BRUSH PAINTING CLASS at the HUNTINGTON BOTANICAL GARDENS 19 September 2012…..
The intrigue of Chinese Landscape paintings… So it starts like this… About the misty mountains… Cute Harvest Moon pig from Pam & Wilbur… The pig is a moon cake in honor of the Harvest Moon Festival October 10th… Now let’s see the Japanese Garden after a year’s...
MY WONDERFUL STUDENTS……
…..class at the Huntington….a world of Bamboo Talented Kathy brought daughter Kaley to the studio class. Kaley is a master baker of yummy cookies! Thanks Kaley!!! I so love Lauren’s dad Bill who travels here from time to time to visit us. Laurie always...
KRISTEN STEWART CAME TO PLAY at 1111 Via Alta…..
….way before she was Bella Swan in the Twilight Saga. Who knew! She was just a teenager, starring in ‘Catch that Kid’. The title was changed from the original ‘Catch that Girl’. Here’s part of the script….. This is funny. ‘50’. 1111 is...
ROSELLA, MY BEAUTIFUL MOM, and her 100TH BIRTHDAY BASH…..
……..first we did a collage, collecting photos from baby time on, trying to get delightful moments in mom’s amazing life….can you find yourself? Of course you need a theme and what better for mom, the chief fashionista, than fashion. Sara Jessica Parker never...
ROSELLA, MY BEAUTIFUL MOM, and her 100TH BIRTHDAY BASH…..
……..first we did a collage, collecting photos from baby time on, trying to get delightful moments in mom’s amazing life….can you find yourself? Of course you need a theme and what better for mom, the chief fashionista, than fashion. Sara Jessica Parker never...
LEVITATED MASS at LACMA……
…….was a ‘got to see’ when it was installed. Gosh that was weeks ago & I thought I had posted these pictures. Guess I didn’t as here they are in my ‘open drafts’. I think the most interesting/important aspect of this ‘art’ installation is the people...
The AMERICANA in Glendale…..
……is always a good place to go for a movie and good eats! Also, the ‘APPLE’ store there is wonderful and I love the genius bar!!! Mimi & I saw ‘Hope Springs’ and I was surprised at how charming it was. Worthy of a large popcorn! Good eats always at...
DIANA JEONG, Kung fu Karate and Brush Painting……..
What a combo…. I’m in awe of this young woman’s talents…besides the Karate and Brush painting, Diana crafts the most charming, creative jewelry. (I’ve already given three of her necklaces to delighted recipients!) So, when Diana told me she’d be exhibiting some...
KITA’S PEEP’S # 4
Samuel, I’m still unemployed and think I could really be an asset in your car detailing business. I get them dirty, you clean them up. How does that sound? I hear a noise….perhaps a visitor? Lynne’s working with my ‘stay’. Lot’s of luck Lynne! You...
LAKESIDE GOLF CLUB…..
….was party central for the “Kiwanis Club of Burbank’s 15th Annual Gala honoring Dr. Kenneth and Mrs.. Rose Nielsen”…August 18, 2012 I just love this club…there really is a lake!!! And here’s the lovely couple….so cute! These kids were adorable and who can...
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!
