Art, like life, is a journey!
My art blog, Brushstrokes, etc.
My blog is updated every few days with new images and information about the artistic process. I often give steps in the making of a particular piece as well as what motivated me to paint it. I often explain what I have learned along the way.
Most of my paintings are for sale, and a link is attached for purchase.
Fetching RSS feed... please stand byArt and Life
or... how it all comes together!
My creative interests are varied, including writing, collage, sculpture, etc. I enjoy creating objects of visual interest for others... and sharing new ways of looking at the commonplace. My life includes many other areas of involvement, including being a parent to three 20-something/teen age kids, professional activities, activities at church and in the community. Actually, life is busy! However, an area that requires intention and perseverance (so that procrastination and distraction don't prevail) is creativity and creating art. This has become an important way to explore the elements of life as it happens every day, with the perspective of faith. Record your visit!
Let me know you stopped by!
It is always nice to find out who has visited and to read the comments on what they see. Please leave your thoughts!
Helen wrote
Thanks Charlie! Glad you dropped by.
Posted July 16, 2009
CHARLIE PRICE wrote
Hey Helen, checking you out during my lunch break. Good reading :)
Posted July 16, 2009
Helen wrote
Thanks, Sherry! And thanks for leaving a comment here!
Posted March 30, 2008
Sherry Spengel wrote
I just found your blog and I can't wait to see your work at the Good Works Gallery!
Posted March 30, 2008
Helen's Spring/Summer Daily Paintings
Most recent work from my studio!
from my studio easel during these months. To see more, please visit my blog - Brushstrokes, etc.
http://helenreads.blogspot.com
Helen's January/February Daily Paintings
These are the paintings that were created in my studio during January & February 2008. To see more, visit my blog, Brushstrokes, etc.
http://helenreads.blogspot.com
Interesting sites worth noting
More on my work or on the work of others that I find interesting or inspiring
- Helen's Website
- An overview of all my work with purchase links and an email link.
- My work on Etsy
- Items that I am selling through Etsy
Great Stuff on CafePress
Pink Rose Single Greeting Card
Blank on the inside, this greeting card features a reproduction of an original oil painting by artist, Helen Read. 5x7", available in either glossy or matte finish.
Price: 3.74
Pink Rose Greeting Cards (Pk of 10)
Set of 10 greeting cards featuring an original oil painting of a single pink rose by artist, Helen Read.
Price: 18.49
Books I've found useful:
Creating a Life Worth Living
A practical course in career design for artists, innovators, and other aspiring to a creative life.
Amazon Price: $10.17 (as of 11/09/2009)
A Thought to Remember Today!
"How precious are your thoughts about me, O God! They are innumerable! I can't even count them: they outnumber the grains of sand! And when I wake up in the morning, you are still with me!
by HRead
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