Category Archives: Art

Save the World One Painting at a Time

Posted on April 25, 2012 by

This post features my daughter’s idea for merging her passion for painting with her desire to change the world: What is your passion? What is your dream? When I was a little girl, I wanted to save the world. I … Continue reading →

Posted in Art | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

An Ache to Paint

Posted on April 24, 2012 by

Sunday evening before I drifted off to sleep, I had a scene from the movie, “The Notebook,” in my mind. In this scene, the main character, Allie, is sitting in the art studio that Noah, her lover, designed with her … Continue reading →

Posted in Art | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Technology-assisted Art

Posted on March 24, 2012 by

My husband calls my technology-assisted art “cheater art.” When I showed him my latest oil painting in process, he chuckled and teased, “So is this the real thing or your cheater art?” His comments rolled right off my back like … Continue reading →

Posted in Art | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

The Evolution of a Mixed Media Collage

Posted on March 23, 2012 by

I’ve been on a real bird kick lately, and this mixed media piece evolved from a poem I wrote and a photo my husband took in Yosemite National Park, California. I entitled the poem, “Broken Promises.” I needed a red-breasted robin … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, mixed media art | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Cherry Blossom Acrylic Painting by Elya Filler

Posted on March 21, 2012 by

Take an artistic journey through the creation of a cherry blossom painting that spreads across three canvases. My time spent living in Seoul, South Korea, inspired me to paint cherry blossom trees. This post will take you through the process. … Continue reading →

Posted in Art | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Aligning your Creative Compass

Posted on March 20, 2012 by

“Wonderfully written words and I totally relate to the Creative Eclectic thing. Is it a curse or a gift? It really doesn’t matter because for those of us who are afflicted with it, it is not a matter of choice.” … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, The Book: Refrain from the Identical: Insights and Inspiration for Creative Eclectics | Tagged , , , , , , | 5 Comments

The Entrepreneurial Side of Art

Posted on March 16, 2012 by

I’ll be honest; I’m mesmerized by the business side of art because I find the idea that people can do what they love and get paid for it fascinating. Entrepreneurs like Kelly Rae Roberts and Mary Engelbreit motivate me. These innovative women took their artistic … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Artistic Entrepreneurs, Chasing Sunsets Josiah Filler's Blog | Tagged , , , , , , , | 6 Comments

The Gift of the Artistic

Posted on March 14, 2012 by

The artistic are gifts for humankind. They are light bearers among us. READ THE ENTIRE POST…

Posted in Art | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Bird of Paradise: Finding Contentment through Art

Posted on March 13, 2012 by

Paradise does not exist in some vague, distant place. We discover contentment by being present in the here and now and making something beautiful from the real stuff of life. This post from my creativity website shares my passion for … Continue reading →

Posted in Art | Tagged , , , , , , | 6 Comments

Paint by Ruler

Posted on March 7, 2012 by

Because I’ve struggled with a fear of color, I thought there might be others who would enjoy my daughter’s recent post, “Paint by Ruler.” Elya is an acrylic artist who jumps right in when it comes to color experimentation. So, … Continue reading →

Posted in Art | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment