Sweet Angels of ……

I was going to say “Mercy” but then thought…. These sweet Angels can be anything you want them to be!!! They are a labour of Love and Patience and I have enjoyed giving them as gifts for friends and family. These girls all have wonderful handmade imperfections and I wouldn’t want it any other way.Continue reading “Sweet Angels of ……”

The Great in All Things

I wish I was one of those Artists who can simply respond to their Muse/Calling/Mojo when it strikes. Trying to negotiate a family during school holidays, all the while acknowledging but not responding to that call, is mighty difficult and a tiny bit cruel. I tried to satisfy myself with practicing my drawing skills, dippingContinue reading “The Great in All Things”

Mother’s Day Moments

I’ve made some lovely Mother’s Day cards and a couple of mini canvas panels in honour of Mother’s Day (or any day really) that are now available in my Etsy shop HERE But the journey to my very FIRST Mother’s Day series was the result of a long and challenging journey that I hope you’ll readContinue reading “Mother’s Day Moments”

Free Technique Vid for Youuu

Happy New Week! This month I set myself a target to share one new technique with you. I am now happy….nay, THRILLED, to offer for your viewing — “PURPOSE”. {Which, coincidentally is my ONE LITTLE WORD for 2013} Here is the direct link to Vimeo http://vimeo.com/giovannascott/purpose As with all “The GiSt of It” videos, youContinue reading “Free Technique Vid for Youuu”

Work it…and re-work it…Baby!

I’ve had times when the art I create looks, well, just “okay”. Whether it’s the balance of colour, composition or simply doesn’t make me smile. Today I’m going to show you two canvases that I’ve re-worked that you can now find in my Made It Shop. Here are the offending artworks. They have been buggingContinue reading “Work it…and re-work it…Baby!”

Featured Artist – Etzcetera Magazine

You know those moments when you are doubting your path, ability and presence in the world (and the world feels TINY and SUFFOCATING)? Then something happens….well, a series of little things happen…..that completely changes you. You walk taller. You sing louder. You love more deeply. You act more courageously. The world begins to make senseContinue reading “Featured Artist – Etzcetera Magazine”