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
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.
