I've always been a creative type. Ever since I can remember, I've enjoyed home decor, craft projects and my favorite way to spend a weekend often included my hobby of the moment. I started with cross-stitching when I was a teen and then about a dozen or so year ago I really got into scrap-booking. I fell in love with paper and I began a flurry of hand made scrapbooks as gifts and documenting my own children's adventures and growth. Photography was always a part of that. Take pictures - make a scrapbook! What a perfect fit.
Recently I've delved into the fine arts world. I am a student and while I've not been taught formally, I have taken a bunch of e-classes which give me an excellent way to practice and have fun at the same time. And I'll confess that I'm an art supply junkie! Combine that with a willingness to try anything any everything... and ... well.... I'm an equal opportunity artist with a studio (read: the house) overflowing with art supplies. From charcoal and pastels to encaustic wax. I've tried as many mediums as I can and I must say I don't hate any of them. That might sound weird, but there are people who can't stand oil paints or don't get watercolors. Well ... I love them all!!
Recently my brother said to me, "Since when are you an artist? When did that happen exactly?" And his question amused me. I'm not sure there is a correct answer to that except to say that I probably always was an artist ... it just lay dormant for a long time. I used to struggle with that label "artist" but I've grown to love it and I wear it with pride.
This blog will be about all of my art - Photography, Mixed Media, Watercolor, Oil, Paper (my addiction continues) and I hope you enjoy this journey with me. Some of my art comes out exactly how I hoped it would in my minds eye. And some of my art comes out wonky. And once in awhile it comes out way better than I could have ever hoped! Part of the fun is waiting to see what will emerge from the paper... canvas... cradle board. I want to share all of that - the good, the wonky and the gorgeous.
Make something everyday!
Dawn
Dawn Moseley
The artful life through watercolor, acrylic, oil, mixed media, photography and anything else that strikes my fancy!
About Me
- Dawn Moseley
- I've been an artist my whole life, I've only just recently started practicing my art with any regularity. What I mean to say is, raising children and being a single mom kept me from uncovered a talent I always suspected was there... lying dormant. I love to be creative in so many ways outside of my studio space too - cooking, writing, decorating, designing, making jewelry... the list is seemingly endless. I have a big heart and a generous spirit. My family is the center of my universe and I love a big thunderstorm. This world is an amazing place and I want to take as much of it in that I can - sights, smells, views and tastes.