"Make Way for the New" End of the Year Studio Sale

Hi All,

I hope you are keeping afloat during the holiday season. As 2013 comes to a close, I am already thinking about projects for 2014. One such project is to clarify goals for my business and to build a solid brand. In gaining clarity, I must first provide space to welcome in the new.

That's why I am having a "Make Way for the New" End of the Year Studio Sale. I love my art, but it's not going to serve you if I still have it. This is your opportunity to get a head start on the new year and invite soul-enriching art into your sacred space or to share with a loved one. I am hosting the sale on my Facebook Page.  I almost forgot to mention, FREE SHIPPING is available! :-)

Take care lovelies!

Darnita

365 Project: Day 105

Squash Heaven

As a child, I only knew of an orange pumpkin that was perfect for carving. It wasn't until adulthood that I was able to see the variety that existed. Some are smooth. Some are bumpy. Some are orange. Some are green. Some are short and some are tall.  Though they are all classified as pumpkin, they have stretched me out of my limited perception or definition of a pumpkin. It's a small example of how we as humans are and about how life is in general.  No definition or single idea of anything can truly encapsulate all that truly exists; for we are all unique, colorful, and special.

365 Project: Day 104

Family by Darnita L Howard

Here is one of my latest paintings called Family which is about the love binds its members and generations represented.

365 Project: Day 103

Burien Fog

Fall has brought about many foggy days in the Seattle area. This image was taken last night while heading home. I was struck by the air of mystery brought on by the fog and the way the streetlight shown through the branches. A night like this would be perfect for Halloween.

365 Project: Back in Action/Day 102

Hi All,

I am back with 365 Project. Yeah, I know. It's been a while. Blogging had taken a backseat because I was really focused on some projects that required more attention.  As I am winding down on completion of those projects, I finally feel relaxed enough to pause in the day. My mind is quiet enough for me to be present, to notice the beautiful autumn leaves and to feel the cool crisp air on my cheeks. This is the space where I am receptive and open to Spirit. This is where I am in tuned with nature and energy, inciting me to capture an image or to create. I'm following the rhythm right now and it's ready to be in this space again with you all.  As I move forward in the 365 Project, I will be doing things a little differently. Prior to this moment, I was pretty random in what I decided to post here. There really wasn't a connection to some of the images and that's not how I want to treat photography or, most importantly, my life.  I will be sharing more of what has piqued my interest, visions that have resonated with me, places and things that have spoken to the core of my Divine nature. Thank you for being on this journey with me.

To kick-off the resuming of the At the Art of It 365 Project, I wanted to share a sunset from one of the last days of summer. The colors scream autumn and warmth. I am in awe over the gleam of that sun.

365 Project: Painterly Photos

Hi Lovelies,

I have missed sharing photos with you, but I had to take a break. I hope you understand. Anyway, I am back with images of my latest works. I have been transforming some of my beloved photos into digital paintings or painterly photos as I like to call them. I was inspired by Kat Sloma and her Paint the Sky collection. With all of the different programs loaded on this hard drive, I decided to have playtime. It's been such a pleasure. Who knows? I may sell them as prints.




Clouds at Seahurst

Exploration



Feeling Showered



In the Garden



Life Lines



Loving Autumn



Painted Forest 1



Painted Forest 2



Planted Firmly



Power Coming from Within



Solitude

Standing Out

365 Project: Days 100 and 101

Hi Lovelies,

I am behind again on posting. I hope to catch up soon.

Day 100: King Street Station

Day 101: My attempt at jewelrymaking

365 Project: Days 97, 98, and 99

Day 97: A tote I made at Seattle Art Museum

Day 98: Green Porsche

Day 99: Joy of Painting

365 Project: Day 96

Two monarch butterfly inspired dresses in one day.
The one on the left is designer and the one on the right is made of recyclable materials found outside a home store.

365 Project: Days 94 and 95

Day 94: Wolf installation



Day 95: Vibrant veggies

365 Project: Day 93

Summer sky resembles Fall

365 Project: Day 92

Japanese fan

365 Project: Days 90 and 91

Day 90: Playing with the markers and new micron pen

Day 91: Oliver's Bite in Burien

365 Project: Days 88 and 89

Day 88: Artichoke?

Day 89: Guardian of the Spirit

365 Project: Days 85, 86, and 87

Day 85: African Masks

Day 86: Hidden Gift

Day 87: Heart and Thorns

365 Project: Days 82, 83, and 84

Day 82: Paint Day

Day 83: Wax melted on the pebble

Day 84: Gorgeous scarves

365 Project: Day 81

A game of chess anyone? At Hay Hing Park in Seattle

365 Project: Day 80

Saw this on electrical box

365 Project: Day 79

Choppers in the distance

365 Project: Days 77 and 78

Day 77: Intricate pattern of a pine cone

Day 78: Bibimbap from Chan Seattle: Fantastic!