Posts Tagged ‘Sharing’
Saturday, March 17th, 2012
 I’ve been struggling…there I’ve said it!
Why is that so frightening to say to yourself or others?
I think because it’s shame-based, to the person who admits it and to those who hear it; or it feels like you’re admitting to a character flaw. Many people don’t know what to do with the feelings that come with struggles.
Neither do I, but I do know that getting it outside of myself, helps me to see it in front of me and allows me to do something about it, instead of letting the struggles roasts me like meat on a rotisserie!
I don’t need to get in the specifics of the struggles, it is safe enough to say “I have struggles or I’m struggling”. I am no different from other people who struggle, except maybe, I’m saying it out loud today and writing it for all to see, if they want.
I think that people are always willing to share the wonderful and beautiful things of life, but never the shades or shadows of one’s life/self. It makes us vulnerable and open. Yet, I have always found the greatest lessons, in the messiest parts my life. It shows that we are all apart of a zigzag journey, that calls us to the same place in the end.
 Believe me, I’m not trying to be deep, philosophical or depressing; it’s just a real thing for me now. It is in this part of the journey that I have find, I am human, not in a theoretical sense, but in the daily grind of life. So it’s not important that I share the exact struggles, but that I struggle. I share my happiness here all the time, so today, it’s struggling, that I’m sharing and everyone, and I mean everyone struggles. To not acknowledge that feels dishonest, so today, I share this and to let someone know…that we are struggling together.
It may not apply to you today, but maybe it will one day and you’ll remember this post and know that you’re never alone in it. It is in the struggles, that shows me that I am alive…living in the shade…coming to light daily.
Hibernation is almost over, Spring is coming…more light…more hope!
Tags: Comfort, Hibernation, http://indigeneart.com/blog, http:indigeneart.com, Indigene Theresa Gaskin, life, life's moments, lifestyle, mid-life crisis, Reflection, self, shades, shadow, Sharing, Spring, struggle, struggles, Surrender, yield
Posted in General, Illustration Friday, Work | 19 Comments »
Saturday, January 1st, 2011
 I want to thank all the people who have supported, assisted, prayed and were with me in spirit in the year, 2010; I’m glad I lived it and I’m glad it’s over!
Many people have New Year’s resolutions and I’m no different, but for me they’re a little more special, since it’s my birthday, too and they become my birthday wishes as well. Making resolutions, writing them down and letting others know what the resolutions are, help me to stay the course during the year.
Big Thanks and shout out to Maria Brophy for giving me a little help in my artistic resolution department.
FIVE NEW YEAR ART/ARTIST RESOLUTIONS:
1.) I RESOLVE TO PROMOTE MYSELF SHAMELESSLY. I will always have photos of my work with me to show to people I meet. I will introduce myself as an artist, and I will have a business card ready to hand out and make it easy for people to remember me and what I do.
2.) I RESOLVE TO CULTIVATE A GREAT WEBSITE. I will love it and nurture it and keep it updated weekly. My site will clearly demonstrate what I do and how to reach me.
3.) I RESOLVE TO CONTINUE OPERATING WITH COMPLETE INTEGRITY. I will DO WHAT I say I am going to do, WHEN I say I’m going to do it, 100% of the time. I HAVE earn a reputation for being reliable and upfront, and dependable. I HAVE become the person that people come to because not only do they love my art, they trust me and can count on me.
4.) I RESOLVE TO CONTINUE EDUCATING MYSELF IN THE BUSINESS OF ART. I will read at least 3 new books this year on marketing art, selling art, the business of art, etc. and learn new, better ways of doing things.
5.) I RESOLVE TO CONTINUE CONNECTING WITH OTHERS AND SHARE INFORMATION. I will spend more time with other creative people, sharing information and ideas and exchanging pricing strategies, tips on techniques, and anything else that will help a fellow artist (and myself) be more successful. I will be generous with my time and information. I will come to believe that the success of others only helps with my success, and vice-versa.
Most of all I will continue to love and support my family, whom give me the greatest joy of all.
May everyone be blessed in the coming year, when one door closes on you, may another open at the same time.
In peace.
Tags: Birthday, business actions, business art, Creative, doors, educating, http://indigeneart.com, http://mariabrophy.com, Indigene, Indigeneart.com, integrity, Maria Brophy, New Year, opportunities, resolutions, Sharing, strategies, Studio, studio cabinet, website
Posted in Art, Family, General, Studio Time | 18 Comments »
Wednesday, November 25th, 2009
For you, fine artist bloggers, I’ve found another great place for professional artists to network and to promote themselves. No, pFAn (their acronym) is not paying me for the advertising plug, I think of it as another way to promote yourself, if you’re an artist and it’s free until the end of the year! We artists, who are depending on our livelihood, should check it out. I’m an artist that shares and every artist has something to share and the world is big enough for all of us to do so.
Professional Artist Network is a networking index for fine artists and consultants working in the hospitality, healthcare, corporate and public art sectors.
Here is my Member Profile:
Website/Blog: http://indigeneart.com
“Illuminating the black and white of life with vivid color”
For Originals, Commissions or illustrations, contact: indigene@indigenart.com
Mugs, Totes & More at:http://www.cafepress.com/indigeneart
For various print sizes, framed Prints and more:http://Indigene.imagekind.com/
My art process is a transformative blending of materials, light and spiritual intent. My creations are a healing meditation, a living gateway that combines the varied language of symbolism. The finished painting is usually 10-20 layers of sheer color with delicate glazes. The artistic techniques are a fusion of many traditional forms of creating art.
(Painting: Oil/Canvas; 30″x40″ Commission)
Tags: Commission, Indigene, Indigeneart.com, marketing, Oil/Canvas, Palmer Theological Seminary, Professional Fine Art Network Blog, Self-Promotion, Seminary, Sharing, Waiting For the Maestro
Posted in Art, Featured Artist, Friends, Studio Time, Work | 2 Comments »
Thursday, August 6th, 2009
Bella Sinclair Award – This award is a token of inspiration for other artists out there to continue sharing their wonderful talent because there are people out there who truly cares.
Yoon See is an incredibly thoughtful and sweet artist, and her work is shines with her personality, brilliance and fun. She has so many different and wonderful styles!
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I received the Bella Sinclair Award on the left from Cheryl Lynn, a phenomenal woman woman who’s loving spirit snatches you right up from the start! So Cheryl, my dear, thank you, thank you!
The award was created by Ces ,for Bella Sinclair who is a wonderful artist whose husband passed away June, 2009. Ces is an artist who’s work makes you drool over a pen!
Cheryl Lynn graciously passed this award on to me, which she received from Vanessa Brantley Newton, who’s love and humor, brings me to my knees with laughter often! :) Vanessa gave this award to me also!
I was looking through my comment section this week and realized I also received this award from Art Fan Ako who just joined the world of the art blogsphere in May, 2009 and taking it by storm, I might add!
Finally, but never least I received the award on the right from Bella Sinclair in October, 2008, and for some reason, I missed it! While scrolling through Bella’s blog, because I missed her lovely spirit, I saw that Bella gave me the award last year and that award was created and given to Bella by Yoon See!
I love being an artist! (Yes, it’s because I’m “OCD” and there wasn’t anything else I could do to enjoy life) :) But, more importantly it has drawn me in a circle of artist bloggers, who are creative geniuses with monstrous talent, and I’m just happy visiting their blog!
So, in keeping with this sharing and caring lovefest, I pass these awards along to folks that are in my chain of caring:
Adrienne Trafford’s Blog
Kathy Hare Illustration
Nancy Lefko’s Beautiful Collage Art
Roberta Baird’s A Mouse in the House
Studio Lolo
ValGal Art: Illustration
Bjornik’s Pen/Ink
Teri’s Painted Daisies
If you’ve made in this far in reading this chain of care, please by all means you sincerely should add your name to the list! Peace to you all.
Tags: Adrienne Trafford’s Blog, Art Fan Ako, Awards, Bella Sinclair, Bjornik’s Pen/Ink, Caring, Ces, Chain, Cheryl Lynn, Creative Talent, Genius, Indigeneart.com, Kathy Hare Illustration, love, Nancy Lefko’s Beautiful Collage Art, Roberta Baird’s A Mouse in the House, Sharing, Studio Lolo, Teri’s Painted Daisies, ValGal Art: Illustration, Vanessa Brantley Newton, Yoon See
Posted in Art, Friends | 13 Comments »
Thursday, August 6th, 2009
Bella Sinclair Award – This award is a token of inspiration for other artists out there to continue sharing their wonderful talent because there are people out there who truly cares.
Yoon See is an incredibly thoughtful and sweet artist, and her work is shines with her personality, brilliance and fun. She has so many different and wonderful styles!
******
I received the Bella Sinclair Award on the left from Cheryl Lynn, a phenomenal woman woman who’s loving spirit snatches you right up from the start! So Cheryl, my dear, thank you, thank you!
The award was created by Ces ,for Bella Sinclair who is a wonderful artist whose husband passed away June, 2009. Ces is an artist who’s work makes you drool over a pen!
Cheryl Lynn graciously passed this award on to me, which she received from Vanessa Brantley Newton, who’s love and humor, brings me to my knees with laughter often! :) Vanessa gave this award to me also!
I was looking through my comment section this week and realized I also received this award from Art Fan Ako who just joined the world of the art blogsphere in May, 2009 and taking it by storm, I might add!
Finally, but never least I received the award on the right from Bella Sinclair in October, 2008, and for some reason, I missed it! While scrolling through Bella’s blog, because I missed her lovely spirit, I saw that Bella gave me the award last year and that award was created and given to Bella by Yoon See!
I love being an artist! (Yes, it’s because I’m “OCD” and there wasn’t anything else I could do to enjoy life) :) But, more importantly it has drawn me in a circle of artist bloggers, who are creative geniuses with monstrous talent, and I’m just happy visiting their blog!
So, in keeping with this sharing and caring lovefest, I pass these awards along to folks that are in my chain of caring:
Adrienne Trafford’s Blog
Kathy Hare Illustration
Nancy Lefko’s Beautiful Collage Art
Roberta Baird’s A Mouse in the House
Studio Lolo
ValGal Art: Illustration
Bjornik’s Pen/Ink
Teri’s Painted Daisies
If you’ve made in this far in reading this chain of care, please by all means you sincerely should add your name to the list! Peace to you all.
Tags: Adrienne Trafford’s Blog, Art Fan Ako, Awards, Bella Sinclair, Bjornik’s Pen/Ink, Caring, Ces, Chain, Cheryl Lynn, Creative Talent, Genius, Indigeneart.com, Kathy Hare Illustration, love, Nancy Lefko’s Beautiful Collage Art, Roberta Baird’s A Mouse in the House, Sharing, Studio Lolo, Teri’s Painted Daisies, ValGal Art: Illustration, Vanessa Brantley Newton, Yoon See
Posted in Art, Friends | 13 Comments »
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