I let my imagination run wild and creativity take hold. As a young girl in school I would often drift off to another world, dreaming of imaginary people and places while tuning out the lessons of the day (briefly). Recently I have been fixated on change, imagining something different for myself. So I decided to take a leap, to follow a new path and forge through the unknown. Ready for new adventures.
Go ahead and imagine your own possibilities!
Marker on paper
Sometimes we need a reminder, not to worry about what other people think or how they conduct themselves. Continue to do your own thing, YOU have potential!
Mixed media art: watercolor, pen, metallic marker, cut paper on wood.
The alarm clock sounded, to my dread, it was Monday. My morning began the same way, it was familiar. The day felt like it was scripted from the movie Groundhog Day with Bill Murray. I questioned my routine. Just before I bolted out the door to work, I received a text message from a good friend, it was a link to an article titled, 5 Ways to have a Ridiculously Amazing Life. The article was exactly what I needed to read, and confirmed what I was feeling.
Though my day didn’t change much from any other work day, I came to the conclusion that I have been treading too lightly through my days. Should shake up old routines, stomp through obstacles and squash complacency. I came out of hibernation today not to predict the weather (although I sense an early spring) but to predict an amazing life daily!
** If you feel stuck, or complacent in your days, the above mentioned article might be a good place to start.
It felt like I was adrift at sea too long, encountered many storms along the way, but the journey has been a thrill. The weather has changed, now my course is set, I will hang on for a bit longer and enjoy the view.
My illustrated life set up- Background: acrylic on canvas. Small sailboat and my mini me: watercolor, pen on paper
Recently discovered a watercolor painting I created in my teens. The old photograph I referenced to paint this portrait is still in my possession. The photo is my favorite because we looked like we were happy, and having good old fashion fun. Luckily my sister doesn’t read my blog or she might object to showcasing this painting. Anyway, I love how we looked and probably how we felt at this age ( 4 & 7?), we were goofy kids without a care in the world. Those days were magical, by that I mean, we lived without limitations, lived fully, lived without body issues, lived for play and loved fully (and fought fully). Some days felt like time would stand still. Looking back helped me to realize what I need in the present day. My time should be spent living fully in the moment, do what I love daily, always keep a sense of wonder, love deeply and maybe dance silly wearing a swim float occasionally just to keep things real! Oh the memories!
Dedicated to my lovely, talented bossy little sister, who will always be my best friend. The original singing and dancing Libra’s!
– Watercolor on paper.
Sometimes we need a little push to realize we already have our wings, its ok to fly
You are ready….
Drawing: watercolor & marker on paper
Because my love for creating is strong
I will doodle on everything
I will always be late
I will always be caught in a daydream
I will lack sleep
I will always wear handmade jewelry
I will set my sights for inspiration everyday
I will sail across the page in all kinds of adventure
I will always be a storyteller……. to be continued
50/100 of the 100 artworks challenge
Mixed media: watercolor, cut paper, marker, 3D paint, matte medium on wood
The masks we choose to hide behind become even bigger burdens to carry…. Know that you are enough.
watercolor, marker on paper
Crazy days, we work hard to keep balance only to feel like a juggling fool…..
Stop clowning around and go with the flow!
From my sketchbook: pencil, marker on paper
#jensimaginings
jennifer barrile 