“In the right light, at the right time, everything is extraordinary.” — Aaron Rose waters black with depth project image of coolness reflection of soul * * * Moody Light ~ Black waters absorb whiteness of ducks ٭ Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Moody Light haiku by Mary O’Connor Conditions of temperature and light project … More Moody Light
“People are most creative when they care about their work and they’re stretching their skills.” — Teresa Amabile stretch the way you see woven basket with pansies wren sees otherwise * * * See beyond the expected ~ Hanging basket of pansies. Nest nestled in folds. Check out “Say Yes! to Your Creative Self” for … More Stretching Exercises
“The dance is a poem of which each movement is a word.” — Mata Hari listen says the wind choreographed dance of limbs ballet of beauty * * * The world is rich with prompts to help us develop and express our creative selves. For tips and exercises to open up new ways of seeing … More Language of Dance
“You can never go wrong with a little pink; a lot works too.” — Dana Dalgetty totems of color emotions piled to the sky spectrum of pleasure * * * Spectrum of Creativity ~ Colors are important stimulants of creativity, with warm colors, such as pink, provoking emotions of comfort, peace and calm; hot colors, … More Influence of Color
“Creativity is intelligence having fun.” — Albert Einstein gardens all aglow lanterns capture magic moods harvest moon gala Inspired by Lyme Art Colony Harry Hoffman’s “Harvest Moon Walk” (ca 1912) painting of festive merry makers, present day local artists decorated 20” spherical lanterns for display in the Florence Griswold Museum’s gardens ~ Photos and ”Merry … More Merry Makers
“Beauty awakens the soul to act.” — Dante Alighieri impetus of joy sight of beauty stimulates artistic vision * * * Stimulants of creativity ~ Shades of color, fragrance of beauty, softness of petals • Say Yes! to Your Creative Self is filled with tips and exercises for building creativity possibilities. Available here. Pride of … More Shades of Beauty
“Sometimes it’s good to contrast what you like with something else. It makes you appreciate it even more.” — Darby Conley misty morning veil juxtaposition of tone contrasts of beauty Contrasts of tones, interests, intensities offer a powerful way of telling a story. Say Yes! to Your Creative Self is filled with tips and exercises … More Contrast
“The worst enemy to creativity is self-doubt.” — Sylvia Plath Don’t think you have a creative bone in your body? Or maybe you simply want to strengthen them. My latest book, Say Yes! to Your Creative Self is meant for you. This full-color illustrated book is all about the ins and outs of creativity. Packed … More Just Published!
“To be creative means to be in love with life.” — Osho splash of bright color stretch of imagination creative lift-off * * * COMING SOON! ~My new book, Say Yes! to Your Creative Self, explores the ins and outs of creativity. Written for all who think they don’t have a creative bone in their … More Creative Bud
“Be the reason someone smiles. Be the reason someone feels loved and believes in the goodness in people.” — Roy T. Bennett just lounging around making all who see me smile come and sit with me * * * Catalyst of Smiles ~ Nemo brightens the day just by being himself. Cavapoos, a cross between … More Brighten the Day
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