Illustration Fri. - 'asleep''

'asleep', 6x6: pen /digital paint

A quick post for Illustration Friday's word this week: 'asleep', another one for my children's book illo portfolio that I've been working on/struggling with for awhile now. And I'd like to think that life has been getting in the way, but for the most part my inner critic has had her say once too often - until a few months ago when I started working through The Artist's Way with a friend. All I can say is that it has helped me immensely - I've been showing my critic politely but firmly to the door a lot more lately :>

Hope you're all enjoying the long weekend here in the US, if not enjoy the rest of your weekend wherever you happen to be.....

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Also, if you're up for some artistic eye-candy, yesterday I posted about a recent trip of mine here - I hope to have Part Two up tomorrow sometime [and did I mention I have my first ever 'hollywood celebrity & me' photo to share?]

Edit: Part Two can now be viewed here

It's May [or where did the time go]

"The world's favorite season is the spring. All things seem possible in May."- Edwin Way Teale

May is a happy month for me, words like fresh beginnings & renewal sail in through the windows like a cool, welcoming breeze. I look forward to it at the start of every birthday year (today actually) as I review and reflect on the past year.

The words 'possibility' and 'hope' have been on my mind recently too. I'm learning to embrace them as I work through The Artist's Way these past 5 weeks....which in a roundabout way explains why I've been far, far away from my blog. By retreating from social networking and getting rid of too much mind/information clutter, I've gained a little more clarity.

Less is more - YES.

As well as my inner changes, I've made some outer changes too. I cut my hair to a more manageable 'summer months' length, cleared out some closets of things I no longer need, built my own custom work table (with my brand new tool, can't wait to try it out for more projects!) and....I've been working on a very special art project, I'll share soon - promise :>

Does May have a special place in your heart? What celebrations or events do you look forward to in the merry month of May?