All photos by Anna Mayer Photo One of the scariest and most embarrassing things ever is calling myself an “artist.” When children are little, most parents don’t dream of their children becoming artists. Most parents would prefer their child become a doctor, lawyer, engineer or some other job that is stable and always in demand. My parents always encouraged the …
Paris, a Brief Recap
Photo by Elizaveta Photography I had never been to Paris, which is why it was essential that we spent two weeks there in order to see everything I needed to see. Here is a brief recap of the places Joel and I went. All my photos were taken on iPhone (boo, I know). The main struggle was trying to capture …
Vendor List
Photo by Laura Metzler, Event coordination and design by Ida Rose Events, Flowers by Sweet Root Village Have you ever worked with someone and thought, “Man! they get it!! They’re amazing. I’d do anything to work with them again!” I have had the distinct pleasure of working with so many people like this in the creative industry that I’d like …
How do you know when it’s time to start coaching?
One of my absolute favorite things is connecting with other creatives, encouraging each other, helping each other learn. The most powerful and meaningful for part of being an artist is bringing beauty and light into people’s lives. I think that is the most important part of creating. That should always be the main focus. When the goal changes from serving …
Three Roses Mini Series
The three burnt roses mini-series was inspired after doing garden work. My husband and I bought a little house in December. It really wasn’t till the spring that we realize how much needed to be done on our little half acre of land. We have over 26 trees on this half acre most of which are dead, or are in …
Coming to Marriott Hotels
That’s right! Some of my paintings are going to be in Marriott hotels! No I’m not doing anything exciting like creating a batch of custom pieces for them, but I am leasing them the rights to a few of my prints. I’m hoping to have photos to show y’all within the next few months but the pieces are still in …
Under $50 Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Mother’s Day is May 14, just one month away! Who knows your own mother better than you do! In the past I always got my mom flowers or jewelry. But over the past few years I’ve been thinking more creatively. I normally spend about $150 on mothers day between flower delivery and a card. Bonus bucks for brunch! All in …
Hello 2017!
Hi friends! I know my look back might be a few weeks late as we are already almost to the end of January, but this is the first week that I’ve felt back in the groove of things. Here’s a quick recap of what went on in 2016 and what I’m looking forward to in 2017! I made more commissions …
First CEO Workshop
I never wanted to do a workshop because I was afraid I wouldn’t be able to fill it. You blew me away with filling out my small workshop in less than 24 hours and I received a ton of emails from those of you who didn’t get a seat asking to be added to the next workshop’s early bird list. You guys blew me away and reminded me of why I love what I do. Thank you!
On Client Interactions
I love painting because it’s a form a meditation, of God glorification, and peaceful perfection. As much as I love the act of painting and creating colors and feeling textures the most fulfilling part of my job is client interactions. Here is a recent client interaction that made my heart warm and I thought you might enjoy it too. I …