This year Independence Day was definitely different than any other year. The beach in Venice, California was technically closed, but a few tested the rules. The parking lots were closed and there were fewer visitors to the boardwalk than previous years. According to the LA Times the number of COVID 19 cases are back upContinue reading “A COVID Fourth of July”
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Cactus
You never know what you will see while out and about. I take my camera with me almost everywhere. This morning I went for a walk to the local Starbucks for my morning coffee. I found several cacti and succulents to photograph along the way. I am drawn to these plants because I originally comeContinue reading “Cactus”
Setting Goals
My Hustle Planner This year I decided to take my business up a notch. One of my priorities has been setting daily goals for myself. Since I started using a planner I have accomplished more than I ever thought I would. Somehow writing things down holds me accountable and I love the feeling of crossingContinue reading “Setting Goals”
This Year I Began Practicing Mussar Yoga
At the Beach Yoga Mat I decided to take up yoga practice this year during quarantine. I began looking for something that would appeal to me and found a book on Mussar yoga which combined my spiritual beliefs with yoga! How cool is that? The book is Mussar Yoga by Edith. Rot man, PhD. MussarContinue reading “This Year I Began Practicing Mussar Yoga”
Halloween Parties?
Wicked Fun Halloween Invitation I am hoping by the time Halloween comes around we are able to celebrate holidays with friends again. I am starting to work on some designs for holidays which I have been neglecting. Halloween has always been one of my favorite holidays because it falls near my birthday. As a childContinue reading “Halloween Parties?”
Stay Hydrated
Song Birds Water Bottle It is hard to remember in our busy lives the importance of staying hydrated. I am guilty of not prioritizing water in my every day routine. I recently started to drink a lot more water and I feel so much better for it. One of my tricks to make something aContinue reading “Stay Hydrated”
My New Book is Out
Well I finally did it! I published a book of my urban sketches from Southern California. I have been wanting to do this for some time, and with the extra free time from being quarantined I was able to make it happen. The book is a collection of sketches from the last three years ofContinue reading “My New Book is Out”
Looking on the Bright Side
My bathroom during quarantine One of the positive things that has come from being quarantined is having oodles of time to paint. I am primarily a plenitude air painter, painting what I see outdoors, but I can adapt! So I decided to paint what I see everyday during quarantine. I just finished this one yesterday.Continue reading “Looking on the Bright Side”
Looking For a Father’s Day Gift?
Skullz Tie Looking for something unique to give your dad on Father’s Day? Check out one of a kind gifts from Wendy B’s Studio. I remember shopping for my father and I think that almost every year he received a new tie. When he opened his gift he always looked surprised even though I amContinue reading “Looking For a Father’s Day Gift?”
Time to Hit the Beach
Beach Vacation Set Here in Venice, California the beach is finally back open. At Wendy B’s Studio we have created a sticker set for those who celebrate summer and the beach. These stickers are great for journaling, scrapbooking and crafts. The surfers are also back! The beach doesn’t stop and neither do we!
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