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Buster the sweet and adorable Pup Portrait.

Buster

This is my very first pet portrait. This sweet and adorable pup is Buster. Buster recently went to The Rainbow 🌈 Bridge. 😢

Buster

I gifted this portrait of him to his parents. I hope it brings them some sense of peace and comfort. May Buster Rest In Peace. 🙏🏻

The Frog Lovers Painting Created for a Special Couple.

The Frog Lover’s Painting

I was approached by a high school friend to create this special painting for him and his beautiful wife. They now have it framed and sitting in their foyer. Here is the feedback I received from my happy customers:

“Wow! Thank you so much Michelle for our special frogs. With a last name like Hoppe, ya can’t help but take on the little croakers as the family mascot.
I greatly appreciate your time and care in the project.”

I am thrilled to have had the privilege to create this special piece of art for them.

If you love this painting, I’m happy to announce it’s available on several products. Check out my Society6 store here: https://society6.com/product/the-frog-lovers_framed-print?curator=oneartsymomma

Available Framed or on Canvas
Available Laptop Sleeve
Available Tote Bag

You can also find several customizable products with this adorable painting in my Frog Lovers Collection found in my Zazzle store: https://www.zazzle.com/collections/adorable_frog_lovers_painting-119897334362745219

Stacy’s Sunflower

Stacy’s Sunflower 2020

I’m finally finished with “Stacy’s Sunflower.”

On February 4, 2020, my best friend lost her battle to cancer. She put up a good fight for four years. My heart is broken, but it helps to know that she is in a better place and at peace. Stacy and I knew each other since high school. We shared many great memories together.

This sunflower represents my love and friendship I had for her. I was so very blessed to have a friend like her.

Her memory will live on in my heart for the rest of my days.

May she Rest In Peace. ❤️

My Happy Place

My Happy Place!
My Art Studio!

I thought I’d share some photos of my happy place. My art studio. I definitely lose track of the time when I’m in here.

Creating art makes my soul HaPpY. It’s my escape from this crazy world we live in. Just my music, art, and my dog(s).

Where is your happy place? Comment below.

Ernesto the Secret Santa Owl

Ernesto the Secret Santa Owl

SOLD!

I am happy to announce that I have sold my second original piece of art, Ernesto the Secret Santa Owl to a dear friend, Kimberlie Richter. I am grateful and humbled. My hope is that this painting puts a smile on everyone’s face that views it.

The original might be sold, but you can still find Ernesto on several products by visiting my Society6 store here: https://society6.com/oneartsymomma?curator=oneartsymomma

Ernesto the Secret Santa Owl

Ernesto the Secret Santa Owl

Ernesto the Secret Santa is finished. The original is available for purchase. Comment below if you are interested in purchasing this cutie of an owl.

Ernesto will soon be available on several outstanding products from Society6 and other Product-On-Demand online stores.

I’m also excited to announce that my daughter and I are brainstorming a book about this cute little owl, Ernesto. Keep your eyes peeled, hopefully by Christmas 2019.

I Sold My First Original Painting!

The happy recipient of my first original painting, Meagan Brown.

I am super excited to share this great news. I have sold my very first original painting!! I want to thank Mr. and Mrs. Chris Brown for their purchase of my “Owl Lovers” watercolor painting. They gifted this painting to their daughter, Meagan.

I am excited about this new way of sharing my art. In the past, I have always created my art digitally, and now I am experimenting with watercolors and having an absolute blast with this fun medium. It certainly is different creating on paper rather than my computer screen and stylus.

I plan to start selling originals and offering prints and many other products as well. Keep your eyes peeled for my next art pieces.

My Progress with Ernesto the Owl

Ernesto the Owl

I’m almost finished with Ernesto the owl. Just need some finishing touches and he’ll be looking for a new home.

I’ve put several fun hours into creating this plump Christmas owl and I can’t wait to see what he will look like on tote bags, wood art, and all the other products available in my online shops. I’ll keep you posted when the original is available and when the products are loaded in my shops.

Ernesto the Owl

I used an H pencil to trace Ernesto.
When using watercolors, it’s all about layering colors. So fun!!

I’d like to introduce, Ernesto the owl to you all.
I’m currently using watercolor pencils to create this cutie pie. My hope is to share my progress with you all on a daily basis.

I’m debating on whether to change the background. What color would you suggest for the background?

Owlet Watercolor Painting

I’m almost finished with this adorable owlet watercolor painting. Owls are my all-time favorite birds and a frequent subject of my art pieces. Owls are beautiful and mysterious looking birds. I adore them so much.

Owlet watercolor painting.

I am a beginner watercolorist and have been enjoying practicing. I feel that I’m getting better every day. Like they say, “Practice makes Perfect!” I try my best to paint every day, for at least an hour or more.

Lately, I have been trying out watercolor pencils, watercolor sticks and my latest is my new watercolor Sketchers’ Pocket Box from this awesome company, Winsor and Newton. They are some superb quality watercolor paints. I highly recommend them.

I can’t wait to see how much I’ve improved, a year from now.