Gamsol is an odorless mineral spirit used in oil painting much like turpentine. Traditionally turpentine was used in oil painting but posed problems due to the toxic odor. It is why I put off painting with oils for years. It seemed like such a hassle and strong odors bother me and make me nauseous. WhenContinue reading “Product Review: Gamsol”
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A & B Hardware
HOW DOES AN ARTIST CHOOSE WHAT TO PAINT? As an artist most of my paintings reflect something about my life. I choose subjects from where I live and my surroundings or where travel as a souvenir of my journey. I am mostly a plain air painter meaning I paint what I see. It is notContinue reading “A & B Hardware”
Maxcy’s Grill
A few weeks ago I was out running errands and decided to stop and get some lunch. There was a diner nearby called Maxcy’s Grill. I was delighted by the old diner feel that you don’t really come across too often anymore. After ordering at the counter I sat at a booth and waited forContinue reading “Maxcy’s Grill”
Human Trafficking
WHAT IS HUMAN TRAFFICKING? What exactly is Human Trafficking? It has a broader definition than most people realize and it once happened to me. I survived my ordeal, but the aftermath lingers on. I am writing this to bring attention to the issue and to let people know what to do if they recognize it.Continue reading “Human Trafficking”
The Ups and Downs of Investing in Crypto Currency
TAKING THE PLUNGE A couple of months ago I finally took the plunge and invested in cryptocurrency. What a ride it has been. I am a believer in multiple streams of income, especially being an artist with an indefinite monthly income. I have been successful investing on the stock market and wanted to add cryptoContinue reading “The Ups and Downs of Investing in Crypto Currency”
Lemon Cupcakes Brighten the Day
I was feeling a little down in the dumps today and racked my brain for something fun to do that wasn’t too difficult. I knew I had a box of lemon pound cake sitting in my cupboard and decided to make cupcakes. Now I am an artist by trade and cooking and baking to meContinue reading “Lemon Cupcakes Brighten the Day”
The Key to Reaching Your Goals
– REACHING YOUR GOALS After you write down and identify your goals, you now need to reach those goals. Whether you are part of a large corporation or self employed and everything in between, the process is the same. Getting everyone on the same page. CREATING A MISSION STAEMENT Creating a mission statement not onlyContinue reading “The Key to Reaching Your Goals”
The Importance of Setting Goals
Setting goals is important to stay focused and get things done. Goals can be lofty and seemingly out of reach and that is ok. You have to start somewhere, and getting started is the key. Goals can be work related, personal, financial or whatever it is you are working on. As a self employed womanContinue reading “The Importance of Setting Goals”
The Crest Theater
When I lived in Los Angeles I would often pass this theater in the Westwood neighborhood. I loved the Art Deco architecture and it is one of the many historical theaters in the area that must have been spectacular in their hey day. Every time I passed the theater I would take a photo wantingContinue reading “The Crest Theater”
Fighting the Covid 15
I don’t know about you, but quarantine has not been good for my waistline. I have gained more wight than I would like to mention. I decided that it is time to do something about it. I am tired of feeling tired, tired of seeing my chins double on Zoom and getting my mail beingContinue reading “Fighting the Covid 15”
Wendy B’s Studio 