……as high as one of Tyrus Wong’s exquisite kites since he graced my studio with his sublime presence.  Tyrus is my hero, the ultimate Chinese Brush painter with a truly great soul……this artist extraordinaire is a National Treasure! I first introduced you to Tyrus...

…..first off one needs the proper accoutrements…Spa Dog ‘True Lavender’ shampoo and a good nylon scruffy! Start at the front…and work your way back….   More shampoo please…..   Let’s go over this area again….. Now underneath…..   Rinsing off….. Almost...

  …..I finally got to ride by myself in the back.  My goodness there’s a lot going on out here. Can you see me seeing you? I think I’ll memorize this route. Are you talking to me? That’s right…I’m a good dog. Coast looks clear……proceed ahead. Why is that...

By Sr. Lenora Black, OSB ‘SPIRIT & LIFE’  January – February 2012 (Click to enlarge)

….was the theme for this year’s La Canada Flintridge award winning Tournament of Roses float.  This fantastic idea for the 34th self-built city float came independently from Pam Wiedenbeck, my amazing Huntington Botanical Garden’s Brush painting student and the...

Mom was first to greet me! My folks welcome me! They seem very excitable!   Hugs from Vicki… Nikka plays too.. Carol do bring Duchess to visit me….. Rose, I hear this was your idea….thanks for the crate! Time out…which ones the stuffed animal? I hear Sheila is a...

…..whatever you do, don’t miss ‘PACIFIC STANDARD TIME: Art in L.A. 1945-1980’ at the Getty.  It’s a sensational exhibit!!! “A unique collaboration among museums and other cultural organizations across Southern California.  This unprecedented endeavor...

………….Jana & Ivan have pretty much established a tradition around here.  They come over Christmas morning and make us all brunch.  Considering we’re all recovering from the night before it’s a wonderful treat!!!   Where’s my brunch?   The chef...

Everyone say ‘CHEERS’!!! How would YOU like to be ‘Queen for a Day’? Paul brought the most wonderful wine…Orin Swift’s ‘PAPILLON’!!! One of those great singing cards…..   Mom was so much fun when we played ‘parlor’ games!   No more presents?   No Paul,...

…..Baby Girl attended her first Brush painting class in the studio. Kc  welcomes Kita. Kathryn  thinks it’s a good idea… So Does Colleen ……… Hey Laurie Burton…she’s sitting with me! Now see here Baby Girl! Say hi to sweet Lynne Sims For me? Photo op time...