Inspiring Art

Get inspired! :-)

One of the interesting aspects of art is that it stimulates the creativity of those looking at it.
Creativity is not just creating art, but is in all aspects of life, whether you create a family, business or just live your life in a new and inspiring way ...
So take a new look at your own life when viewing my work:
http://AnneVis.imagekind.com
http://www.zazzle.com/sunnysites
http://www.sunnysites.org
and the work of all other wonderful artists in this lens!

Combining different fields of expertise as inspiration

view Tomek Setowski's work

One of the most interesting areas of new developments is oftentimes where two areas of scientific research find each other. An example is where the computer industry meets genetics and creates cows that produce silk ... Or finding a new use for an every day object. In art you find this in the area of surrealism, personally my favorite. I found this beautiful example of outstanding outwork by Tomek Setowksi. An extraordinarily talented artist, who in this one painting, combines many different fields in art. I could not find a proper website where all art is gathered, but in the link above you can at least find some more awesome paintings!
2/4/2012

Inspired by wisdom

View Gilbert William's work.

We all know the stories of ancient wise men and women, as told through many centuries and all cultures ...
Sometimes when we're stuck it helps to get in touch with the "inner wisdom" as symbolized by the old man walking with his light.
This is also a theme that is reflected in one of the tarot cards: number 9, the hermit in the Rider Waite Deck.
Imagery like this actually stimulates and helps to achieve this connection to inner wisdom.
Personally I find this a stunning painting, as you can find many visionary artworks in the gallery of Gilbert Williams.
1/2/2012

Inspired by cute animals

View Adele's work.

Animals have that special capacity to touch our hearts and especially baby animals! Adele has a stunning talent to create endearing animal scenes. Very skillful artwork with a great imagination: a delight for the eye! Animals do not only have great healing qualities, but can also inspire us to create or to be nice to others. Adele has created a warm and sunny atmosphere in her work, which is truly inspiring. It adds that smile to your heart ... :-)
12/7/2011

The power of water

View Byron Pickering's work

Water is magical ... it not only is necessary for our survival, but think of what playing in the bathtub does for a small child with its ducks ... or how a bath or shower makes us feel ... what it does with you when you stand at the ocean ...
Inspiration is not always a "visible" or result-oriented something. It can be an entirely inner experience, that does not always translate in action.
It can be an inner joy and feeling of expansion ... or can lead to the most amazing creations!
The ocean has a powerful effect with regards to inspiration ... in real life, but also in art.
I came across Byron Pickering's work and even found a tutorial on how to paint the ocean. Even if you do not paint, it is absolutely breathtaking work, a highly skillful artist!
10/10/2011

Warm communication as inspiration

View Angela Rizza's work

What strikes me in this artwork by Angela Rizza is the warmth in expression.
Of course this is emphasized by the handing over of a letter, another expression of communication, and of course the use of color.
With a setting like that you can almost sense the content of the letter being warm and heartfelt as well.

Feeling at home and feeling loved enhances creativity. It creates a space for the "inner self" to express freely, whether that is in art, your home, your work and not in the least in communication.
Angela Rizza has succeeded in creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere in this beautiful and creative artwork called "Guten Tag, Mail's Here".
And who knows what you will create coming from this feeling? :-)
10/4/2011

Creative Inspiration

View Rafal Olbinski's work.

I must confess that I never heard of this artist before, but then ... I am not the type that visits museums and such. So when I came across Rafal Olbinski on the internet, it was a very pleasant surprise.
There is inspiration in being skilled (it does not matter in which topic, maybe you are skilled in baking apple pies ...), especially when it is combined with creativity (maybe you add ingredients in your apple pie that nobody thought of before ...).
Watching these masterpieces (like the ones Rafal Olbinski created) spark off some of that magic of inspiration ...
I highly recommend a visit to Rafal Olbinski's gallery, you will find many outstanding pieces of art!
8/5/2011

Inspired by exquisite beauty

View Marina Petro's work

When an artist can combine outstanding skill with fabulous imagination you get master pieces.
A master piece lifts the viewer above themselves, transporting them into that part within that has higher wisdom, joy ... aliveness ...
This is what I found in this awesome work by Marina Petro.
Not only a very skilled artist, but also a psychic intuitive, you can find a wonderful collection of truly inspiring work in her gallery.
8/2/2011

Innocence of a child as inspiration

View Alsion Kolesar's work

Watching artwork can touch something inside us. Then transformation happens, however subtle sometimes.
I found the work of this very talented illustrator of books, Alison Kolesar, to do exactaly that. Every one of her works I watch, I feel something inside starting to smile and relax ... such a joy! :-)
Her work also takes us back to childhood and the dreams we used to have back then ... What is it what you enjoyed doing as a child?
Oftentimes it is here where we find the keys to our talents and our happiness!

From a more technical viewpoint it is nice to watch the soft use of color and how the umbrella breaks the line of the image, just as the roofs of the buildings do ... Brilliant!
7/5/2011

Perspective as Inspiration

View Yelena Dyumin's work

Some artists just have a great style, making you want to see more and more ... Yelena Dyumin is one of those artists. This particular work caught my eye as it has such an interesting perspective. Compared to the house, the boy is really large and what to think of a floating elephant? Isn't that a contrast in itself?
It reminds us of what we take for granted.
This artwork, just out of the ordinary and with such skill and tasteful use of colors ...
One more miracle!
6/6/2011

Beauty with a smile ...

View John Lund's work

I love this artwork, it is absolutely brilliant: it makes a caricature of women's obsession with their weight, in such a beautiful setting and with so much humor! And who better to feature than Knor, our ever delightful feline friend? John Lund has many artworks that in my book fall into the category "brilliant": art that is thought through well and makes us think outside the box ... truly inspiring!
5/15/2011

Eye for details ..

View Krista Raak's work.

Don't you just LOVE this artwork? Krista Raak has an incredible eye for details and composition. Her very unique style is a great inspiration ... at least I get the feel I need to add something new to my living room and maybe find a new piece of jewelry, another combination of ... :-)
How creative inspiration works! :-)
It's not just that, also the color composition is very refreshing, you will find it all over her galleries!
4/21/2011

Digital Fine Art as inspiration

View Sarel Theron's work

Some artists are like a contemporary Ruysdael: a master in creating atmosphere and breathtaking scenery. I am very impressed with Sarel Theron's gallery, as his work offers a very inspiring trip to the most gorgeous worlds. And notice the lighting! Magical!
His work is also making a strong statement that digital art has a real place in the world of art and it does not matter what tools you use to create your work. I just noticed that Sarel Theron also offers tutorials ... can't wait to check them out! :-)
4/3/2011

Chance as muse ...

View Roger Dullinger's artwork

Sometimes inspiration comes just from an unexpected angle ... One moment you may think life is dull or disappointing and then the next everything looks completely different! I found Roger Dullinger's work very versatile and skillful, but this work with the dice is so original and in every aspect outstanding!
It brings back hope, like life can throw the dice at any given moment anew and make you smile again! :-)
Also check out Roger's Imagekind gallery!
3/9/2011

Inspired by the world of animals ...

View Jude Harzer's work

Although animals are not the main topic in Jude Harzer's galleries, this piece struck me. Many people do not think very highly of sheep, yet, if you look into these sweet faces ... Have you noticed there is no judgement whatsoever in them, they totally and unconditionally accept you as you are? Isn't that a tremendous gift they are offering us? If you really feel into that ... ! Maybe time to just follow your heart ... not worrying about what others may think ...
I recommend a visit to Jude Harzer's gallery, as her art is very skillful and radiates a warm and healing feeling ...
2/20/2011

Inspired by the Ancient Roman Empire

View Jayne Morgan's work

I just love Jayne Morgan's style. She has an extensive collection of landscapes, flowers, animals, architecture and much more in watercolor ... all such a joy for the eye! :-)
All of her work has this magical quality to instantly transport you into places with a warm feeling quality, probably also because of her exquisite use of color ...
2/1/2011

Peace as inspiration ...

View Jim and Lynn Lemyre's work.

You start by looking at the gorgeous scenery and then you realize all of a sudden that something is quite different ... You have found the art of Jim and Lynn Lemyre! :-)
A magical world that seems to be that close to our everyday reality, yet taking us a step further ...
A truly skillful and magnificent accomplishment!
1/29/2011

The inspiration of a fairy tale ...

View Carmen Medlin's work

Carmen Medlin's work immediately got my full attention when I saw the wings on the cats ... The spiritual being of cat, like an elf ... Just beautiful and mesmerizing. What if we would open our eyes and see the real beauty of this universe ... Carmen opens up a tip of the veil and her work is not only very skillful but really precious ...
11/12/2010

Inspiration found in stillness ...

View Alan Clough's work.

In this hectic world it is like a breath of fresh air to find some calm and serenity. With Alan Clough's art there is no need to go anywhere ... you find the full experience just watching his incredible creations ...
He also has an outstanding gallery in work with animals, angels and more ... I hightly recommend you visit his gallery! :-)
10/18/2010

Freedom as inspiration

A highly talented artist without a website: James Shepherd

I usually do not introduce artists who do not have their own website, but James Shepherd makes a beautiful exception. His work is so passionate and beautiful ... I recommend you go check it out on Imagekind.
Especially his work with horses is impressive ... bringing out the inner beauty of the animal ... A must see!
10/15/2010

Space in scenery as inspiration

View Philippe Widling's work

Once in a while I come across photography that stands out from the crowd.
A special lighting, beautiful reflection, the angle from which the shots are taken ... leaving me just speechless ...
Philippe Widling has a great eye for what is truly beautiful and inspiring, giving everything he touches just that bit extra ... I highly recommend you explore his worlds!
9/23/2010

Inspired by Mathematics

View Nan Engen's work

I like how the world of mathematics has affected art and at the same time is closely intertwined with nature.
This has given us the beautiful world of fractals.
Yet it takes a lot of skill, insight and creativity to create the works as you can find in Nan Engen's gallery.
Beautiful subtle energies and a great flow and harmony create a feeling of inspiration and joy when looking at them ...
The playfulness brings out the child inside ... a great achievement indeed!
8/15/2010

Atmosphere is key

View Alena Lazareva's work

A visit to Alena Lazareva's gallery is an unforgettable experience. You are transported straight into a magical world which will transform your inner self or bring back some of that magic from childhood ... Fairy tales and dreams executed in the most superb way. Skill and magic makes a master!
7/26/2010

Dreamy art as inspiration

View Jacky Parker's work

Browsing through Jacky Parker's gallery is like visiting a dream world ...
Each and every image is an outstanding piece of art, evoking soft and warm feelings.
Excellent and skillful photography with eye for detail and soft blur for effects ... Well worth a visit! :-)
7/1/2010

Inspired by a warm summer feel ...

View Charles Harker's work

I instantly fell in love with Charles' beautiful sunny work. It gives me a feel of being on vacation! :-) Relaxing, enjoying the sun and a wonderful view, life is good!
With a great collection of paintings, all in mesmerizing colors, I'm sure you will enjoy a visit to the gallery of Charles Harker!
6/25/2010

Magic!

View Jasmine Becket-Griffith's work.

Everywhere you find knors, there is magic. And Jasmine is certainly adding a lot of magic to this world, with her entire beautiful collection. I just can't get enough of dwelling through these mysterious worlds and meeting all the fabulous beings there!
Visit Jasmine Becket-Griffith's gallery to explore more of her outstanding artwork!
6/21/2010

Inspired by Fantasy ...

View Bob Orsillo's work.

This image has all the ingredients to get your fantasy to run wild ...! A castle, a moon and water and mist ... A very provocative atmosphere.
In my view this work is evoking all sorts of mythical stories and fairy tale feelings, I can almost hear a witch flying by with a high pitched screaming voice (Knor at the back on the broom of course)! :-)
Which in my view makes this work a masterpiece!
This particular work is not the only style in artwork you can find in Bob Orsillo's gallery.
In fact Bob has many different points of interest, so I would like to invite you to go get a taste!
6/10/2010

Style as inspiration

View John Kraft's work.

I really like John Kraft's artwork, as he has a very outspoken style. The combination of stylized figures and primary colors is one you just can't beat. It's a style that speaks not only to children, but also the child inside each of us. The beautiful city of San Francisco is oftentimes the source of his very creative paintings. More in John Kraft online gallery.
5/30/2010

With a smile ... :-)

View Paul Koh (catmasutra)'s work.

Someone who really understands the way the smile of a knor radiates out on us humans, is Paul Koh. Just by looking at his inspired work, you can't help but feel happy. A lot of it has to do with the great sense of humor that cats have. Paul created an outstanding art collection around this theme ... almost like a 101 to make you smile ... :-) A sparkling and very creative series of artworks!
You'd better visit Paul Koh's website for more inspiration! :-)
5/12/2010

The magic of humor! :-)

View Ric Nagualero's work.

This is the first painting by Ric that I saw and it completely grabbed me!
And yes: I could not stop laughing either! Maybe also because this is called "Shit Happens" ... :-)
Laughter gets us in a different state of mind and makes us look at things anew. Humor however, is not the only tool to make us think outside the box that Ric Nagualero has to offer. He has an outstanding collection of surreal work, reminding me of one of the most inspiring artists of all, Salvador Dalí. Not only has Ric a great imagination, but the work is also performed very skillfully.
Go visit Ric Nagualero's gallery to see what I mean ...
4/22/2010

When art is truly healing ...

View Inge Johnsson's work.

Some art has that special quality to make you feel better ... just by looking at it. Like you have just been on a small vacation.
Inge Johnsson seems to go to places most of us can only dream of ... or is he? He for sure has that magical eye that sees everything in a new light and colors that seem brighter and more outspoken.
A photograph like this one would create miracles in any hospital ...
Visit Inge Johnsson's gallery to see what I mean ...
4/16/2010

Inspired by the Light ...

View Neezhom's work.

Even if you are not a photographer, you can't avoid being affected by light. One of the things it does is create hope. Hope for a day with a "golden lining", a day that brings a smile to our face ... This photograph with stunning lighting does exactly that. It invites us to look beyond the horizon of our own thoughts and be carried to places of light and joy ... This image also has a great magical feel to it with the haziness on the water ... easy to get lost in! :-) Neezhom has a breathtaking gallery with many stunning landscapes and his world is one you would not want to miss! Visit Neezhom's gallery and find out!
4/11/2010

Beyond the horizon ...

View Eszra Tanner's work.

The most striking characteristic of work that is truly inspiring is that it takes you out of your regular frame of mind. Esra does exactly that with her unusual landscape and ocean photography. You find a use of lighting that is absolutely extraordinary, which in itself already gives the landscape a beautiful glow. Then add to that a great eye for perspective and a dazzling use of color ... and find yourself mesmerized by Esra's photography! Visit Eszra Tanner's gallery and get inspired yourself! :-)
3/30/2010

Beauty in Everyday Life

View Paul Atkinson's work

As daily life can be an inspiration to an artist, art can also be an inspiration for daily life. It just requires a new look at life. One person who has mastered this art into perfection is Paul Atkinson. See how simple household items get transformed into sheer beauty ... All Paul's work is a reflection of an excellent eye for beauty as well as a feel for harmony and composition. You definitely need to take a look at Paul Atkinson's gallery and also look at his orchid photography ...
I promise you it's breathtaking! :-)
3/26/2010

Art that goes beyond your imagination ...

View Jerry LoFaro's artwork

Combine outstanding artistic skills with an imagination that goes beyond what you could ever imagine yourself and you must be looking at one of Jerry LoFaro's creations. And then I have not even mentioned the magic yet ...
Inspired art does not sit by itself: it has a profound effect on anyone viewing it, taking it in and allowing it to take them on a ride beyond their own world ...
Make sure you pay a visit to Jerry LoFaro's online gallery!
3/18/2010

Breathtaking photography and art

View Dean Wittle's art.

When I look at Dean Wittle's work I imagine myself in another world ... a world of magic and beauty.
Especially this particular watercolor is just outstanding, but the entire collection is absolutely worth a visit. Dean has a great eye for beauty and his cat pictures (yes of course the spirit of Knor again! :-)) make you smile ... :-)
The pictures also show that beauty is just around the corner, basically almost everywhere you look ...
Visit Dean Wittle's gallery now! :-)
3/9/2010

Inspired by different worlds ...

View Mike Cressy's work

Mike Cressy is one of the most talented artists I know. What is so inspiring about his work, is that it is dynamic, different and shows a great imagination and use of colors. He has a huge collection of work that is great for children and also his digital work for games is just outstanding. I guess you just need to take a look at his site: mikecressy.com ... :-)
2/16/2010

Striking photography

View James "Bo" Insogna's work

Lightning is always impressive. Some people who survived a struck of lightning have amazing stories to tell, like Dannion Brinkley, who had a near death experience. This also tells us how brave James is, as an avid lightning photographer! His photography is absolutely stunning. Watching these pictures it is like something inside is being "highlighted", making a connection to all that is ...
Not your average art photography!
I highly recommend a visit to James "Bo" Insogna's website!
1/23/2010

Haze as inspiration

View Mazz Art Gallery

Landscapes are always fascinating, there is so much to see ... Mazz Art takes it to the next level by creating mesmerizing landscapes with beautiful subtle nuances and great use of colors. Sometimes paintings are more beautiful than reality ... I chose one particular work here (from a vast collection of breathtaking work!) because of the magical atmosphere. The subtle hint of haze makes me feel like I can almost step into another world ... a great achievement from Mazz ...
Visit Mazz Art Gallery to see more of his enchanting work!
10/23/2009

Kool Knor Inspiration! :-)

View Don Roth's work

I always like to browse cat sites, because my muse Knor always makes me smile ... :-) Today I found a really breathtaking collection of paintings by Don Roth.
All his works are very professional and have great detail and imagination, I just can't keep my eyes of them and had a hard time choosing which one to feature here. If you are planning a holiday you can find your inspiration here: cats always know how to have fun! :-)
Please visit Don Roth's gallery!
7/17/2009

Inspired by a special place.

View Jerry Downs' work.

Sometimes a location has a special place in your heart. Many people just LOVE the Golden Gate bridge, but I have rarely seen exceptional pictures like this one by Jerry Downs. It has everything to make your heart sing: beautiful color composition, excellent lighting and of course that special magical touch: the moon!
No, you certainly don't need to be a lunatic to appreciate this! :-)
On Jerry Downs' beautiful website you can find a great variety in outstanding photography ... Enjoy and feel inspired ... :-)
7/7/2009

Great thoughts with a great view ...

View Mike Dawson's work

With everyone having a digital camera these days and sometimes taking remarkable shots, only the real great photographers are standing out. Mike Dawson is one of those.
His landscapes are just breathtaking!
Somebody told me once that with having such great views it is impossible to think small thoughts and I really like that one! Mike's photography is surely an inspiration for thinking outside the box!
Go visit Mike Dawson's gallery!

Snow as inspiration

View Pat Abbott's work.

The looks of snow can be very magical indeed. One of my favorite photographers is Pat Abbott, who took this fantastic shot of seagulls in the snow. As we usually see seagulls near the ocean, this is a very original work, with a stunning composition. Looking at this picture, I wish I could fly ... :-)
Here is Pat's Artwanted Gallery.
12/18/2008

A new look at the environment

View Jude Maceren's art.

Some landscapes are just enchanting, taking you into an entirely different world, yet being so familiar as to give you a comfortable feel. This beautiful landscape created by Jude Maceren is a true masterpiece, having everything to draw you in ... you can almost hear the ocean and smell the beautiful flowers ...
Dreaming about the good life ...
To see more of Jude's art visit her online gallery.
And don't forget to check out her Knor art ... breathtaking!!!
11/21/2008

Creative style

View Alma Lee's work.

Cats must be the most inspiring creatures on the planet ... :-) I guess that has to do with their curiosity and the way the always make us smile ... :-)
Alma Lee has done an outstanding job in reflecting the color and joy that our feline friends bring us. Her work has excellent quality and great imagination. A truly inspiring talent!
Visit Alma Lee's gallery at Imagekind!
10/31/2008

The Charm of Aging ... :-)

View David Roman's work.

David Roman created a new art gallery devoted to flowers ... all a joy for the eye!
What I find so particularly appealing about this picture is the stunning beauty of this withering flower ... A new look at ageing and inspiring to think how it can be just dazzling to age! :-) Great subtle details and colors, a wonderful shot!
8/13/2008

Sensuality as Inspiration

View Brigitte Hintner's work.

When art gives you the feeling that you are a sensual person, something profound has happened. It has given you a deeper connection with your second chakra, also the center of joy!
This work, called Tango by Brigitte Hintner, does exactly that. It evokes sensuality and creativity and the joy in life! :-) A very skillful and sexy artwork!
To see more work by Brigitte Hintner, visit her gallery at Imagekind.
8/2/2008

The muse at work again! :-)

View Carrie Hawk's work.

Sometimes I come across the most delightful and awesome art. This time I found a very talented artist who is inspired by my own favorite topic (yes, Knor again! :-))) Carrie Hawk created knors as fairies, as pirates (the naughty side! :-)and also as Bastet, the lovely goddess of knors, healing, dancing and joy ... Carrie added so much detail and has such a great use of colors ... in other words: VERY inspiring! :-)
Also check out Carrie's blog to see the latest work!
7/8/2008

Stressie ... a heartwarming knor ... :-)

View Lucia Stewart's work.

My muse Knor (read: spiritual cat :-))) and I are just so excited about the extensive Stressie Cat series created by Lucia Stewart! She has an endless imagination and Stressie has become such a delightful and attractive character!
What I find especially appealing in this particular one is that Lucia gave Stressie wings ... as in angel-knor ... This is work that always brings a smile ...
View more of Lucia Stewart's work in her gallery at Artwanted.
7/2/2008

Inspiring Colors

View Robin Mead's work.

Just looking at Robin Mead's work makes me feel happy! :-) Colors can have a very uplifting effect on our mood, and Robin is an expert in the use of color. But also her designs are extraordinary in that they evoke a very warm feeling: vibrant and swinging, like a wonderful holiday ... :-)
This particular work is also nice in that it somehow has a stained glass effect, which makes it very special.
You can see her work at Artwanted.

Inspiration from childhood memories

View Charlotte Rossmann's work.

Art for and through children is usually very colorful and this outstanding artwork by Charlotte Rossmann is no exception. It brings out a joyful feeling and reminds us of the things we used to like as a child. Usually the things we like as a child are very important indicators of where our talents are and also form a basis for what we truly enjoy later in life ... I encourage you to check out all of Charlotte's work since it is very profound and at the same time a source of great inspiration and joy.
4/13/2008

Knors - endless source of inspiration! :-)

View Susan Herbert's work.

Many artists have a cat as their muse and to me it seems to be because they always bring a smile, uplift our mood and are endlessly curious ... :-)
I found this work by Susan Herbert very skillful and creative and of course ... inspiring! :-)
See more at www.chrisbeetles.com
3/28/2008

The effects of a beautiful view ...

Visit Christopher Holmes' gallery

Someone once said to me about San Francisco: with great views like this, it is impossible to have small thoughts ... And I think there is so much truth in that. A beautiful view expands the mind and lifts the mood. I really like the photography of Christopher Holmes because the topic is great, the perspective awesome and his pictures just have this fantastic mood ... very inspiring! :-)
Visit his Imagekind gallery to see more!
3/8/2008

Art can change your home!

View Buddy Sears' work.

I really love Buddy Sears' art. He has a way of creating ordinary things so that they appear to be in some sort of surreal dimension. Very fascinating and also impressive in how these artworks can influence your everyday reality. It is like his works lift you above your daily life and enable you to see a higher vibration in it ...
And then I haven't even started yet about the colors and composition ...
Please check it out for yourself at Redbubble.
2/21/2008

Knor at her best! :-)

View Nelly van Nieuwenhuijzen's work.

Knor is of course inspiring millions of people and the result can be stunning, like this work by Nelly van Nieuwenhuijzen with a knor in watercolor. I like the wisdom here in Knor's expression and also the recurring blues are very compelling.
Visit Nelly's gallery at Artwanted to see more of her work.
1/29/2008

Watercolor Art

View Marcel Reynaert's work.

Watercolor is a technique that I do not master and I would like to introduce to you the work of artist Marcel Reynaert who excels in watercolors.
What I particularly like about his work is the excellent use of colors and contrasts as well as great compositions and moods.
It makes me happy to look at it! :-)
Check it out at Artwanted
1/24/2008

Thank You!

View Will Borden's work.

Will Borden is an avid photographer and has an extensive collection of photographs on Imagekind.
I chose this macro of a flower out of many beautiful pictures because it shows so clearly how important it is to see all the beauty around us. If you do not see the simple flowers on your path, how can you be ready for the abundance that life has to offer ... ?
You can find Will Borden's work here ... maybe a nice gift for Valentine's Day?
1/13/2008