Day 131 - Gourdgeous

Sometimes all you have to do to decorate your doorstep is to just set out nature's own little piece of artwork! Although I love carving pumpkins, the natural beauty of a variety of pumpkins and gourds is enough by itself to make a stunning display. You don't have to be an artist to appreciate a beautiful design...sometimes Mother Nature's touch is best left on its own if you really want something amazing by your front door.

Day 112 - Unconventional Items

When decorating your little mini pumpkins, forget the craft store and visit an office supply store! A million mulit-colored push pins become perfect pumpkin accessories. My little artist friend, Sam, created this mini pumpkin spaceship out of his favorite colored pins. It was quick, easy and, best of all, lots of fun!

Day 106 - One Bad Apple

It's been awhile since I've gotten to play with my food...so I thought it was about time to do so again...until my son beat me to it! Here's his cool little version of the proverbial Bad Apple...

Day 33 - The Hand of Fate

In my last few days of classes I have been studying contour line and the human form. In layman's terms? Drawing a million hands and feet! (oh, and shoes, with lots of laces that make my eyes cross!). I've come to intimately know the contours of my hands...or should I say my left hand since I draw with my right. Tonight I used my hand as a model again...but this time I lengthened each finger and nail, then added wrinkles and warts for character. I think my witchy fingered rendering turned out quite well though both my teacher and my hubby think I should make it green!

Day 28 - Little Green Monsters!

We really are being invaded by little green monsters! While out taking a walk this morning, I came across a dilapidated old mailbox. It had once been black, then painted over white and had begun rusting away. A sweet little graffiti artist decided to add some choice words in green, covering over some of the rusty spots. Lucky for me! Instead of nasty little words, I saw this little green man. Do you see it? The green area of peeling paint has the shape of an eye, nose, and gaping mouth...I think I can see a tail as well...do you?