Pom pom birdies make me happy

I wanted to share a little happy on a gloomy fall day. These pom pom birds I made back in April have kept me company at the front counter. I hold them when I need something soft to comfort me. Just like animal therapy in hospitals I pet them for relief. I would bring my dogs and squeeze them when I need a hug but they bark at EVERYTHING. I wanted to have "shop dogs" but mine won't behave so I have shop birds. The green one needs a good name. I'm thinking something goofy like Beepers, Blue Footed Bobbie, or Fred. Send suggestions if you have a good one.

There are some great classes and workshops coming up at The Art Mill the end of this month and into November. Who wants to warm up over a griddle of hot wax in an encaustics workshop? Its coming up quick... click here for the info and sign up soon! I'm also working on a class by Ellene McClay on utilizing your etsy shop to its fullest potential. She will be giving you the goods on everything from shipping hints to taking better photos. I'm hoping to throw in a little mini market at the end.

Well, I've been doing better at posting on the blog so yay for me. I'm determined to get a bigger chunk of my "to do" list done this week. If I can do two posts a week (and still be interesting) I'll give myself a treat. Maybe a pedicure or a toaster strudel.

Finally, for those of you looking for some art advice/inspiration or factoid try this...
Remember that there is no wrong way to be an artist. The only way you fail is if you never pick up your brush. Challenge yourself to create a piece of art with no plan in mind when you begin. Just surround yourself with your supplies and start - working off your feelings and intuition. If you are frustrated let that show through in your color choice and brush stroke or carving or whatever your medium. If you can't get started, set a timer for 15 minutes and doodle or write or scribble or whatever. Something may come out of it... you'd be surprised.

Send me what you make (jane@omahaartmill.com) and I will post some of them.