Finally getting my Xmas painting posted.  All  I need to do now is  run off photos. Then cutting and pasting begins.   I give these cards out for gifts to family, friends etc.  Often the people receiving them frame them as keepsakes.  I thought that was such a neat idea and one I had not thought of when I started giving them a number of years ago.  I really enjoy giving them out and feel it’s my small way of sharing with everyone.  Adding a little sparkle to their day makes me happy!

I am now scheming again and am thinking about painting a  minimalist series of small paintings.  Some thoughts were orange wedges, garlic etc. one or two items, but adding drama with color, texture and lighting.  Hmmm we ‘ll see.  Hope to start one soon.

I want to take a moment though to wish everyone a Very Happy Holiday Season! Special thanks for visiting my site and following my blog! I always love receiving your comments. Thanks!

Merry Christmas!

The following is my reflection for inside my Xmas cards from the painting above:

Simplicity

For years many beliefs have surrounded the holly plant. Some believed it to be a symbol of peace and harmony.

While others believed it possessed a mystical quality. It has adorned many a household with its fresh glossy leaves and vibrant red berries.

Whatever the belief, its simplicity speaks of Christmas’ true meaning. It speaks of the real magic of Christmas when one attains a heightened awareness of humanity; an awareness of our ability to lift another’s spirit. The true meaning of Christmas lies within the human spirit. May this heightened sense touch one and all and sustain us throughout the coming year.

Debbie Lamey-MacDonald

Christmas 2008

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It’s been awhile since my last post! This is such a busy time of year!! I recently finished a new studio painting–just a small one, but fun to do.  It measures 9in.x 7in.  I set the still life up in my studio and then painted from life.  I loved, loved painting the design on the pottery vase! Really fun to paint! I used an old  varnished water bed board to set my still life on.  It made for a nice shiny surface so that I could paint great reflections from my set up.  I have to come up with a title for this one yet though. I have posted my set up and the completed painting.

Now that this still life is complete I dismantled it and now have a new set up for my Xmas painting.  I will make cards off it when it is complete.  Paint has to really get flying as my days are getting numbered! I will post my set up and Xmas painting when complete.