Out with the old - in with the New Year!
Looking forward to the new year, and looking forward to getting back to creating art again. Everything is finally starting to get put back into its proper place in my little universe. I'm also happy to...
View ArticleMy Declaration of Independence!
I've had a few people in the "art world", as I like to call it, ask me where I've been lately. You don't know? I keep a blog, it's no secret that I've been busy buying and selling property. But you...
View ArticleArt - Where's our Fan Base?
On January 19 at 10:00 am, we close on our old house. No longer will we be burdened with management of two properties. If I've learned anything, it's that I'm never going in to real estate as a...
View ArticleArt World - Is That Another Planet?
Yes, I've been neglecting to blog about my love for science and nature lately, but after all, this is an artist blog so the arts should take precedence. That's why I'm going to continue my discussion...
View ArticleArt World - Goodbye Political Correctness!
This last week was the most fun I’ve had in my art studio in a long time. Seems my mojo is returning. I’ve released all of the stresses from moving, all of my frustration with the Art World, and all of...
View ArticleWhat's going on in Tamara's Studio?
I only blogged once this month. Why? One, it was a short month, and two...I was busy makin' art! (function(jQuery) {function init() {...
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It's March!
I love March, it's become one of my favorite months. Why? Well...there's the fact that it's Women's History Month, and I'm a woman. Daylight Savings Time starts and I get to stay out longer with my...
View ArticleSocial Media - The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly!
When I tell someone I’m an artist they always respond with, “Oh, you’re so lucky,” which always leaves me wondering what they know that I don’t. The only thing I can think of is that they buy into...
View ArticleSocial Media - The Saga Continues!
Let’s recap, my last blog was about my issues good and bad with social media, and how I need to develop more productive habits, especially since I can’t afford to hire someone to do it for me. I made a...
View ArticleWhat I Learned From Last Week
Last week I was more productive, I also became a lot less resentful and anxious about my social media habits and responsibilities. I’m starting to feel like I’m gaining more control over my life. I...
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Zeus - My New Muse!
I’m happy to announce I have a wonderful new distraction in my art studio, an Olde English Bulldog named, Zeus! We adopted him on April 9th and I must say, I’ve been shamelessly posting pics of him...
View ArticleMonday, Monday...
It’s the first Monday in May and I’m so excited that summer is just around the corner. I’m tellin’ ya, this winter really seemed to drag out for me. But even though I’m super excited about that, it’s...
View ArticleHm...What Should I Blog About?
I’m really in a procrastinating mood lately. At least when it comes to my blog. I meant to start writing one a week, but so far I haven’t kept up with my commitment. The reality is that there’s been a...
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No - I Do Not Use Puff Paint!
When people see my work in person for the first time they start to extend their hand, then stop and ask, is that puff paint? No, I do not use puff paints! I use soft acrylic paints that I apply to the...
View ArticleWhy I'm Leaving Twitter
I apologize, it’s been awhile since my last blog, and I can’t blame it all on taking bids for our future bathroom remodel either. No, I’ve been playin’ hooky. As you know, last year we went through the...
View ArticleVisual Blog
I've been extremely busy this summer, but I still take time to draw every day. As you can see I've been working on some new designs and ideas. If you'd like to keep up with me weekly, check out my...
View ArticleAn Artist Home
For a while now, all of you who follow my blog have heard me go on and on about my move and my new home. You know, blah, blah, blah, and more blah. I even posted some pics of my house with my new...
View ArticleA Change in the Weather
It’s getting close to my favorite time of year again – Autumn! The weather’s already starting to become a bit milder and my yellow mums are starting to bloom. But something else is changing right now...
View ArticleHeld Hostage by Halloween
In my last blog I discussed my need to explore new paths of creativity. Well, I've started by challenging myself with setting up different scenes involving two skeletons that hang out on my porch. This...
View ArticleA Preview of What's Ahead
October has passed and our bathroom remodel is underway. Now it's time to prep for the holidays. I know I've been saying I'm going to spend more time on my blog, but let me tell you, it's been a real...
View ArticleTime to Reflect
It’s December already, can you believe that?! I personally think that the Christmas holiday was invented by our civilization to help us feel inclined to put up with how torturous those long winter...
View ArticleHappy New Year!
Wow - I’ve been so busy heading into this new year that I forgot about my blog! A lot’s going on too. I started Weight Watchers. I realize I need help getting myself into shape so I can get back to my...
View ArticleHello, It's Me...
Hello blog followers, it’s me. Working in my studio is taking more out of me than I anticipated. I have to admit that I’m feeling overwhelmed and my confidence is really getting beat up right now. I...
View ArticleWhat's going at Tamara's Studio?
You can keep up to date with me in my studio at art_by_tamara on Instagram.
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