WEDDING JOY IN TEMECULA
What a joy to be part of the celebrating in Temecula for Erin and Justin's wedding. Clara and I drove down for the weekend and were delighted to play the night before at the great wedding rehearsal. Hi dear Kathy, mother of the bride! Is this the cutest...
KICKOFF CELEBRATION FOR THE HUNTINGTON’S CENTENIAL CELEBRATION AND OF COURSE, MORE CAKE
One of the highlights of September was the grand kickoff for The Huntington Centennial Celebration. Amy and I were greeted by Karen R. Lawrence, President of The Huntington Library, Art Museum and Garden. I guess orange is the new 'red' carpet! đ Adorable Cris...
DOMESTICITY AND OTHER THINGS
A trip to Julienne's is #1 on the list when planning a dinner party. It's fun planning the menu, setting the table, checking lists to make sure everything is done as planned. Appetizers on the patio... But the most fun of all is knowing your guests had a good time!...
WHERE DID JULY GO?
Honestly, I don't know where the month went to especially since I had determined to enjoy the summer. It started off wonderfully with a bang up 4th of July party at Marine and Aram's my friends who wrote the book on partying! I took mostly video's so you just...
LET’S TALK ABOUT ART
...and how absolutely wonderful it is to just play. To not be concerned about outcome but just delight in the process, enjoying the adventure. Of course, if we can remember the brain needs to build a large file, muscle memory, then we can be patient....
A WEDDING AND BIRTHDAYS AND JOY OH MY
Is anything more joyful than seeing two people who are so perfect for each other, knowing the miracle of their meeting, their journey and life together? Eliza and Tyler bring so much joy to everyone around them that it's no wonder they have more friends than can be...
BRUSH PAINTING IN CAMBRIA
It was wonderful to hear from Professor John Seed who remembered me from a class of his at Art Center years ago. John asked if I'd be interested in doing a demonstration and workshop in Cambria. How could I say no! I demonstrated Brush painting for four...
CELEBRATING MY BIRTHDAY AT THE VIRGINIA Robinson Gardens ANNUAL EVENT
Was so much fun! I was asked to demonstrate my Brush painting and I couldn't think of a finer way to spend the day. So many flowers everywhere.... Amy and I shared the 'China' room which had also been the office for Ivo, Mrs. Robinson's Majordomo. Here is one of Amy's...
THE VIRGINIA ROBINSON GARDENS TOUR AND SHOWCASE ESTATE
'OH! NATURALE' is this coming Saturday, May 18th! It's not too late to get your tickets at robinsongardens.org for this amazing event held yearly in Beverly Hills. The most creative and talented designers, florists and brands along with the historical...
PLĂCIDO DOMINGO STARS IN EL GATO MONTĂS:THE WILDCAT
What a thrill to witness the incomparable PlĂĄcido Domingo star in an opera so dear to his heart. Growing up behind the scenes of his parents zarzuela company, Domingo knew first hand this exciting Spanish form of musical theater. Composer Manuel Penella when...
WELCOME…
to my personal blog where I’ll be sharing adventures and how I determine each day to live joyfully as an Artist, Teacher, and Author. My latest book “What If… We Have the Power to Change Our Lives” an inspirational book that hopefully will empower you to live your best life! You can find me and my work at nanraestudio.com My hope is that this blog will inspire you to find joy everywhere and in everything and that is what I wish for you!