Dear friend:
I write to you today in hopes this finds you well. I want to apologize for not writing sooner. I do not have a good excuse other than I have been living.
Please do not think I have not thought of you, as you are often on my mind. I have been feeling a little frustrated because I cannot seem to find the time to write you and my eagerness to communicate and bring you inspiration drives me to feel overwhelmed. Do you know that feeling? It is not to say that I have not been creating because I have. As you know, creating is just part of me.
So today my dear friend, I want to share with you another peek into my sketchbook. But before I do, I must tell you that exposing my art takes me some courage as there is a vulnerability about it that scares me. Not because you will judge me as you have always shown me nothing but kindness. But the fear arises from my own insecurities.
I do not claim to be the greatest artist or even know all of the ‘rules’ that a well schooled artist might know. I did not go to art school and I could not tell you the difference between Renaissance and Baroque. But what I do know is that when I’m holding a brush I find peace. I have learned that I must nurture this thing called ‘talent’ and that includes feeling the vulnerability that exposing my art brings me.
And believing that I might somehow inspire you to let go of your own fears makes it all worth it. So thank you friend. Thank you for always being here to support me.
much love,
Lucy
Beautiful bird painting, and lovely words 🙂 x
My dear girl, your paintings are amazing. Lovely lines, beautiful blending and so sweet! You should share your work more often. If you want to join with a group of artists who are the most amazingly supportive group in the world, link to the Paint Party Friday group. I promise you they will encourage you to share more: http://paintpartyfriday.blogspot.com
xox
I can relate to the part in your letter about feeling peaceful when putting paint to paper. It’s a wonderful feeling to let out your creativity and enjoy what it brings back to you!
your posts- pictures and words are such an inspiration to me! Thank you!
laura
Glad you shared this little piece of your heart and art. It is beautiful.
your sketchbook is beautiful.
We all feel some vulnerability with our creations but your work is beautiful and so lovingly done. Blessings Sandra
A beautiful sketchbook… you are so talented.
OH MY! You are GOOD- Seriously good…but then I knew you would be. I LOVE your little sketchbook. xo Diana
Beautiful–that’s all, just beautiful!
Simply enchanting and delightful, Lucy. I love seeing your heart and artistry in your art journal! I never tire of seeing such loveliness!!
Thank you for being vulnerable, and giving us another peek!! JOY!!
Have a wonderful weekend!
Becky
It is difficult sometimes to put your heart on paper. Difficult to write what you want to express with words. I think today, you let your art speak for you.
Thank you for sharing your heart.
blessings,
karianne
Love the colors! thanks for sharing
I think your art work is stunning.
You don’t need formal training when you have been gifted with talent from The Great Creator.
Keep on sharing please.
Your watercolor paintings are simply breathtaking! My mother used to watercolor and I would watch her for hours blending the colors, and it was not so easy.
I see a fabric line in the future with your name on it.
Thanks for sharing your precious work.
Happy Mother’s Day too.
Nettie
Your artwork is just beautiful, Lucy. As someone whose fingers and brain are not attached when it comes to drawing, I so appreciate the wonderful gift you have. Thanks so much for sharing more of your sketchbook.
Hugs,
Laura
Words, paintings-beautiful. What a gift you have. Have you painted a wren? If so, I would love to see it.
Oh my goodness! Your work is beautiful, amazing and inspiring! I can’t draw or paint worth a dime and always covet that talent. If you ever decide to sell any of work I have no doubt there will be a line of folks out the door. Truly beautiful. Thank you for sharing.
These are just gorgeous – images, words, all of it!
These watercolours are simply beautiful. Thank you for sharing!
Absolutely beautiful!
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Oh my, oh my, oh my….I would frame any of those and hang them on my wall. Absolutely beautiful. I couldn’t come up with anything that beautiful if you gave me a million bucks! You have raw talent and you must embrace your gift. Honestly, you have amazing vision and come up with such beautiful ceations.
As always…your art is beautiful.
Your watercolors are so beautiful! I think your sketch book should be published, I would buy it in a second. Thank you for sharing!
You have a rare gift indeed Lucy. Your sketchbook pictures are absolutely lovely. Don’t know why you aren’t selling your artwork!
Lucy,
I have had an opportunity to visit many art galleries and I can honestly say I far prefer your ART and would much rather have it in my home than many Famous pieces that are available.
Just happened upon your blog and I am so hooked to your creativity and your heart and love of family! You have inspired me to try my hand at some painting! God Bless you! Ana
I loved your letter. Since I’ve never visited before I feel like a bit of an eavesdropper, but I totally get what you say about vulnerability. And I can also say, as one who struggles too with insecurities, that I am SOOO grateful when someone shares courageously despite their fears (leaning into their vulnerability, I’ve heard it called). Thank you so much for sharing…your sketchbook is BEAUTIFUL, and I loved that you were real in your post. Lynaea @ EverydayBloom.com