Illuminating Women Exhibition

By laura / August 13, 2019 / Comments Off on Illuminating Women Exhibition

Illuminating Women exhibition coming soon to Thelma We’re working diligently on our upcoming exhibition, Illuminating Women.  This exhibition will shine a light on inspiring women in our community. It’s been over a year in the making.  Therefore, we’re excited about the progress we’ve made thus far.  Seeing Illuminating Women come into fruition is a dream come true.  For this reason,…

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Screen Time Maxed Out

By laura / May 1, 2019 / Comments Off on Screen Time Maxed Out

Go ahead and judge me for allowing my child to watch more than the recommended screen time. Trying to rid the head lice on a strong-willed four-year-old isn’t easy.  As a result, I allow her to watch shows on my iPad.  Let’s face it, sitting still for hours as I wash, rinse, rewash, rinse and…

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Side Hustle Makes Me Anxious

By laura / April 22, 2019 / Comments Off on Side Hustle Makes Me Anxious

“Side Hustle” a phrase I keep hearing time and time again.  Honestly, I don’t like it, it makes me anxious. I can’t stand the thought of hustling anymore.  I’m doing the best I can.  Don’t I have enough on my plate already?  Enough is enough, no more hustling. Instead, I keep reminding myself that I’m in…

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Rebranding Studio L Leads To Purpose

By laura / April 3, 2019 / Comments Off on Rebranding Studio L Leads To Purpose

Thank you for your patience as I begin the process of rebranding Studio L. I can’t believe it’s been six months since my last blog post.  Where does the time go? Time off from blogging gave me insight into the direction I want go.  I don’t have all the answers, but I continue to move…

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100 Day Project Complete

By laura / October 6, 2018 / Comments Off on 100 Day Project Complete

I DID IT! The 100 Day Project | 100 Blog Posts In 100 Days Just like I mentioned at the end of each post, there was times of triumph and times of struggle.  I showed up through it all, each and every day.  It wasn’t easy.  But once I set my mind to something, I follow…

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Optimism Produces Positive Results

By laura / October 5, 2018 / Comments Off on Optimism Produces Positive Results

It’s all in the perspective, optimism is key. Almost always, my glass is half full.  It’s nearly impossible to be happy and positive ALL the time, but I try my best.  During this trying season of life, I turn to gratitude to get me through my days.  I’m grateful for the chaos that is life.…

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Art Definition Becomes Abstract

By laura / October 4, 2018 /

This is the definition of art, according to the dictionary: the expression or application of human creative skill and imagination, typically in a visual form such as painting or sculpture, producing works to be appreciated primarily for their beauty or emotional power works produced by human creative skill and imagination creative activity resulting in the production…

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Children Change Perspective

By laura / October 3, 2018 / Comments Off on Children Change Perspective

Children change perspective, whether it’s planned or not. Looking back just eight years ago, I couldn’t imagine myself as a mother. Life changes when you least expect it and children change perspective.  Children provide more wisdom, spirit and creativity than I thought possible.  I strive to remain present for them.  More of this story coming…

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Monterey Bay Aquarium California

By laura / September 22, 2018 / Comments Off on Monterey Bay Aquarium California

I fell in love with California as I traveled north on the Pacific Coast Highway. The Monterey Bay Aquarium is an inspiring place to create art.  More of this story to come soon… I invite you along on this journey of 100 Blog Posts in 100 Days There will be times of triumph and times…

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Live Music Brings Community Together

By laura / September 14, 2018 / Comments Off on Live Music Brings Community Together

Hey, Hey, They’re The Monkees! Nope, they’re the S-Capades, a band of five brothers, one cousin and a brother-in-law. The S-Capades play live music from Tommy James and the Shondells to Buddy Holly.  In 1965, the band of teenagers began playing their first gigs.  As their following increased, the elbow room decreased.  The band played their…

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