Today is my Art Day!

I'm dedicating this day of rest to not shop for deals but to make art. Whether it's fractals, anything digital, doodles, or painting; I'm surrounding myself with creative energy. I might even write today. I'm so thankful for my gifts. Today, I'm showing my appreciation by expressive for as long as I can.

AEDM Update

I can't believe it's been a little over a week since the last AEDM and NaNoJoumo update. I'm not ready to post any images. Maybe, that'll be an event for Thanksgiving. I've just finished two works for a Small Works Exhibition and I'm pooped. Guess I'll go doodle away to relax my mind.

AEDM/NaNoJoumo Days 8-14

I've missed some days, but I have made up in different ways for AEDM and NaNoJoumo.  Here's what I have from Days 8-14 that could fit on the scanner. Two of my pieces were too big. You'll have to wait till I get batteries for my camera to see those (Virtue and Forge). And as last roundup, all of my cues were from Dawn at D'blogala.

Day 14 Creation- PORTRAY

Who shall I portray myself to be today?

Have you ever felt the need to put on a different face for a different crowd?

Day 13 Creation -MYSTIQUE

What lies within the forest?

Day 13 Creation #2- ESSENCE was the word for Day 12, but I was out and about.

Dance freely and smell the essence of life.

Day 11 Creation- REVERIE

All the things I daydream about captured in symbols/words:

Love, Peace, Money, Condo with a water and city view, A happy earth

Day 10 Creations -LIBERTY

I took the liberty to modify one of my fractals in various ways. 

DAY 9's Creation is absent, but it had a dear message to share.

FORGE

Forge ahead my dear soldier! Victory is almost near.

Day 8 Creation- The word for the day was VIRTUE.

Too bad you can't see my virtuous woman.

However, here's my doodle while I was in the coffee shop.

NaNoJoumo & AEDM Days 4-7

Hey Everyone!

Here's the roundup of ink on paper for NaNoJoumo and AEDM. These are from Day 4 up to now. I took my cues from NaNoJoumo to keep me moving.

Day 7 Creation- The word of the day is MOMENT.

I'm in the moment of speaking more lovingly. This list is just a start.



Day 6 Creation- Esoteric is the word and hearts and spirals abound.

Day 5 Creation- I found EQUANIMITY to come right on time.

I feel more balanced now. Thank goodness.



Day 4 Creation- The word of the day was QUARTER.

I thought, "Wouldn't it be cool if quarters got another makeover?

Let's have pretty pictures and illustrated faces on them."



Art Everywhere This Month

November is a special time for artists. Currently, I'm participating in a few projects which some of you may be partaking in as well. I've committed myself to creating art daily for Art Every Day Month, which is hosted by Leah at Creative Everyday. I'm also putting pen to paper and whatever else comes to mind for NaNoJoumo being hosted over at D'blogala. Whew! Haven't posted pics yet. Maybe, this evening it will happen. Almost forgot to mention that I'm collecting doodles for The Doodle Daily's World Doodle Challenge. Warren says, "Keep them coming!" I will indeed. These projects are just what I need, especially after an art slump.

Doodles Doodles and More Doodles

Hi All!

Thanks to SueDoodles, I have learned of a great doodling opportunity. On her blog, Sue mentioned that Warren at The Doodle Daily is seeking doodles from around the world. The goal is to collect 1 million doodles within a year. So, if you are a doodler or doodler at heart, please head over to The Doodle Daily for submission details. I submitted two so far.

Playing with markers and paper

Hi Everyone! Long time no see. I've been away from you guys for too long. Though I have made a few peeks at the other blogs, I haven't been in the blogging mood. Not to worry though. I've been busy elsewhere.

While I've been away from the computer, I have been playing with my markers. 
Care to see a few?

Now, what shall I do?

Doodling in the Rain

Well, I doodled inside while it was raining. Here's what I did yesterday:

As promised

Here's the doodle I did yesterday. Posting as promised.

Blissful Creations

I joined the Creative Everyday Challenge a few weeks ago, but hadn't posted anything relating to the themes.  Well, yesterday was such an opportune time to experience bliss, which is the theme for June.  Yesterday's weather presented much rain, thunder, and lightning.  Though this may be disturbing to some people, I find such moments to be very very soothing.  When it rains, I look out the window and thank Mother Nature for replenishment and the gift of water.  The sound of the rain-slicked roads is like a lullaby to me and it brings peace.  With all this said, I was calm enough to create and get back to my life's purpose.  This was very much needed because my week was pretty sluggish. Being centered and calm is pure bliss.  Out of bliss came these lovely creations.

Retreat Doodles

These are the doodles I promised to post.  While I was retreating in a serene environment, I was able to allow the pen to do its work without interference.

Blog Reading

I know most blogs have blogrolls, but I don't have one yet.  I've been reading so many blogs and then I find more great blogs to read.  There are just too many to put into a simple blogroll.  I definitely don't have a fave over another.  I have found so much inspiration and joy from reading blogs by various artists, doodlers, writers, and other creatives.  It's sooooooooooooo wonderful.  Okay, bye for now. Back to reading.

Postcard Doodles

I designed these postcards while I was in the library today.  I wonder who the lucky recipients are going to be...