2009. Already. And I'm ready to begin it.
I'm hoping 09 will be a more artful year. At least a year with more undistracted time in my studio. I want to do more, to learn more, to share more.
This not-so-lovely piece is the beginning of my 2009 art-sampler. Penciled dots, one for each day of the year, that I'll cover over with a tiny little lovely something. A new technique, a mini art quilt, a gathering from nature. Something that speaks to me.
I'll keep this in my studio and fill it as the days go by. And will share with you as time progresses.
And at the end of 2009? I'll have a 1x2' board full of artful reminders of my year. And a great sampler of where my creative journey took me.
I'm way excited to get started, to get back in there and work and play all at the same time. A few of you are kindly tapping my shoulder and asking why my etsy shop is still empty (sorry!). Journals have been the biggest request, so I'm working now on restocking those. And I have so many new ideas for other pieces.
So here's to new beginnings and fresh starts. Remember, you have to actually start. As Horace said, "He has the deed half done who has made a beginning."
I love your art sampler. What a wonderful idea. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: julie - eab designs | 05 January 2009 at 10:26
that's such a great idea! glad you're back in the studio :)
Posted by: Michelle Hart | 05 January 2009 at 11:01
This will be amazing.
I just know it.
Posted by: Dawn | 05 January 2009 at 11:48
i adore this idea!! do you mind if i borrow it and tweak a bit? just brilliant! i will absolutely link back to you! :)
not for selling or anything. just for my own personal artwork to add at home.
Posted by: star | 05 January 2009 at 14:24
brilliant!
Posted by: pam | 05 January 2009 at 16:08
What a unique idea. I'll be curious to see how it progresses throughout the year. Happy New Year!
Posted by: psmullican | 05 January 2009 at 19:28
oh my.
you inspire me so rebecca.
happy new year!
xo
Posted by: kerry lynn | 05 January 2009 at 22:52
Hmm, forgot that "actually starting" part! But what a great kick off idea you have given us :)
Posted by: meg finn | 05 January 2009 at 23:17
love, love, love it! (however, my word of the year isn't start -- it's FINISH!)
Posted by: Gina Sekelsky | 06 January 2009 at 09:34
I love this idea! Please let us see a peak now and then as it takes on more additions.
Posted by: wendy | 06 January 2009 at 19:47
I can't wait to see everything! You are an amazing artist and inspire me tremendously so i hope you have a more undistracted 2009 also! happy new year! karen...
Posted by: karen | 06 January 2009 at 21:51
Simply luscious...
Posted by: Cami @ Heart-Shaped Rock Cottage | 07 January 2009 at 23:10
Such an awesome idea!! I can't wait to see the end result!!
Posted by: Amber | 08 January 2009 at 07:33
Stunning!
Posted by: DJ | 08 January 2009 at 17:44
Fabulous idea! You are so inspiring!
Posted by: Zita - Mlle Magpie | 09 January 2009 at 05:31
I'll look forward to seeing the finished project... although i think it looks great already. Chris Drury does beautiful medicine wheels in similar themes that are worth checking out if you have a minute or 15....
Posted by: Miss Mandy | 10 January 2009 at 16:26
I'll look forward to seeing the finished project... although i think it looks great already. Chris Drury does beautiful medicine wheels in similar themes that are worth checking out if you have a minute or 15....
Posted by: Miss Mandy | 10 January 2009 at 16:28
what a fantastic idea! your work is brilliant!
best wishes in the new year and I hope your able to work in that stuido time that you desire. my goal is to do less deadline work and more art from the heart.
Posted by: ruth rae | 13 January 2009 at 10:42
Ooooooh, this is going to be an amazing project! Can't wait to see it when its done!
Posted by: Rachael Giallongo | 15 January 2009 at 12:25
What a great idea! Would you made terrribly if I borrow your idea? It would be just for my home....totally ♥ it! WHAT A GREAT VISUAL JOURNAL OF YOUR YEAR.
Posted by: kayola | 26 January 2009 at 14:59