As I could NOT get my tech issues figured out, I finally bit the bullet and visited Janelle at Ember Graphics in Stettler on October 20th. Janelle scanned some of my images and then sized them to the size I needed (a whopping 16,000 x 14,000 pixels). On October 22nd, I crossed my fingers and uploaded one of the images to the Art of Where POD site, and it worked!!!!!!! Victory!!!!! As I needed a new duvet cover, and it was the largest item available to print on, I ordered one to see how it would look. I knew if the resolution worked on something that big, it would work on all the other items available to put images on. And, if it was a flop, I knew the colours would still look good, but that would mean I'd have to come up with another plan of action to continue on this path. I (im)patiently waited for the cover to arrive and finally I had the package in my hands on October 30th. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EK6pAvSnM7djZOYNmCcBaeoby7dCFVeK/view?usp=sharing At first glance, it looked like it worked, but I wouldn't know for sure till I saw it on my bed so I got everything set up and finally it was on. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IV0ZkbaE0xCPWHeNeLbBeXR1KVfoljVY/view?usp=sharing OH MY WOW! IT WORKED!!! IT REALLY WORKED!!!!!!!!! And a HUGE bonus, it sure brightened up my bedroom.
- I submitted the Christmas and Winter header images to the Wondercafe2 site moderator October 10 and 15, and received my first commission payment for the images!!!!!!!!
- I entered the UK Wraptious Fall Artist Contest on November 1st. They changed their rules and criteria for this round so I was only able to upload 1 image. To make my life easier, I used the same image I used for my duvet cover as it was already formatted correctly. To vote for my image, click here: https://www.facebook.com/Wraptious/posts/pfbid0BMaLKqEavuFtQSdmnZAu4QmPukXW2FRCmPbBqtvxrp1W4yzgjNcVQyCmAgW5QHp4l and like/share. Thank you for your support.
- November 9th was my 1,300 DAILY creative post to the Inner Circle Facebook group! OH MY! That's over 3.5 YEARS worth of DAILY posts! That is showing up and being visible to the nth degree! While creating daily is easy for me, and pretty much always has been, sharing what I am working on as I'm working on it has been the biggest stretch for me. It's so much easier to share after it's all done. But, that's not what Inner Circle has been about - yes, we celebrate what we have accomplished, but we also celebrate the baby steps along the way, as well as sharing the trials & tribulations, and our mistakes. It is about acknowledging the WHOLE journey, not just the fun parts, and ALL areas of our lives, not just our creativity. While I have other daily practices that I have done for far longer, none of them have been as PUBLIC as these posts in the Inner Circle Facebook group.
Recently Completed:
Since the last newsletter, I've completed...
YES painting (watercolour pencils, acrylics, Posca paint pens on 9x12 mixed media paper) based on a process by Whitney Freya
- October 17th I made a pumpkin baked oatmeal. I also tried an apple cheese bread - it didn't work, but unlike my last bread fail, this one was edible.
UFO (UnFinished Object) Update:
October 13th I picked up a crochet hook and an unfinished crochet food project item. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1csxnZFreW5iOiZBqSd57fvAcDLBYIe18/view?usp=share_link I was SHOCKED that I haven't done any crochet since April, 2022! Where did the time go?? I completed a crochet ice cream sandwich and a Neapolitan one too on October 14 (they are the same size and shape, even if it doesn't look like it in the pictures).
Also on the 14th, my sister took a UFO cross-stitch kit that I decided I didn't want to do. October 15th, as I sorted through some items in the house, I came across an Easter UFO of mom's that I had planned to finish. On closer inspection, I discovered the various pieces were actually broken beyond repair so I tossed it and that took another UFO out of my life. I had a bunch of pieces of cardboard that I was saving to make journal covers and on Nov. 1st I realized that after all this time I probably won't make the journals, so I tossed the pieces in to the recycling. Another UFO out of my life.
Works in progress:
Currently, I'm working on...
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- a 9x12 page of watercolour play
- based on Whitney Freya classes, I'm working on a JOY painting and a Laughing Buddha painting (in my personal smashbook)
- Heart Cards in watercolour pencil/Posca paint pen on mixed media paper
- an 8x10 acrylic painting (still not started - a UFO?) + a 16x20 acrylic painting (2022/23 Hawaii virtual painting retreat - still stalled)
- I'm still playing around with my Tombow markers on 6 x 4.5 inch mixed media paper
- I'm practicing my drum playing, and am still on the very first video/rhythm.
- Recipes, Remedies, and Rituals Ayurveda course - it's been so long since I did anything on it, I will have to start over for a refresher when I get back to it!
- Anne's Atelier pattern design membership: Monday (Nov. 13th) is my final day for this membership. While I'm not where I thought I'd be at the end of the year, I have accomplished a LOT. I created 407 patterns and variations, created a load of mock-ups to see what my art would potentially look like on real life objects, learnt new skills, uploaded one of my images to a POD site and created a duvet cover for myself, and made some great friends. While I won't be part of the membership anymore, I will continue to explore pattern making and more in the coming days and months.
Featured Artworks for Sale:
It's time to create some space, and raise some much-needed funds, for new art projects! For the month of November, I have the following for sale: my digital sky drawings printed on stretched canvas, which were featured in my solo art exhibition in Donalda last year. GST included in the price.
Left bottom: 18x18 $200
Right top: 30x30 $500
Right bottom: 20x20 $250
Please contact me at thechautauqua@gmail.com or phone 403-352-3837 to make an addition to your collection.
"This book, Exploring My Artist Voice, is a journey of discovery, inspiration and overcoming adversities. Beth illustrates her journey with examples of her art throughout. What makes it powerful is that while Beth is working through her own personal issues, it is easy for the reader to identify with the problems and obstacles that she encounters. For me it was truly inspiring and beautiful." - JaneAnn Settergren, MFA, MDiv
I also have my card decks, chapbooks and my musical CD (listen to sample here: https://linktr.ee/beth.richardson) for sale too. They would make great stocking stuffers. Please reach out to find out more, or to purchase.
As well, I have a paperback and hardcover journal (https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0CJLKZ3KB) and a daily creative planner available on Amazon (https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0BMJM1SD3)
Perfect for Fall weather, I have a number of pairs of knitted and crocheted fingerless gloves for sale (prices range from $20 - $25 with GST included) First come, first serve for colour choices.
Upcoming Projects:
- I am offering Pay-What-You-Can Distance Reiki/Energy Healing sessions. Energy healing works great from any distance and I've sent Reiki healing as far away as Queensland, Australia. Please, contact me to set up your healing session.
"I have been suffering with Long COVID for over a year and have tried every healing modality in the book to get my energy back. Beth has been gifting me with healing Reiki energy for quite some time now and I have, for the first time in over a year, started to feel like myself again. Much of my weakness has dissipated, and the dark cloud that I have been stewing under has lifted. Thank you Beth. ♥️" - Carla, Esthetician, Nova Scotia
If you have ever wished you could have my wit and wisdom handy, why not consider purchasing a deck of your own. I have seven different inspirational/encouragement card decks to choose from: https://thechautauquanewspaper.blogspot.com/p/products-for-sale.html
- I am offering 3-hr in-person VIP sessions (morning or afternoon) for the introductory price of $300 per session. Sessions will be customized to the individual and may include topics such as yoga, Reiki, mindset, creativity, writing, behind the scenes in my studio, and more. Also, each person who signs up will receive a lovely gift to take home. I am also open to doing 2 people at a time (ie mother/daughter sessions) for $500 total. To find out more, and to book, please contact me.
Thanks for reading, and as always, feel free to share with anyone you think might enjoy it.
Beth
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If you would like to support my artistic journey, please consider purchasing my artwork, select items available online https://thechautauquanewspaper.blogspot.com/p/products-for-sale.html or in person at 4910-47 St, Mirror, AB
or by making a donation via
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Your support and kindness are always greatly appreciated, and I look forward to continuing to bring joy and inspiration! Thank you so much and have a marvellous day!
