A Completed Work... in Many Ways...

Completed work!
(Is it ever complete? I know I am not...)
(...for He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion... Phil 1:6)

After all of the tweaks, it's finally ready to go.

This one brought so much joy 

in the creating, 

and hopefully will bring as much joy 

on it's journey.
(Can you find the birds?? Love the birds!)

This piece is a 30 x 30- acrylic
(unframed 3/4" deep canvas)

The winning bid 

will not only own this colorful piece,
but will be 
a most appreciated donor 
to the 1000 Backpack Giveaway!

All proceeds from this auction 
will be donated to supply 1000 kids in need, 
(right here in the San Fernando Valley!)
with a backpack and supplies
to get them off to a great start 
this school year.
So bid - bid - bid away!
Auction is LIVE at dailypaintworks~ woo hoo! 
It will run for 7 days- highest bid wins! 
If you've ever wanted one of my pieces- here's a way 
to own a BIG, colorful, 
meaningful in many ways, 
piece of art!
Thanks in advance friends!


(Kindly leave a comment here on my blog if you have placed a bid, 
as I would love to show my appreciation by sending you a small print, 
with some love, and thanks for the support!)

(If you feel so inclined... donations are being accepted here as well, 

separate from the painting auction fundraiser
 http://www.indiegogo.com/1000backpackgiveaway)

ConfeSSion...

Confession friends... 

I had the lofty goal of posting my painting 

on an auction site today to start the process 

for 1000 Backpack Giveaway.

A couple of things got in my way..

good things... but things that caused me to delay 

doing the launch until later in the day 

tomorrow.

Please check my post tomorrow. 

It's going to be worth it! 

(shhhh... a giveaway will be in order!) 

Promise...

I have to laugh, but as an artist would...

I took another look at the painting this morning

and of course, saw more things emerging. 

That's right... I had to add a few touches 

to what I thought was a finished piece.

Caught red-handed 

or paint-handed, 

might be more appropriate.

If you look above- you'll see the bird's in the first image?

they appeared today...  

A little tweaking had to happen 

on the right side of the painting as well.

Then there's the actual auction part. 

I thought I would use Daily Paintworks, 

but I researched a few other options 

and have yet to confirm that choice.

It all looked so easy...

So, you see... I'll be here tomorrow

with all the loose ends tied up.

Thanks for being such a supportive group!

Excited for the big reveal tomorrow!

Giving from the HeART...

"Alone

we can do so little;

Together

 we can do so much"

~Helen Keller

I totally enjoyed sharing my space for a week of posts 

by a lovely group of creatives, as part of 

the 101010 Project last week. 

g r a t e f u l

to all!

In the meantime... I've been gathering my thoughts

because I am crazy excited about a new project...

a project that affirms the Helen Keller quote above.

I've been going down the intuitive/expressionistic path 

on my painting journey and am just loving it. 

(thank-you Flora!)

There is such freedom, such color, and such organic beauty 

that comes through in this process- 

I just get giddy with excitement, 

when I come up for air.

There are a few "growth" parallels happening too

in the

art life

spiritual life 

and 

work life.

I just love when that happens- don't you?

The project I speak of, has to do with a fundraiser... 

The sneak peek image at the top of this post 

represents a painting that will be auctioned off 

to support this fundraiser.

The piece I am working on is a 30 x30

intuitive expression- 

so what you are seeing 

is just a snippet and I am inspired!

Now for the real excitement!

The fundraiser is a project to raise 1000 BACKPACKS 

complete with school supplies

to give out to "children in need" 

before school starts in the San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles!

Our TEAM is working fast and furious on various fundraisers 

to meet this lofty goal!

I felt it deep in my heart to shoot for a painting sale 

as my contribution to the project.

so... if you like what you see, 

and you are interested in bidding on the painting...

I will be setting up the link at Daily Paintworks 

as an auction piece by July 1oth. 

(There will be a one week bidding time frame after the 10th)

The complete amount raised will be donated to 

the 1000 Backpack-Give-Away

(website is in the works)

through Freedom Church.

What better time to get a meaningful piece of art,

while contributing to a most helpful cause.

I have a huge heart for children in need 

and am honored 

to be able to contribute.

Thank-you friends...

so much can be done

when we gather together!

Meet Phyliss Dobbs... Artist & Licensing Savant

As an artist, I create art for licensing on products 

in the textile, gift and home goods industry. 

In textiles, I have designed fabric collections for 7 years. 

I also focus on designing quilt and sewing patterns and 

have written a new built book “Asymmetrical Quilts”.

How did you finally decide on the look of your brand?  

What did the evolution look like?

My brand came naturally for me. First, I am pretty much obsessed with color so in everything I do, vibrant color is key.  And I naturally gravitate toward whimsy. I’ve tried doing more traditional, but when I draw, paint and design, the whimsy comes out.  

The combination of color and whimsy have defined my brand. I’ve had so many people 

tell me that my art makes them smile. That’s a comment that makes me smile and happy with what I do. 

Phyllis is currently working on new art for licensing including a new fabric line 
as well as adding more art to products for her Zazzle store. She also just entered 
into a collaboration with another quilt designer for a quilt related project.


Name of Business
Phyllis Dobbs Art & Design
Started business as - Lucky Duck Designs

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Blog - http://www.phyllisdobbs.info/

Website - http://www.phyllisdobbs.com/

Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/pages/Phyllis-Dobbs-Art-Design/171513056197540 

Zazzle - http://www.zazzle.com/phyllisdobbs?rt=238522936928369533               

Zazzle for Businesses - http://www.zazzle.com/businesswithflair?rt=238522936928369533 

Years in business - I started my business 28 years ago.

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For more information on the 101010 Project check out the101010 Website. For a complete list of questions and the women hosting them on their Websites, see below.

(Note: Due to life's unexpected twists & turns, this session of the 101010 Project features eight participants instead of the intended 10.

THE WOMEN, THE QUESTIONS

Laura Otero: #1. Is it necessary for your business to line up with your soul purpose?  What value is there to having that aligned?

Stephanie Guimond: #2. Do you have a business mentor?  What value does that offer to your experiences as a business owner?

Shari Sherman: #3. What animal would represent your first year of business.

Robin Norgren: #4. What business/businesses have you chosen to model your business after?

Dani Keith: #5. At this moment, what one idea do you need to start executing for your business?

Paula Joerling: #6. What part of your business have you delegated or put on hold in order to focus your energy more efficiently?

Valerie Weller: #7. How did you finally decide on the look of your brand?  What did the evolution look like?

Phyllis Dobbs: #8. Who is that one person you would like to sit and talk with about your business? What would you talk about?

Meet Paula Joerling... Illustrator & Collage Artist

Paula Joerling

I am a freelance illustrator living in Atlanta Georgia. 

My designs are primarily used for the gift and tabletop industry. 

Typically, I work in watercolor and collage and enjoy incorporating fabric, 

stitched paper and found objects in my art.

How did you finally decide on the look of your brand?  

What did the evolution look like?

That was a difficult thing to do. I started by looking lots of blogs and websites to see what other people had done. After determining what I liked about their brand, I took the time  to understand what it said about them and how it related to their work. Next I selected some of my favorite images based on what I wanted to say about the work that I did. That was tricky because I like doing a lot of different things and I needed them to all make sense together. The next step was to show it to a couple of different friends (both artists and non-artists) and get feedback.

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Name of Business: Paula Joerling Studio

Blog: www.paulajoerling.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Paula-Joerling-Studio/218183375864

Etsy Hand Made: http://www.etsy.com/shop/PaulaJoerlingStudio

Etsy Vintage: http://www.etsy.com/shop/PaulaJoerlingVintage

Years in Business: I have been a freelance artist in one form or another for 30 years. I have been a freelance illustrator for about 8 years.

Current Projects

“Currently I am working on a series of collage pieces that will make their way to my etsy handmade shop.”

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For more information on the 101010 Project 

check out the101010 Website. For a complete 

list of questions and the women hosting them on their Websites, see below.

(Note: Due to life's unexpected twists & turns, this session of the 101010 Project features eight participants instead of the intended 10.

THE WOMEN, THE QUESTIONS

Laura Otero: #1. Is it necessary for your business to line up with your soul purpose?  What value is there to having that aligned?

Stephanie Guimond: #2. Do you have a business mentor?  What value does that offer to your experiences as a business owner?

Shari Sherman: #3. What animal would represent your first year of business.

Robin Norgren: #4. What business/businesses have you chosen to model your business after?

Dani Keith: #5. At this moment, what one idea do you need to start executing for your business?

Paula Joerling: #6. What part of your business have you delegated or put on hold in order to focus your energy more efficiently?

Valerie Weller: #7. How did you finally decide on the look of your brand?  What did the evolution look like?

Phyllis Dobbs: #8. Who is that one person you would like to sit and talk with about your business? What would you talk about?

Meet Dani Keith...maker of pretty things...

dani keith

 {dani keith designs}

maker of pretty things. grower of dreams. catalyst for creativity.

dani keith has been creating for a lifetime. in the spring of 2010 she was set up 
on a blind date with metalsmithing, and she says 
it was instant, true and deep love at first fusing! 
{dk} is constantly evolving, and dani is genuinely excited 
to see where each turn takes her.

artist statement: "I find the beauty in the simple geometry of shape and transform metal into a story that the wearer wants to be apart of"

How did you finally decide on the look of your brand?  

What did the evolution look like?

My work is very personal, my jewelry is an expression of my joy and as a creative your work is always very closely tied to who you are…that notion speaks directly to my branding… as a designer my product is always evolving, the ring I make today 
is nothing like what I will make in a month and I always like to offer original work 
to my clients… so my name is the continuity to my craft, and that is the evolution of 
the {dani keith designs} brand.

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blog: http://danikeithdesigns.com/blog

shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/danikeith

facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danikeithdesign

twitter: danikeithartist

years in business: 2

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For more information on the 101010 Project check out the101010 Website. For a complete list of questions and the women hosting them on their Websites, see below.

(Note: Due to life's unexpected twists & turns, this session of the 101010 Project features eight participants instead of the intended 10.

THE WOMEN, THE QUESTIONS

Laura Otero: #1. Is it necessary for your business to line up with your soul purpose?  What value is there to having that aligned?

Stephanie Guimond: #2. Do you have a business mentor?  What value does that offer to your experiences as a business owner?

Shari Sherman: #3. What animal would represent your first year of business.

Robin Norgren: #4. What business/businesses have you chosen to model your business after?

Dani Keith: #5. At this moment, what one idea do you need to start executing for your business?

Paula Joerling: #6. What part of your business have you delegated or put on hold in order to focus your energy more efficiently?

Valerie Weller: #7. How did you finally decide on the look of your brand?  What did the evolution look like?

Phyllis Dobbs: #8. Who is that one person you would like to sit and talk with about your business? What would you talk about?

Meet Robin Norgren... creator of the 101010 Project (and all around amazing chick)

Robin Norgren

 I strive to live life to the fullest.  No matter what.  

I have grown into myself through my love for Jesus and HIS LOVE FOR ME. 

Art, motherhood, business, creativity and yoga are 

the cherished vehicles for this deepening. 

Life can be FULL, JUICY, MEANINGFUL, PURPOSE FILLED, LOVELY.

I want to help you come to your fullest life.  

I create workbooks, ecourses and workshops that chronicle 

my change and growth and offer you ways 

to find out what YOUR FULLEST life will be. 

How did you finally decide on the look of your brand?  What did the evolution look like?

I have been through quite an evolution with the colors that represent my business. I have always been into funkier colors: goldenrods and burnt siennas. But received my heart started to move toward the other end of the spectrum: clean lines with classic gray and a pop of pink.  I am not really sure if the colors changed first or my take on business did.  Both in both places I went through a huge transformation. 

After almost three years of what I call the hustle where I felt like I kept my prices too low and had a beggar's mentality about the whole business, my heart said, "you are done with this." And I really began to ask myself: what do I really want? And what would it look like?

In 2012 I decided to integrate what I feel like my calling is: to work with people asking questions and offering the ear and the heart needed to witness as they come into their power.  Pink is a sign of femininity. Gray is a sign of strength.  Together they feel like grace.

Robin Norgren is currently completing her life coaching certification and 
would LOVE to offer you a FREE 15 minute mini session – sign up for her mailing list here: http://www.robinnorgrenstudios.blogspot.com/p/life-coaching.html

Name of business: Robin Norgren Studios

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Social media links:

Website: http://www.robinnorgrenstudios.blogspot.com

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/robinlnorgren

Facebook:  http://www.facebook.com/wellofcreations.myetsyshop

Years in business: 4 years

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For more information on the 101010 Project check out the101010 Website. For a complete list of questions and the women hosting them on their Websites, see below.

(Note: Due to life's unexpected twists & turns, this session of the 101010 Project features eight participants instead of the intended 10.

THE WOMEN, THE QUESTIONS

Laura Otero: #1. Is it necessary for your business to line up with your soul purpose?  What value is there to having that aligned?

Stephanie Guimond: #2. Do you have a business mentor?  What value does that offer to your experiences as a business owner?

Shari Sherman: #3. What animal would represent your first year of business.

Robin Norgren: #4. What business/businesses have you chosen to model your business after?

Dani Keith: #5. At this moment, what one idea do you need to start executing for your business?

Paula Joerling: #6. What part of your business have you delegated or put on hold in order to focus your energy more efficiently?

Valerie Weller: #7. How did you finally decide on the look of your brand?  What did the evolution look like?

Phyllis Dobbs: #8. Who is that one person you would like to sit and talk with about your business? What would you talk about?