completed Art Journal Page

Yes, I finally changed the Banner on my blog. I also changed the Banner on my Etsy Shop too. I used Hearts on both Banners which are one of my favorite symbols. Many of you probably know that about me.

I tend to get very focused on my daily art making so I don't market my Blog/Etsy Shop as much as I should. I do like the new look of my Banner - I hope you do too.

I completed the Art Journal page which I blogged about yesterday. I created the blue border by tearing strips of Gelli Art prints and pasting them on the edges of the journal page. I also added some more embellishments. Below is how the Journal page looked yesday.

   

 

Happy Valentine's Day 2014

Happy Valentine's Day from the Staff at Cinnamon Pink. Tia and Teddie just came back from the Groomer.

Merry Christmas 2013

Wishing You All a Happy Holiday!

 

Happy Easter 2013

Wishing You a Lovely Holiday. Enjoy this Beautiful Day!

Miss Tia Plaque Featured on It's a Madcap Life Etsy Team Google+

The wonderful It's A Madcap Life Etsy Team featured my Miss Tia Wood Plaque  on their Google+ page. I really appreciate it. Thank you so much Madcappers and Silk Mandel. Here's the post:

It's A Madcap Life

Jan 4, 2013  -  Public

Today we had the great pleasure of visiting Darlene Koppel's Shop, Koppel Studio. As soon as we walked in her shop we were in love! Darlene's shop is filled with beautiful art prints, felted animals and more! She is an accomplished mixed media artist who's work has been published in many books and magazines. Our favorite peice is the Miss Tia Wood Plaque. Something about this sweet and sassy little thing just called to us. Turns out she's Darlene's favorite too! Enjoy

Miss Tia (Cinnamon Pink Girl) Wood Plaque »

I know I shouldnt have favorites but Miss Tia has always been my favorite Cinnamon Pink Girl. Shes just a little more sweet and a little more saucy.

Silk Mandel, owner of Etsy Shop I Loved Clover (and one of our Madcap Team Leaders) created the above post. Thank you Mandel! Take a few minutes to check out her Etsy Shop. I especially love her Alice in Wonderland Teapot Necklace. Isn't it cute?

Image from I Loved Clover Etsy Shop

If you are an Etsy Seller, you may want to join our team, It's A Madcap Life. We are a fun and supportive group. Check it out!

Happy New Year 2013

I just had to use the recite this tool for this greeting. Enjoy the First Day of Your New Year!

Merry Christmas 2012

Wishing You All a Joyous and Relaxing Merry Christmas!

Teddie enjoyed wearing the red bow tie but he didn't care for all of the endless snapshots to get the picture just right.

Tia & Teddie - Shih Tzu Photo Update

Time for a picture update: My two Shih Tzu assistants - Tia and Teddie - recently took a trip to the Groomer. They have been walking around with a bit of an Attitude because they think they look so cute. Ron tempted them with a treat so that they would sit still enough for this picture.

Here is a closeup photo of Tia. Ron thinks Tia's bow makes her look like a hooker but I like when the Groomer pretties both of them up.

This is Teddie's favorite position where he brashly waits for tummy rubs. Here's a photo of Teddie when he was just a baby.

Happy Easter 2012

Enjoy the Day - and Eat Plenty of Chocolate - Happy Easter!

Happy New Year 2012!

Image from The Graphics Fairy

Happy New Year!

Today You have  the Opportunity of Starting a  Fresh New Page to Write the Story of Your New Year.

Here's to New Plans, New Goals.... and New Action Steps. What will You Do with Your New Year?

Merry Christmas

Image from The Graphics Fairy

Wishing You the Merriest Christmas. Enjoy the Day!

Free Shipping Today in My Etsy Shop

Just a Reminder:  Get FREE SHIPPING in My Etsy Shop TODAY in celebration of Cyber Monday.

Use the coupon code: HOLIDAYS.

Free Shipping on Cyber Monday in My Etsy Shop

In the spirit of the Holiday Season, I'll be offering FREE SHIPPING in My Etsy Shop on Cyber Monday. I love free online shipping. I hope you do too.

When does the Promotion start. Right now! To get free shipping when you visit my Etsy Shop, please use the coupon code: HOLIDAYS.

Happy Thanksgiving

Image from The Graphics Fairy

Wishing a Happy and Relaxing Thanksgiving Day to all my Readers and Customers. Your lovely and kind comments make it all worthwhile for me.

My Laptop Crashed

Today is not a good day for me. My laptop crashed. I'm writing this post on DH's laptop.

Wish me luck on Monday when I take my laptop in for service. Hopefully, I haven't lost my files and documents.

Have a Happy Sunday!

 

Good Night Irene

I'm thrilled that Irene has left our area of North Carolina.

We experienced about three days without electricity. We were lucky that we only endured small damages. This was my first hurricane. And the strong, and constant, winds were definitely frightening! It rained for twenty-four hours without stopping. But we didn't have flooding which was good.

If you went through Hurricane Irene, I hope all is well with you.

Hurricane Irene Set to Make its Debut In North Carolina

We began the day with sunshine and some light rain. Now, in the late afternoon, the winds are beginning to kick up and more clouds are forming. I'm hoping we will have power tomorrow.

Miss Irene will make her grand entrance, tonight, in our area.

God Bless North Carolina - and God Bless the Northeast!

Summer of Color - Featuring Brown

I'm hopelessly behind in the Summer of Color Challenge hosted by the Twinkle Twinkle blog. Where does the time go?

This week's featured color is BROWN which is a rich and yummy color that I always enjoy working with. Here's my entry:

Free Shipping in My Etsy Shop During July 4th Weekend

 Beautiful Image from The Graphics Fairy

As an online shopper, I get excited when I find promotions offering free shipping.

And that's why I'm offering FREE SHIPPING, in My Etsy Shop, this holiday weekend. The promotion begins Friday, July 1 and ends on Monday, July 4. Just use the promotion code: cinnamon pink.

Happy 4th of July Weekend!!! Thank you for visiting!

Art & Soul Retreats: Newly Designed Web Site

 
In case you haven't heard, Art & Soul Retreats has a newly designed Web site.

The site also offers: Art & Soul Radio which "explores all aspects of the creative process. Listeners range from those who dream of becoming an artist to professional artists, crafters and everyone in between who is ready to fully step into their creative potential."

"Guests and topics include artists, authors, art materials and techniques, the business of art, creative blocks, AHA moments and more."

In 2012, the Art & Soul Retreat will be coming to Virginia Beach from March 1 through March 5. Class registration begins on June 1. Check it out!