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WONDERFUL JUNE

Absolutely nothing brings more joy to an artist than when a collector falls in love with their work. This happened to Janice, and she could not get this painting out of her mind. When hubby Mitch approved the purchase, it was great fun watching the two of them...

MAY IS MY BIRTHDAY MONTH

There was just time to catch this year's Pasadena Showcase House of Design before it closed on the 18th, my birthday. I dearly miss Charles Norman who was a fine collector of my work since I was an exhibitor at Art Expo in the 80's! What fun seeing fantastically...

WONDERFUL MAY

It is always a great joy to witness the Music Center's annual "Very Special Arts Festival," and no more so than at this, the 46th! Bravo Awesome Peggy Collins for your massive support! The children's art that was posted along the way was delightful! Seeing all the...

APRIL WAS AMAZING

Continuing in April, there was a wonderful Salon on the Spiritually Creative Life in its 29th year, hosted by Lovely Carol Soucek King, with April's topic being "Faith." The main presenter was Ruth Broyde Sharon, an Interfaith leader/inspirational speaker/creator of...

THE JOYS OF APRIL

What better way to begin the month than dinner with lovely Jean T. at our favorite place, Prosecco Trattoria in Toluca Lake! One of the reasons we love it is because it's the kind of place where everyone knows your name and your favorites. That's thanks to amazing...

THE LOVELIEST DAY EVER!

Wondrous Carol Soucek King created an absolutely magical day to have a book signing event for my latest inspirational book "Inspired Thoughts on Love" in her exquisite garden. From the moment I drove in there were six valets who actually were waiting for me and made a...

AND SO WENT MARCH!

Dr. Cleo started the month with a visit to the studio! Checking in for the Cosi Fan Tutte dress rehersal. A lovely dinner for the Bella Voce Society followed. Two favorites....Steve Benson, President of the Music Center Foundation and dear Diane! Saw Old Friends just...

BE MY VALENTINE

Wishing you all the love your heart can hold on Valentine's and each and every day. I was so delighted to have my latest book, "Inspired Thoughts on Love," launch on Valentine's Day! Perfect!! Awwwww.... Wishing you flowers! Dear Carol came by to pick up her book...

FINDING JOY IN FEBRUARY

What better way to begin February than at the Lunar New Year Festival at the Huntington! Thank you sweet Ally for making sure we had a cart and special VIP treatment! Awesome Nino Wong, Head of the Docents in the Chinese Garden greets Lovely Carol Soucek King. This...

FINDING JOY IN THE MIDST OF DESPAIR….

It isn't easy, but it is possible if we are determined to do it. 2025 started out with the joy of the annual Rose Bowl Parade in Pasadena. The following day Dr. Wai-Yee Li visited the studio with delightful daughter Sophie to select artwork for her new offices in...
THE GIFT OF A NEW YEAR

THE GIFT OF A NEW YEAR

began with Lovely Miriam Birch visiting the studio. Miriam is an Emmy award-winning documentarian for National Geographic and in fact she broke the glass ceiling for women writers and producers on TV. Her program 'Save the Panda' is the most watched show ever on...

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A PERFECT NEW YEAR’S EVE…

A PERFECT NEW YEAR’S EVE…

...began with Veronica decorating the house in places I didn't even know could be decorated. No corner was safe! The Ferrero Rocher is from dear Tania! This was at the front door for everyone to get their hat, noise maker and bling! Then a New Year's Greeting! You saw...

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THE BEST CHRISTMAS EVER…

THE BEST CHRISTMAS EVER…

But wait...I always say that! It just seems celebrating gets better and better as I understand that living joyfully requires full cooperation regardless of circumstances. Besides, I think I'm putting in more of an effort...sort of getting with the program. It's always...

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DECEMBER’S JOY

DECEMBER’S JOY

Beginning with Clyde's Insider Night pre-performance reception at Kendall's Brasserie. Here's Sweet Nicole, my CTG person... It was sort of a deli night nodding to the subject matter of Clyde's. Set Designer Akashi Kate was in conversation with Assoc. Artistic...

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ABSOLUTELY THE BEST THANKSGIVING EVER!

ABSOLUTELY THE BEST THANKSGIVING EVER!

First Mr. Turkey greeted everyone with a request to sign one of his feathers with a Thanksgiving statement! Wondrous Carol Soucek King... Precious Maryam... Adorable Sam and Maddie... Special thanks Precious Izabela and Wayne for the beautiful floral arrangement!...

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MARCHING TOWARDS THANKSGIVING…

MARCHING TOWARDS THANKSGIVING…

Bravo Adrian Spence, Founder and Artistic Director of Camerata Pacifica for the brilliant November concert at the Huntington Botanical Gardens. As always, brilliant pianist Soyeon Kate Lee was flawless! Principal Percussionist Ji Hey Jung is truly a force of nature...

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WALK WITH ME…

WALK WITH ME…

...in the Garden of Our Friendship,' my third inspirational book published by Benjamin Darling at Laughing Elephant Books had its Zoom launch on November 1st! Dear Carol Soucek King had suggested that I include the meditations that I present for her fine Salon on the...

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A WONDERFUL BEGINNING TO OCTOBER…

A WONDERFUL BEGINNING TO OCTOBER…

I was pretty much in shock over the realization that summer is officially over. Fortunately Center Theatre Group had a delightful brunch on the first of October to soften the blow. Check in please... It's always fun to see Peggy Collins. I told her I want to live in...

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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!

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