Mixed Media ~Leap of Faith~

Journal Entry ~The True Nature of the Mind is Inseperable

2012-02-04T09:35:00.000-08:00

'The True Nature of The Mind is Inseperable'

Collage,words,pens,stencils,water soluble

oil pastels,color wooden crayons,markers

Woman and Tulips.

2012-01-28T10:04:00.000-08:00

Journal Entry on heavy watercolor

paper with layerings and acrylics

Spread your Wings

2012-01-21T18:10:00.000-08:00

140 lbs Fabriano watercolor hot press paper

Acrylics, ink,Stabilo 'All",gel pen

A new Journal entry.

Inspired by nature photo of a snow deer and a Northern Flicker with a whimsical touch.

"Spread Your Wings" by Mariette H.
Surrender, Surrender
To the limiltess love
Which lies within your heart
With purity
A song,a poem so lovely
Beauty abounds
Quiet sounds
In the still forest
Come and take a rest
Listen in Silence and watch the Magic unfold
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Butterfly, Butterfly
SPread your wings
Learn to fly
Butterfly
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To distant lands
Where no limit is at hand
Your heart of gold
Of stories untold
Spread your wings
Learn to fly...
Butterfly

2012-01-15T07:01:00.000-08:00

Woman With Hat

pencil,Stabilo "All",acrylics,gel pen

Journal Entry

2012-01-15T06:51:00.000-08:00

Meditation
pencil,charcoal,acrylics,markers
inks,gel pen,artist crayons

She Saw With The Eyes of Love;But wasn't always understood

2012-01-06T21:02:00.000-08:00

"She saw with the eyes of love; but wasn't always understood" is a collage , journal entry. A bit more sombre than my usual paintings. I saw a young man today walking on the street as I was driving home,pan handling.
I rolled my window down,and gave him a dollar. Oh my the glow, and life that came on his face with a toothless smile.
He said" Happy New Year, and Good Luck". I wished him..all the luck myself at that moment..hoping he would be ok.

Let your light shine

2011-12-27T11:24:00.000-08:00

This journal was made from a recycled office folder, the ones with little metal edges.

I took the metal edges off, however, because I found it cumbersome.
It's my second one. The first one was a coloring book http://lotuspond56-artlover.blogspot.com/2011/11/custom-coloring-book.html I created for my mother @ Xmas time.
She's received it and is truly happy.
This recent one is for my mixed media paintings. I've attached rings on it, unlike the first, so I can fill in new pages once it gets full!
My first mixed media painting is " Let your light Shine"....

I am here .........

2011-12-26T17:38:00.000-08:00

This is what I wrote in my little handcrafted Angel Book. I called this journal "Life's Special Moments" . First entry is a poem from a prompt by Misty "I am Here" for her upcoming workshop http://mistymawn.typepad.com/

I Am Here

Shoulder shrugs,
A smile,
Quick glances,
Hurries by,
A moments pleasure,
A real treasure,
Walking by
Smelling the flowers,
Excited,
French Conversations,
With the waitress from 'France',
C'est bien j'aime ca ~!
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Shrugs..what to do..what to do?
There will be plenty..!
Meeting great artists online
Will be a mighty fine~
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It'll be a moments pleasure
That I will surely treasure
I feel excited to learn new techniques
And taking a workshop with the wonderful
Misty Mawn
It will be a great experience
Sharpened up the pencils, got my paints
Patience it will be
It won't be to long now
Until we will be shown the know how;-)
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Copyright Mariette H.

Sun,Moon,Healing Heart

2011-12-25T15:05:00.000-08:00

This is a new finish piece called Sun, Moon,Healing Heart on 12" x 24" baltic birchwood. I started this piece about 6 months ago; but paused for quite awhile before finishing it, and last week I came home from work,looked at it, and finished it off that very night. ;-)
Sometimes writers get writers block, and artists gets artist block lol. I've done that with several of my paintings, leave it on the easel, walk pass it..sometimes add a little something untill it all falls into place at that very special moment.
The Sun, and Moon represents male and feminine energy, while the heart symbolizes love and compassion for all beings.

Year 2012..full of art and fun!~

2011-12-24T10:09:00.000-08:00

In the coming year, I will be taking two online workshop (so far ;-),from an artist http://mistymawn.typepad.com/ whose work I've admired for quite some time, and another one called Life Book 2012 http://www.willowing.org/lifebook.html a year long mixed media art classes organized by the lovely Willowing . There will be 14 great teachers offering us techniques,and their wisdom in the mixed media world.
So much looking forward to it!

Happy solstice !

2011-12-21T20:11:00.000-08:00

Many cultures celebrates solstice, which happens twice a year.
Here's a link on the science of solstice http://www.timeanddate.com/calendar/december-solstice.html
Many people celebrate throughout the world with special events to honor this day.
In Vancouver here, different parts of the city have organised workshops, lantern making etc..http://secretlantern.org/index.html
At one of the community center there's a labyrinth of light, that one can walk thru.It's a meditative walk to help release old attachments, and renew oneself as the darkest night of the year births a new season.
I love candles, and find so much peace, and serenity, when I light one.
In my hallway I have a big blue bowl with floating candles, surrounded with angel cards, and a photo of the Dalai Lama. I pick an angel card everyday , which inspires me, and sets my day on the right track, observing and meditating on the message presented to me.

Assemblage

2011-12-18T20:35:00.000-08:00

This little assemblage was made with a recycled incense box.
Painted, distressed,found objects, shisha glass flower, clock, collaging, were use to create it.
Approx. 8" x 3 1/2 " (when opened), and a little frozen charlotte stands on guard.
Part of an incense base was used and glued on one of the panels, and I used telephone wires with a little bird dangling from it.
Handmade paper beads with bronze safety pins were used as inside decor.

Last minute recycling ideas !

2011-12-18T20:05:00.000-08:00

Running behind..busy week..no more wrapping paper!
Here's two ideas using a handled paper handbag, and handmade paper;-)
Have fun and be creative..
A personal touch always feel so good and satisfying, and also ooak.;-)
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The first one I simply made a collage on the front, used tissue paper ,golden snowflakes, silver stars, stamping, decorating until I was happy for an xmas theme.
I also wrapped a decorative ribbon around the handles, and tied at the base of handle.
Bought some gorgeous tissue paper at one of my favorite store here in Vancouver called 'Urban Source', an Alternative art material store.http://www.urbansource.bc.ca/ (a place to surely visit if your in Vancouver;-))
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For the second one I used some handmade paper (which I had), folded in half to length. I wanted re: gift then sewed it .Once done , I opened it so the seam would be in middle. Folded the bottom, approx. an inch, than sewed across.
For the top I used little red mini eyelets all around, and laced a golden ribbon thru it and voila..now time to fill it with your gifts
As an alternative you could use regular packaging paper, and also decorate it ;-)
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These two are for my sister and niece ;-)

CONTEST Assemblage ~Clay Doll on wood panel ~CONTEST IS Now CLOSED

2011-12-10T17:48:00.000-08:00

*CONTEST* Give her a name.~ She now has a name !
CONGRATULATIONS TERESA~
I drew a name out of the 15 entries , and the lucky winner was Teresa k.a. A Magical Whimsy.
Her chose name was 'Miramba of the Turquoise Gems' . Lovely name.
Thanks everyone for playing, and keep your eyes peel for more contests in the future .

This is a paper clay art doll , and the limbs are attached to body with annealed black
wire.(moveable). She holds a little handcrafted clay art with word "love". All her body parts are in clay , except her little furry necklace, and rhinestone on her hat which were added for a little extra sweetness.
Her two tiny blue shoes have each a little rhinestone.
Found cylindrical objects with writing.They were painted and also crackled and glued ,
on the sides of a 3 " x 4" x 1 1/2 " wood panel, with a little wooden and semi precious stone on top.
I bought 3 of these panels at a recycling depot , and happy I did. They are perfect for small assemblages.
I love these little panels~
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Ok..now for the contest
I want a name for this little cutie.
Contest will end January 3rd 2012
~ The winner will win a felted blank journal handcrafted by me, and a 5" x 7" print of choice from my etsy shop. http://petitbijouartshop.etsy.com
Will post a pic. of journal eventually.

Kindred Spirit Project

2011-12-02T11:53:00.000-08:00

I belong to a Kindred Spirit Project @ an online site.
It's a group of women who offer support to each other when one is not feeling well or has a serious illness.
My latest offering is a card I created for a woman with breast cancer.
All the cards will be mailed to the organiser, and she will create a book from the art we send her, and when it's finish she'll send it to the woman.
It's a great way to uplift someone, and from something we create with love.
Here's my contribution

Poem by Rumi:

A life without love
Is of no account
Love is the water of life
Drink it down with heart and soul
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Custom Coloring Book

2011-11-30T12:36:00.000-08:00

I have a pile of old folders , which has been sitting around for awhile.
My mom is in a senior home now, and she likes coloring.
My sister and I had been talking about xmas gifts, and she had initially suggested a coloring book for mom. Well this idea was brewing in my mind ..and yes, making her a home made coloring book, and using the folder as a cover.
It was an overnight project,and finished the cover this morning.
I initially gessoed the folders, and created layers upon layers until I was happy.
My mom loves happy things so I made a landscape with peace doves, stars and heart. The flowers were made with recycled cardboard. I did a lot of glazing to make the layers shine thru.
The inside was glued with beautiful paper, and I added a big piece of clear contact sheet (which is a plastic you lined your kitchen cupboard with) as an added protective layer for the paper.
Ribbons adorns the edges.
I found some coloring pages to d/l in google, and printed those on 80 lb paper, which was just perfect, and some which I thought my mom would love. I found 2 special one , which I put as the last page. It says "I love You Mom".. I wrote a french caption underneath each photo, as we are french, so it would connect more with her.
Here are some photos:

I didn't spend much for creating this artwork; but I feel very fullfilled with
the love I felt for my mom when creating it. It's also mostly all recycled objects, and that is
bonus. This,handmade,and love mix together makes a great 'melange' for artistic creativity;-)
Sometimes with little , it says so much, and the reward is so satisfying!

xox

Panels and clay doll in progress

2011-11-29T14:22:00.000-08:00

Trying out a new technique using printmaking and glazing adding depth.
I bought these lovely little 3" x 4" wood panel with a 1 1/2 " thickness.
Just love'em!
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The little doll created in paperclay. I'm planning to use one of the panels for my little clay doll.
Not to sure how she will develop; but enjoying where it's leading;-)

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"There's Always One That Stands Out in The Crowd"

2011-11-13T08:07:00.000-08:00

canvas panel,acrylic,acrylic inks,modeling paste,acrylic glazing medium,pouring medium

Angel Flying over the Mountains

2011-11-12T05:57:00.000-08:00

My newest little Angel.
Originally painted on tea bag
Size 4" x 6 1/2"

oil pastels,watercolors, acrylics,inks,pencil, beeswax

Enchanted Guardian

2011-11-04T17:41:00.000-07:00

'Enchanted Guardian'~ 2 1/2 " x 6 1/2" on dried teabag. Oil pastels, watercolors,inks, stabilo all pencil,beeswax
(Click to see bigger image) I was inspired by artist http://lynnehoppe.blogspot.com/on her teabag technique,and just loved it.
My sweet little enchanted guardian is on her way to the UK.Listed her in my etsy, and was sold. I know she's going to a good home ;-) xox

WINNER FOR THE NAME THAT LITTLE WITCH !

2011-11-01T18:14:00.001-07:00

The "Name The Little Witch Contest"
First of all I would like to thank everyone for playing, and coming up with fantastic
names. Your all winners in my eyes; but only could pick one for the contest
SO........
Without further ado.......

THE LUCKY WINNER.......
ISSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS......
DRUM ROLL...BOOM BOOM BOOM BOOM

CONGRATULATIONS TO :>>>> JEN CLAIR for naming my witch.
JEN came up with the name Grimelda.
If you see this Jen contact me to claim your prize.
You have a choice of 3 fridge magnets and 2 ( 5" x 7" )prints from my shop!
I'll try contacting you as well

Cheers
Mariette

Whoo Whoo Whoo

2011-10-28T16:22:00.000-07:00

My little owl fibre project
About 5" high.
Body created with leftover fleece (from a jacket I made for a friend), and cotton material was from remnants in a big barrel at a place called Maiwa here in Vancouver. http://www.maiwa.com/ . They carry some of the most beautiful fabric and yarn. A fav. place of mine. The eyes were made with felt.
All handstitched with random and blanket stitching.

HALLOWEEN CONTEST~ Give a Name to my little witch doll

2011-10-20T16:46:00.000-07:00

***HALLOWEEN CONTEST***
Give a name for my little witch doll
The name will be drawn on Halloween nite .
It be picked randomly out of a hat.
1st Prize will win 2 prints of choice(5"x7") , and 3 magnets of choice.
(except the Frida one's)@ my shop http://petitbijouartshop.etsy.com
Any art in my shop can be made into a magnet.
Please post your answer here
Good luck and thanks for participating and having fun!

Clay/Cone witch ~Contest to name my little witch coming soon~

2011-10-16T18:41:00.000-07:00

Contest to name my witch coming soon.
She's almost done. Working on one leg, and boot .
Here are the pics.
Her main body (minus face, arm, and legs is a very thick cone shape, I purchased from a recycle store called Urban Sources here in Vancouver. The rest is paper clay.

An Angel to Watch Over You

2011-09-27T16:55:00.000-07:00

Mixed Media on 9" x 12" watercolor paper.
Heavily textured

Cone Shape Doll

2011-09-24T15:52:00.000-07:00

I purchase one very hard cone shape cardboard at a recycled store called Urban Source here in Vancouver.
I stuffed it and taped both ends with masking tape then paper mache.Put one layer of clear gesso, and one layer of paint. Paperclay head neck and bodice. I've place the wire , where her dangling arms and legs will be. It's currently drying outside, and have to wait for 24 hours until I could further work on it !
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Made a paperclay head, neck and bodice..Waiting 24 hours for it to dry.

She looked pretty with a flower in her hair

2011-09-20T15:52:00.000-07:00

I am currently taking an online class with Katie Kendricks called Layered Impressions.
I'm enjoying it very much!
She's been teaching us how to draw with our left hand.
I love using my right hand as well; but with my non dominant hand ( which happens to be my left), it touches a part of me which makes me feel wholesome.
This is my second drawing.
When I draw with my left hand, it feels very good. It captures a part of me that is raw (for lack of better words) , and innocent. The faces I create are not a perfect portrait, and I like that because we live in an 'imperfect world'. I like the asymetrical faces that comes out from an initial drawing. It gives them an amusing character, that always makes me smile.
The faces looks 'other worldly'; but at the same time some of the quirky looks that comes out of these drawings could define some real life characters.

Checkout http://joyouslybecoming.typepad.com/layered_impressions_regis/supplies.html , and learn more about Katie Kendricks;-)

Love,Love, Love Angel

2011-09-17T17:36:00.000-07:00

Prints available @ my etsy >Reads :"Dry your tears.Let them dissolve in the ocean of love"

Frida polymer clay doll!

2011-09-13T16:01:00.000-07:00

I love Frida Kahlo, and here is my version.
She stands about 8" tall with aluminium armature.
Her limbs are attached to the body with annealed, moveable black wire.
She wears a long cotton colorful skirt with a bit flower bow in the back, and little black boots.
Three flowers adorn her hair.

In the beginning there were doll parts..

Homemade paper

2011-09-13T15:52:00.000-07:00

Spent the afternoon yesterday making paper.
Here it is on the patio drying.
It's my first time and really enjoyed it.

I'd like to try casting next.

New fiber art projects

2011-05-15T09:55:00.000-07:00

ACEO 2.5 x 3.5 needle felted Poppy field and Little Mermaid

Bluebird of Love and Happiness

2011-02-16T16:47:00.000-08:00

New mixed media painting on 6" x 12" baltic birchwood. An angel holds a blue bird in her hand, while two other bluebirds fly above.
Check out more info. @my etsy http://petitbijouartshop.etsy.com

Beautiful Fridge Magnets Collaborative work of love between two etsians

2011-02-12T17:31:00.000-08:00

These gorgeous magnets is a collaborative work between me http://petitbijouartshop.etsy.com and Shelly W. a.k.a. Freedom to Express http://www.etsy.com/shop/FreedomToExpress

Your little fridge notes would look awesome with these magnets, and the added benefit of supporting etsian artists :-)

Magnets are approx. 2.5" x 2.5" and printed on Fine Art Canson Infinity paper, and applied onto a magnet sheet, which I then protect with a coat of Dorland wax.

A creative touch with photoshop elements by myself adding a little pizzazz make these magnets very unique.

Check out this link for more info. on magnets http://www.etsy.com/listing/67983998/beautiful-fridge-magnets-collaborative

Journal Pages

2011-02-08T16:21:00.000-08:00

Here's a few journal pages I've created in last few days
Use asian newspaperprint for background , napkins, and words from candy bag. Used words @ random to create phrases.

She looks pregnant!

Book Published

2011-02-05T11:01:00.000-08:00

My friend Kimmie and founder of Digital Whispers http://digitalwhisper.ning.com/?xg_source=msg_mes_network has published a new book called Digital Whispers of Artistic Souls,
which is now available thru blurb.
Here's the link http://www.blurb.com/books/1952419
Kimmie worked very hard in putting this book together with artwork from its members.
My artpiece 'Shining Light' is in the book;-)

Mixed Media Book in the Making

2011-02-05T06:14:00.000-08:00

Covers for my dos-a-dos book..Three covers, middle one being the back to front and back cover
I made a mixture of spackle and gesso and applied a layer to front and back of each cover.
Let it dry overnight.
The book is about creativity and freedom..The bird theme is used on each cover, with it taking
flight in the hand
My poetry is written on inside of cover..still have to finish posting on inside of last cover
I'll be using a coptic stitch to put book together.
More photos of finish art project to come

1. Front and inside of first cover

2. Front and Inside of middle cover

3. Front and Inside of back cover

Medecine Buddha

2011-02-05T05:37:00.000-08:00

This is a commission work I created for a friend in Puerto Rico.
It's a mixed media on a baltic birchwood panel 6" x 11".
To find out more about Medecine Buddha please go to this link
http://dharma-haven.org/thrangu-medicine-buddha.htm#Shenpen+%D6sel
I first drew everything in pencil than ,wood burned the sketch.
Painted with Golden Liquid Acrylics
Top was a coat of tar gel with a few drops of gold liquid paint.

What's on my easel today?

2011-01-29T11:01:00.000-08:00

Angel Card of the Day: Rejoice and Celebrate

I'm working on a commissioned painting, and gathering ideas~
Here's a few lovely tags available @my etsy

Digital Self Portrait

2011-01-22T20:48:00.000-08:00

Metamorphosis
Life is a journey of experiences
Shared and enjoyed.
Nothing is constant.
Everything changes from day to day.
Living in the moment
Accepting what comes our way
What it teaches us
Receive with open arms
Open Hearts
Open Minds

Michael de Meng online class

2011-01-07T18:57:00.000-08:00

Michael deMeng is teaching his very first online class!
I've heard a lot about Michael, and am very excited!
The class starts January 11th.

Happy New Year

2011-01-01T05:42:00.001-08:00

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I would like to wish you all a Happy ,Healthy,Creative New Year

xox

Free Art Course offered by Tam

2010-10-10T19:59:00.000-07:00

Come and join Willowing and Friends.
Tam is offering a free course at her Ning Site!!

Art, Heart & Healing- REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! Free Art & Healing for Everyone! yayayayayaya!! :) I'm so excited! You can join the group OVER HERE and download the welcome pack & supply list by clicking HERE. COME JOIN NOW! :) Course starts on 18th October!
http://willowing.ning.com/

LLama at the Exhibtion!

2010-09-08T19:34:00.000-07:00

Every summer my friend and I go to the Pacific National Exhibtion.
One of the place I enjoyed visiting is the Farm.
Here's a cool pic of llama I took.

Whoooooo hoooo Time for a giveaway! Draw August 31st

2010-08-21T10:36:00.000-07:00

It's time for a giveaway
There's 2 parts to the giveaway:
See below for instructions!

I was featured in the Cloth, Paper, Scissors "Muse Flash" section of the july/august issue. I created a papier mache art work with a recycle frozen dinner box.

I have an extra copy , and would like to give one away so you can enjoy it as well!
Cloth,Paper,Scissors is a bi montly magazine with great mixed media artwork.
There's a plethora of ideas, for those who aren't familiar with the magazine' on projects and techniques.

Instructions:

First Part: What is your muse? (Answer in Comments below)

Second Part : In my etsy shop I have an item which fits the following description below in *Clue*

(Please send me your answer to Second Part @ lotuspond_56@yahoo.ca)

*Clue*:
The item in question is very light green, light blue, has eyes and full of dots !

Good Luck everyone!

Here's the link
http://petitbijouartshop.etsy.com

Muse Flash Feature in Cloth Paper Scissors

2010-07-11T09:29:00.000-07:00

I was featured in Muse Flash from Cloth paper Scissors magazine . It is a a' potpourri of creative inspirations' with other featured artists.
You can find me in the July/August issue 2010

Book Covers

2010-06-27T06:52:00.000-07:00

Book covers are ready for signatures. The first one (Budddha) is a commissioned work.

Pages from my journal ~Finding a love bird~

2010-06-26T07:47:00.000-07:00

One day I found a love bird munching grass......

Artist Beth Meador's Story

2010-06-19T23:47:00.000-07:00

I met this wonderful artist , who is doing artwork for people to heighten awareness about blindness.
I am helping her to achieve her goal with her hope of having at least one ATC in every continent of
the globe .

I received this one from Beth called "Bloom"
If you would like to know more about Beth please read her story by clicking on "Artist Beth Meador's Story " above.
Here it will also show you how you can go to another link to participate in this event to help Beth realize her goal.

Bijou near the Window

2010-06-13T07:07:00.000-07:00

Bijou near the window (approx. 6 weeks).
He loved to lie down and curl up in this container
on the window sill.
Done on 2.5 x 3.5 ACEO in acrylics.

Little flowers embellishments outside the window.

Another Sweet Whimsical Angel!

2010-06-12T09:05:00.000-07:00

I haven't found names yet for my Angel Collages; but do enjoy creating them.
This is approx. 9" x 11 1/2 ". Created the collage, embellished, fused beeswax,
and crackle on collage and edges.
The collage was glued on blue cardstock, and used 7 mm double side tape
on the borders, and embossed with gorgeous Zing embossing powder.
Check out the little dragonfly on the window, and tiny black eyes :-)
I use a lattice handmade paper glued on blued cardstock for the back, which is
glued on black mat.(Can't see the black mat because it's covered)
Hangs with beautiful translucent sky blue ribbon (approx.16 1/2 " in length)
Prints available upon request.

What did I make this weekend

2010-05-30T14:33:00.000-07:00

Done on Fabriano watercolor paper, a mat background, embossed borders, with light green japanese paper on the back, and gorgeous translucent gold ribbon this would be a beautiful art piece
in anyone's home.
Various papers to create the angel,butterfly wings, and dress were used.
Three little wooden button were also used
A crackling effect technique on body , and background were also used

First of Three Paintings Commission

2010-05-16T13:06:00.000-07:00

I am working on three paintings presently for one person.
The theme is Three Sisters..I just finished the first one.
The first one I just finished was inspired by Raphael The Three Graces.
The Three Graces are the personification of grace and beauty.
In Raphaels The Three Graces all women have their hand on each other's shoulders, and I was immediately
inspired to create a mixed media work using that same idea , because the Three Sisters are very close to each other. It was a great challenge, and enjoyed creating this artwork for Jenni.
Although Jenni and I know each other only thru helping each other out thru etsy, we don't know each other well; but after doing these three paintings I feel a closeness I can relate to,because we are also Three Sisters.

In the Three Sisters I created the customer wanted specific items held in their hands a sun, moon and star

The second painting was inspired from a photo of my 2 sisters and myself.

In this painting more so than the other two, I felt some sadness.Just

the way it turned out. By writing the three words Love Faith and Hope it enhanced

the love and closeness of the Three Sisters under trying situations

In the last painting The Three Sisters are under an arch. I was inspired by different artists.

I used a crackling technique

to make the building look old.This painting also depicts the closeness with The Three Sisters.

Mother's Day Poem

2010-05-09T08:41:00.001-07:00

Wishing everyone a wonderful Happy Mother's Day!
This is a little poem I wrote.
I'm very close to my mom

Mother's Day Poem by Mariette Hebert

A mother is there for all your needs
She is very special indeed!
Listening to your woes!
It is indeed very so!
I love her because she gave me life
Took care of me day and nite
I love my mother so
Like there's no tomorrow
She is one of a kind
And of course I don't mind
Because she is my mother
And there is no other to replace her

With love
Mariette

New Photos of Bijou my cat

2010-05-08T20:30:00.000-07:00

Today was a beautiful sunny day in Vancouver.
I spend the day working on a Whimsical Wooden/Polymer clay doll, which you
can see in previous post.
Trying to finished 'unfinished projects'.
It's very satisfying when I do. Some of them laid away as if to say..c'mon get on
with it..me I'm next ..lol
I recently had a commission request for 3 paintings for one person.
Started the first one...

Here are a few pictures of Bijou I took today
He's sitting on top of his scratching post. It's
near the window , therefore , he gets a good view of the garden,and birds of course ;-)

Whimsical Fairy Wooden/Polymer clay doll

2010-05-08T20:16:00.000-07:00

I just finished this little cuty today.
The face,arms,and legs ( with little shoes) are
attached to a piece of plywood, thru wiring and nails.
If you click on photo and enlarge it you can see crackle effects on face, wood , bird
basically everything.
It was so so fun to make.
I learned how to make this doll with Nancy Williams, a doll maker,
You can find her here>>> http://nancyesartdolls.ning.com/

Wool Roving Paper

2010-03-20T09:51:00.000-07:00

I bought this gorgeous wool/silk roving from http://www.etsy.com/shop/blushingewe , and with some of it created this gorgeous paper. I took a picture of it drying outside in the early morning .

Alice in Wonderland ATC Exchange

2010-03-19T17:23:00.000-07:00

These are my ATC's on Alice in Wonderland theme for the exchange at Cristina Zinnia's site.
Various materials were used, and bottles digital sheet purchased from an etsian.

Mariette xox

Recycle Art Papier Mache!

2010-03-08T20:09:00.000-08:00

Here are some of my papier mache art work.
These take quite awhile to produce as I layer the surface with strips of recycled
paper with an adhesive made of flour and water. When I'm done i let it sit to dry
for a couple of days.
Secondly I use a layer of gesso,and when dry i sand it lightly to smooth it
Thirdly is design and paints.
On the very last layer I used 4 coats of pouring medium which gives it a glossy look.

1. Something Fishy~ 4 sided panels
2. Three whimsical cats~3 sided panels.
3. Art Walk
4 .Three flowers
5. Pretty Woman

All hang with pretty
ribbon except Three flowers and Pretty Woman.
To see more info. on my art work check my etsy store. You will be able to see the 3 and 4 panels full view also.

Fiber Art

2010-03-08T19:59:00.001-08:00

Some of my fibre art items.
Sold at my shop.
1. Heart shape flower
2. Little jewel flowers
3. Vintage bag
from 100% wool sweater

ATC Paris Theme

2010-03-08T19:49:00.001-08:00

I did a six card exchange with a Ning group called Roses at My Table hosted with Cristina Zinnia Galliher. We do the exchange every second month. This one was for January.
Here are my six cards that I sent out for exchange, and got six back in return.

Clay Cloth Doll

2009-11-17T20:36:00.001-08:00

My finished cloth/clay doll.
She is hanging in my living room.

Winners on the Halloween Contest!

2009-11-14T05:48:00.001-08:00

The two winners for the Halloween contest was Monica Zuniga and Jonnie Hartling.
Congratulations to both winners.
Thank you everyone for playing, and keep your eyes peel for more contest
in the future!

Your gifts are on the way!

Mariette xox

Handcrafted Book

2009-10-23T12:21:00.000-07:00

This is my latest handcrafted book based on one of my
original paintings Taking Flight.
This one of a kind handcrafted coptic stitch book is based on one of my paintings, which is sold as prints in my shop.
It is art in book form which you can display on your desk, or when not in use tie with a cord with two beads on each ends.
Affirmations written at random on front cover.
Various papers with three signatures lines the book.
You'll find lined paper,Arches and Aquarelle watercolor paper (140 lb and 300 lb),St. Armand paper,(from Montreal),Drawing paper.. enough to satisfy your creative needs.
The back cover is made with a beautiful batik print.
Signed by me on inside back cover.
Taking Flight is 7" x 9".
Taking flight is about new directions.
Letting go of the old, and renewing with new possibilities in discovering our highest potentials.
Adorned with wool, and ribbon, charms.
A handcrafted bookmark covered with vellum and ribbon with two beads comes with the book to carry you throughout the very end with your treasured thoughts, memories.

Three Drawings in ink and wax

2009-10-23T12:12:00.001-07:00

Three latest drawing with inks and wax on specialty paper. These drawings were done without any predetermined results. I just let the process happen,and something unfolds. I just move with the flow like a meditation, and it ends when the time is right.
At the end something reveals itself to me. It could be a word, something I see in the painting, etc.
These drawing are available for sale at my etsy.

Two Halloween giveaway! Two winners!

2009-10-20T07:27:00.001-07:00

It's getting close to to Halloween, and just to celebrates the ghosts and gobblins with you
I am giving away this 4 x 6 1/2 purrrrrrrowling Halloween cat on wood.
He's been purrrrrrrwoling the neighborhood in hoping that on
Halloween Day someone will take him home.
Here's your chance to adopt him!
To enter tell me in a few words what Halloween means to you,
On October 31st..I will put all the name in a hat and the
lucky winner will take purrrrrrrrowling kitty home.

This needle felted project called Pumpkin Love
will also go to a lucky winner.
Good luck everyone, and thanks for playing;-)

Spring Medlody Mixed Media Handmade book

2009-10-16T09:31:00.000-07:00

This handmade book is
5 1/2" x 9 " , and was created by me using the coptic stitch One of a kind. The image on the cover is from my painting Spring Melody.which I sold recently. I altered the look of the window, which I quite like. Two paper clay lady bugs are resting on two of the panes, and a bird in flight on the top one. The marker part for holding your page in place has 3 big coral beads on twine at the end to carry you thru the vary last page with your treasure thoughs and secrets. There's a mix of blank,lined, and tibetan paper. On the inside of the front cover is a beautiful patterned batik material, and on back cover a glass mirror flower with hemp stem , adding a special touch to the book. These little round mirrors can be found on traditional east indian clothes, and are called 'shishas'. Look in the mirror,and see your beautiful smile;-) Affirmations at random on front cover.

Available at my etsy

New Handmade Mixed Media Books

2009-10-13T20:24:00.001-07:00

My latest handmade book .
I enjoy the process!!
Intuitively , I gather paper from previous
projects.. pieces of paper that I save.
Some I paint, some already have a design.
I glue them on a bookboard randomly..
I love to see what unfolds..
Sometimes a thought of an item I
have stored in a box will come to mind..
and I get it..it was meant to be added to this process.
My muse is in full swing..
I used transparency film to create the image with gel medium..
Four strands of wool as bookmark adorns the outside
of cover with various beads, and inside for placement

For sale at my etsy store

Turtle Tea Lite Holder

2009-10-04T08:45:00.000-07:00

This year I've been finding turtles on my journey, and discovered that it is one of my power animal.
I found this tea lite holder turtle this summer at an antique shop in Virginia.The turtle as a power animal reminds us to ground ourselves in the nurturing and protective energy of the earth and to flow with it's energy at a pace which assures completion of our task

Hi!

2009-10-03T09:16:00.000-07:00

Hi everyone!
Haven't been around for awhile.
I have been busy working, creating, keeping up with my etsy shop , Bijou my cat ..life in general.
Just to keep you up to date on what I've been up to .
I've been creating mixed media journal books with leftover material from other projects, and am enjoying making these very much. Check them out at my etsy shop!

Mariette xox

Felted Three Flowers and Butterfly

2009-07-27T12:48:00.000-07:00

This little charming piece is my latest project
done on lutradur,then sewed on 100% heavy cotton. It was made with 100% wool roving,
and various wool.
Aprox. 6 x 71/2

Mariette xox

Blog Award from Anne

2009-07-15T19:47:00.000-07:00

I received an award from Anne at Daily Haiku
Thank you very much Anne for visiting my blog
and offering me this award!
Ann was a great host to an ATC project at milliande
Check out Ann's blog to find out more about her.

Here are the rules for accepting this award:
Link back to the blog that tagged you;
2 - Copy and answer the questionaire;
3 - Pass the award on to 5 blogs you love and inform the owner they have been tagged.

Ok..drum beat... Here are Five blogs that I like
1. Kimmie's Krazy Korner I like Kimmie's blog. She's very creative with her digital collage, and generous in sharing her knowledge at her Ning site.. Also check her Ning site Kimmie
2.Check out Tammy's studio , and her beautiful whimsies http://blog.tammysstudio.com/
3. For my third one I choose papermoonies .. Unique whimsical creation!

Here's the Questionaire

MANIA:When I am excited about something or express myself my voice can get kinda loud
CAPITAL VICE: chocolate
BEST SMELL IN THE WORLD: lavender
IF MONEY WASN'T A PROBLEM I'D.. i'd retire right now, and enjoy learning more about art, etc...
CHILDHOOD STORIES: Cinderella, Red Riding Hood
HOUSEHOLD ABILITIES:gardening
CHORE YOU'RE NOT FOND OF: cleaning up
HOUSEHOLD NON-ABILITY: Keeping art area organised
MOTTO: Yesterday's gone, tomorrow is not here, therefore live in the ' moment'
YOUR SOUL'S FAVORITE PLACE TO VISIT: nice quiet environment for meditation
YOUR BODY'S FAVORITE PLACE TO VISIT: the ocean
SOMETHING THAT REALLY UPSETS ME IS: negativeness
WORD OR SENTENCE YOU REPEAT A LOT:is that right or WoW !
CUSS WORD YOU SAY A LOT: I don't cuss
YOU LOSE YOUR MIND WHEN: i feel i'm not in control of a situation
CURRENT PERFUME: I bought an oil at an event; but lost the name..smells really nice!
FAVORITE PRAISE: comments on my art from different sites
HIDDEN TALENT: played classical guitar a few years back
NO MATTER IF IT'S FASHION OR NOT, SOMETHING I WOULDN'T WEAR, NOT EVEN FOR MY FUNERAL IS: high heal shoes
I WISH I WAS BORN WITH ENOUGH KNOWLEDGE TO: get rid of all weapons in the world!
I'M EXTREMELY: a good listener

July Giveaway at Studio M.M.E. Stutterings!

2009-07-13T20:43:00.000-07:00

Yes, Megan M.Eckman is giving one of her beautiful prints away!
Come and check it out ! You have till July 17 to enter.
Click on 'July Giveaway' below, and good luck!

July Giveaway!!!!

2009-07-11T06:36:00.000-07:00

I received this prestigious award from Joanna at okanaganspirit
Please find the award here at Joanna blog
This award is for my other blog on Techniques A La Mode..tried and true homemade experiments from the mad scientist at work!! tee hee hee;-)
Styrafoam Stamps Art Expressive Art

Blog Award

For those receiving the award read the following

In order to keep this award, I must do the following:

1. Say thanks and link to the presenter of the award.

2. Share ten honest things about myself.

3. Present this blog award to 7 other whose blogs are brilliant in content and/or design, or those who have encouraged me.

4. Tell those 7 people that they have been awarded the HONEST SCRAP , and the guidelines they must follow

Here are 10 honest things about myself
1. I love my cat Bijou. He's my inspiration!
2. I love recycling items that can be used for mixed media
3. I love curling up on the couch with art magazines such as Cloth, Paper and Scissors, and Somerset (especially the workshops ones) etc...
4. I love meeting artists online!!
5. I love textures
6. I love gardening
7. I have two beautiful grandsons , which I will visit this summer
8. I love going to Farmer's Market. I went yesterday with my sister, and we had so much fun!
9. I love all the colors of the rainbow
10. I just bought a new videocam, and am learning how to make videos...Be on the lookout, when the first one comes out! The one that I posted in Technique a la mode was from my digital camara.

Seven bloggers I chose whom I found their work interesting were sent a message about the award. Here they are

1.Cindy at ROWDY GRANDMA

Cindy uses recycled material, and her grandchildren spends time with her in her studio.
Check out her altered flip flop !

2. Check out this interesting blog I came across. An artist by the name of Martin Adlington with interesting blogs; but the one that caught my attention is Adventures in Recycled Art

3. Check out Avogana at Art of Recycling .
She shares some very interesting information on recycling. One that I particularly enjoy is a link on her blog to how to recycle yarn from a sweater here Neauveau

4. The next artist makes great designs with clothes. Check out her recycled dress with two tshirts, and much much more at Crafty Peeps

5. This blog is made up of 'collagists' . Each member interpret their work on a weekly theme.
Get inspired by checking it out at
6. Going Green! Find great recycling tips here >>> Little Garden Helpers
7. The last person to whomI would like to give this award to is Christine Claringbold
at .(Click below to get to link) Christine shares her trademark on her mandala record bowls. I chose Christine blog for her use of bright colors and originality.

Regards
Mariette xox

Universal Goddess

2009-06-30T17:19:00.000-07:00

This original mixed media painting has many layers, and great textural effects.
Done on wrap canvas 16 x 20 inches with 1 1/2 inch border.
The sensual movement of the body reaching for the universe holding the sun in one hand and the moon in the other symbolize the masculine and feminine energy , yin and yang.
It is a symbol of opposites, which are part of one another.
When we realize that there is no separation, then our mind becomes more spacious,
We acquire a greater clarity about ourselves and our connection with the rest of the universe.

For sale at my etsy!

Mariette xox

2009-06-29T17:45:00.000-07:00

These are my latest art.
The first two are expressive mixed media done on 140 lbs Fabriano acid free watercolor paper with an acrylic glaze 7 x 9 1/2. Available at my Etsy
The next one is an ancient relief technique done on wrapped canvas. 10" x 10"
Some camara glare may show; but not part of art
Titles >1. Connexions 2. Surprise 3. Three Flowers

Fabric Collage Postcard

2009-06-27T05:06:00.000-07:00

These are my latest creations . I enjoy making these fabric collage postcard.
I used an image transfer with gel medium on the first one, which is the focal point. It's surround by material scrap, which I randomly sew . A few stars adorn the sky.
The second is a vintage photo printed on material using Digital grounds, and a bit of Angel fibers to the left of the card.
These postcards can be frame as small piece of art on an easel, or give to someone.
More to come, and will be on sale at my Etsy shop.

Mariette xox

Homemade Styrofoam Stamps

2009-06-26T08:51:00.000-07:00

Check out my blog on Homemade Styrofoam Techniques.
http://wdefebruary2908.blogspot.com/

Vancouver ATC Project 2009 ~Tea Theme

2009-06-23T09:36:00.000-07:00

Collaborative project with the Vancouver ATC Group on the Tea Theme.
The project host did a fantastic job on these books. They are nice and thick,
and so fun to read;-)
I did one on the Mad Hatter Tea Party using transparency film.
Each participant received one!

Recent Custom Work in the world of Whimsies;-)

2009-06-23T09:04:00.000-07:00

I was recently working on two painting commission on wood for a lady in Texas.
One was for her 4 year old daughter , and the other 8 year old.
The first one is for her 8 year old, and second for the 4 year old.
Done on baltic birchwood, and sealed with 100% beeswax
Visit my Etsy for custom
order work!!!

Mariette xox

SPRING MELODY

2009-06-10T20:15:00.001-07:00

Will be available at my Etsy

Mariette xox

Birdwatching

2009-06-02T05:14:00.000-07:00

I entered a contest in Ning Site Deb Company and Friends
for May Challenge, and Birdwatching was the winning
art piece.
I was happy with the panel of judges final decision .
This was inspired by a photo of Bijou I took while he was
Birdwatching. In spring starlings build their nests above our patio, and he can sit there for a long time..watching intensely.
A piece of muslin was coated with digital ground, dried, and painted. It was encased with beeswax on beechwood panel.
Mariette xox

TECHNIQUES A LA MODE

2009-05-10T08:29:00.000-07:00

This is where I will share discovered techniques at home
Try it out and post your results at this link

http://wdefebruary2908.blogspot.com/

Cheers

Mariette xox

Original Paintings on wood

2009-05-09T19:38:00.000-07:00

Four little paintings on 6" x 6" wood.
All are for sale in Etsy except Birdwatching .Doesn't come with stand. Ready to hang.

1.Me and My Cat
2. Lotus in Hand
3. Bright Light in Your
Heart
4. Birdwatching

What have I been up to?

2009-05-09T07:04:00.000-07:00

On the weekend of May 1st I participated in an event called "Art in the City" with fifty other artists. It was much fun! I shared a table with another artist.
I sold some prints, fridge magnets from my art, and my home made photo notecards were
very popular.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
These are my latest Mixed Media painting on 6" x 6" wood. The first is calledMe and My Cat , and the second Bright Light Within your HeartMariette xox

Both will be sold in Etsy

Spring Symphony

2009-04-06T19:27:00.000-07:00

This is my latest painting done today.
A great day for celebrating spring.
It was so beautiful and warm.
Done on approx. 10x10 fabric.
Hanging outside to dry.

Mail Art

2009-04-01T15:49:00.000-07:00

I belong to a group where we do mail art. Artists

exchange art thru the mail. Here is one I did for

an artist in France called Le Petit Oiseau D'or

(The Little Golden Bird)

It translates.. A little golden bird

Came to visit

It was a beautiful treasure

And with me he stayed

Mariette xox

Mixed Media

2009-03-28T06:23:00.000-07:00

This was done on Baltic Birchwood 6" x 12"

I initially did a fabric collage on muslin then

made background with homemade paper layered

with 100% beeswax

Use the collage as the focal point.

Used more beeswax for sealing.

Smells so nice....

Ready to hang

For sale at my Etsy

New.. Bamboo Domino Pendants

2009-03-28T06:17:00.001-07:00

Made with semi precious stones , beads, silver, delicas, skulls these pendants are created and designed by me. All except the Dancing Skeleton are attached with a beautiful polyester cord, and a lobster clasp with extension. Please check my Etsy Shop for more information.

My Inspiration>>Bijou in various settings and pose;-)

2009-03-23T14:45:00.000-07:00

2009-03-17T17:03:00.001-07:00

Home made carved stamps for the ATC project from milliande's site.
Anne is the hosting this project . I created 6 ATC'S with our homemade stamps.

1. Venus Willendorf 1
2. Venus Willendorf 2
3. Leaves 1
4. Leaves 2
5. Abstract
6.Love

2009-03-08T08:19:00.000-07:00

Judith A. Hoffberg was the editor of Umbrella an art journal published from 1978-2008.
She passed away and all her work is available online.
http://librarian.lishost.org/?p=1872

Mariette xox

Festival Du Bois

2009-03-08T00:07:00.000-08:00

Each year at Mackin Park, in Coquitlam B.C.,"Le Festival du Bois"takes place.
Translation would be 'Festival of the Wood" ; but it sounds funny. It's basically
refering to the wood because that's where the maple is sapped from the trees.
That' s what the title is suggesting.
It's a chance to celebrate the region's French Candian history and heritage.
The festival is celebrated around the same time the maple is sapped from the tree in Quebec.
It is than boiled and made into maple syrup.
Places in Quebec, and some parts of the maritimes make delicious maple products, and it can
be sold or eaten on premises .These places are called 'Cabane a Sucre' (Sugar Shack).
Here are some photos taken at the Festival today (March 7/09), showing the process of
maple on ice. Music fills the air, and here we have a
washboard entertainer!
Mariette xox

Fabric Collages

2009-03-07T07:10:00.000-08:00

Hello friends!
I've been doing some Fabric Collages in the last little while. Here are some of my finish pieces.
I used cheesecloth, japanese tissue paper, and muslin as some of my support.

Mariette xox

Winner for the Expressionistic Print!

2009-02-17T16:28:00.000-08:00

Hi!
Thank you to all those who entered the contest!
Sorry I'm a little late with the draw. I was out
of town on Sunday, and didn't return till late.
Everyone came up with great titles, and to be fair
I wrote them all down on paper, and placed them in a hat.
The winner is Kimmie, and the titled for the painting
is Enlightened Journey.

Mariette xox

Finally a little bud!

2009-02-06T13:17:00.000-08:00

I've had this cactus for years, and it never flowered for me. Well this year, I noticed little buds on the leaf nodes about four weeks ago. I watched with interest as these started growing, and growing. It is a very slow growth process, and not to sure what the flower will look like. It seems that every day I look at it it's grown a little.

I have a Christmas cacti that blooms every year; and

it's also blooming now. This is a different cacti, with

bigger leaves. Here it is in early stage.

Mariette xox

Balancing Acts~Acrylic Collage

2009-02-06T12:01:00.000-08:00

Collage on watercolor board.

Mariette xox

PRINT GIVEAWAY! Expressionistic Acrylic Collage

2009-02-03T08:48:00.000-08:00

As an artist I think it's important to experiment .
It broadens our horizon, and opens up our mind.
I was inspired by an artist from Cincinatti by the
name of Merle Rosen http://www.merlerosen.com/ ,who
works in a variety of media. I took an online workshop http://storefront.theplatform.com/GetStorefrontEvent.event?page=6&pid=CK4RjzktyKz5nA4WCxJG2wuzZPcrnbsW with
two videos from Merle Rosen, and was inspired by her.
I wanted to try it out myself.
Your in touch with your stream of consciusness during this
painting process, and results in interesting outcomes.
When I was finished with this first piece it aroused a sense
of joy, and contentment . I was giddyish , like a child every
time I looked at it.
I used recycled material from my kitchen for stamping.
The collage was done on a watercolor canvas board, and
collage pieces on yupo paper
I used various gel mediums, and acrylic paints
Now, I want a name for this painting.
Please enter and give this painting a name.
I will choose the title i like best then the winner will
win a print.
You can enter more than once, if you come up with
another title.
The deadline is Feb. 14th!
The winner will be announced on Feb. 15th!

Mariette xox

Waiting....

2009-01-30T13:16:00.000-08:00

From an art site I belong to ..Host had ole picture

of his great great grandma. He

wanted us to color her up a bit.

I totally changed the mood of the photo.

In the photo she had a black dress with

white frilly front, and sitting down.

She had a very long tragic life,

and four husbands!!!

Phew!

Waiting for whom?

Waiting for what?

Umm I wonder!

5" x7" canvas boards

Pearls Of Art and Buddhist Wisdom

2009-01-25T09:59:00.001-08:00

Hello Dear Friend Bloggers,
I've created a new Ning group called Pearls of Art and Buddhist Wisdom.

http://peacefulgoddess.ning.com/

I was originally in MSN GROUP; but they are closing their group services, and decided this would be a good place to migrate.

We are celebrating Green Tara Goddess of compassion in action in Tibetan Buddhism from January 26/09 -February 24/09
We will aim at reciting 10,000 mantras (333 a day plus one extra one on any day to add to the 10,000) .;-)
More information about the Goddess Tara can be find at Pearls of Art and Buddhist Wisdom.
The site is fairly new , and it will take awhile to grow again,
and transfer some of the existing data from the old site.
Hope you will join in, and invite your friends
Wishing you all a day of love and light;-)

Mariette xox

~Brag Book~

2009-01-24T09:39:00.000-08:00

Inspired by Misty Mawn Altered Photo day Misty's altered photo challenge.
I am creating what's called a "Brag Book".

This is also inspired by the Somerset Workshop Magazine (August 2008 issue)

by artist Shona Cole.

Here are my three altered photos so far

In this little book I'll be bragging about Bijou

my cat.;-)))

I am not to sure how many pages I will make for

the book. I used 81/2 x 51/2 handmade paper

with a coat of gesso on both sides. Just love

working on this.

Will continue with progress on other posts.

Mariette xox

Mixed Media ~Leap of Faith~

Journal Entry ~The True Nature of the Mind is Inseperable

Woman and Tulips.

Spread your Wings

Journal Entry

She Saw With The Eyes of Love;But wasn't always understood

Let your light shine

I am here .........

This is what I wrote in my little handcrafted Angel Book. I called this journal "Life's Special Moments" . First entry is a poem from a prompt by Misty "I am Here" for her upcoming workshop http://mistymawn.typepad.com/

I Am Here

Copyright Mariette H.

Sun,Moon,Healing Heart

Year 2012..full of art and fun!~

Happy solstice !

Assemblage

Last minute recycling ideas !

*CONTEST* Assemblage ~Clay Doll on wood panel ~CONTEST IS Now CLOSED

Kindred Spirit Project

Custom Coloring Book

Panels and clay doll in progress

"There's Always One That Stands Out in The Crowd"

Angel Flying over the Mountains

Enchanted Guardian

WINNER FOR THE NAME THAT LITTLE WITCH !

Whoo Whoo Whoo

HALLOWEEN CONTEST~ Give a Name to my little witch doll

Clay/Cone witch ~Contest to name my little witch coming soon~

An Angel to Watch Over You

Cone Shape Doll

She looked pretty with a flower in her hair

Love,Love, Love Angel

Frida polymer clay doll!

Homemade paper

New fiber art projects

Bluebird of Love and Happiness

Beautiful Fridge Magnets Collaborative work of love between two etsians

Journal Pages

Book Published

Mixed Media Book in the Making

Medecine Buddha

What's on my easel today?

Digital Self Portrait

Michael de Meng online class

Happy New Year

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I would like to wish you all a Happy ,Healthy,Creative New Year

xox

Free Art Course offered by Tam

LLama at the Exhibtion!

Whoooooo hoooo Time for a giveaway! Draw August 31st

Muse Flash Feature in Cloth Paper Scissors

Book Covers

Pages from my journal ~Finding a love bird~

Artist Beth Meador's Story

Bijou near the Window

Another Sweet Whimsical Angel!

What did I make this weekend

First of Three Paintings Commission

Mother's Day Poem

New Photos of Bijou my cat

Whimsical Fairy Wooden/Polymer clay doll

Wool Roving Paper

Alice in Wonderland ATC Exchange

Recycle Art Papier Mache!

Fiber Art

ATC Paris Theme

Clay Cloth Doll

Winners on the Halloween Contest!

Handcrafted Book

Three Drawings in ink and wax

Two Halloween giveaway! Two winners!

Spring Medlody Mixed Media Handmade book

New Handmade Mixed Media Books

Turtle Tea Lite Holder

Hi!

Felted Three Flowers and Butterfly

Blog Award from Anne

July Giveaway at Studio M.M.E. Stutterings!

July Giveaway!!!!

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CONTEST Assemblage ~Clay Doll on wood panel ~CONTEST IS Now CLOSED

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