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Kindness Rocks Paint Nite… ROCKED!
As I’ve mentioned in previous posts, I’ve been hosting paint “nites” at the collective as a way to support the shoppe. I’ve done traditional acrylic canvas paintings and wine glasses, but we were looking to change it up a bit. When I stumbled upon the Kindness Rocks Project, I thought this could be a perfect…
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Themed Paint Nites
As I’ve been working on fun ways to support the collective, I’ve solicited the feedback of my fellow supporters (friends, family, online peeps!) to help me narrow down what I can offer that’s fun, artistic, and continues to be “My Aesthetic Escape”. So far, paint nites seem to be of particular interest! Here’s how they…
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Spooky Paint Nite
I’ve attended at least 30 “paint nites” – where you pay a fee, go to a restaurant or bar and complete a painting as an artist walks you through the steps. This was a regular activity of mine, once a month for a few years… until a work conflict came about. I miss the camaraderie…
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Anniversary Celebration
The shoppe that is home to my little art pieces is celebrating their one year anniversary. On September 15 from 10 AM to 1 PM, the collective (Mount Prospect, IL) will have a fun open house with treats and beverages. As an added bonus, this served as a nice little deadline for me to complete…
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Artist Update
Great news… A few of my fun hand painted signs are for sale at the collective. If you’re in the Chicago area, check us out! 13 W. Prospect Ave, Mount Prospect, IL 60056 Located steps away from the train, Metra Union Pacific Northwest Line. The shoppe has over a dozen local artists, selling great hand…
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Wine Not??
For these projects, I tried to keep it simple. I like wine, there’s a ton of inspiration out there for kitchy wine art… and the fact that I love puns is just an added bonus. His/Hers 8″ x 10″ acrylic on canvas board When It Rains… 11″ x 17″ acrylic on canvas board LOVE Wine…
My Aesthetic Escape
Escaping daily life through painting, jewelry and other crafts.