Leonardine!
Leonardine is full of personality… and stuffing! She’s available for purchase from Empirical Whimsy. Continue reading Leonardine!
Category: Art Projects
Now Open! Empirical Whimsy
My art is whimsical and made with thought and heart. The materials are either from my collection of items, found objects or donations from my friends and family who want to see what I can make with their items. I also find special items from antique stores and estate sales. Continue reading Now Open! Empirical Whimsy
Doll Arms, Butterfly Wings and a Black and White Photo
How I combined doll parts, an old photo and butterfly wings into an original art piece. Continue reading Doll Arms, Butterfly Wings and a Black and White Photo
Channeling creativity during COVID-19
The sheltering in place directive can get a little tedious. I have found channeling creativity to be a satisfying use of time. Continue reading Channeling creativity during COVID-19
A Shell of Her Former Self
I recently took a Barbie doll apart for an art project. (I needed her head). Continue reading A Shell of Her Former Self
Happyville Botanic Gardens
Richard is enjoying a peaceful hike through Happyville Botanic Gardens and Wildlife Refuge. The flowers are in full bloom with their bright array of colors. Continue reading Happyville Botanic Gardens
Memories of Tomorrow
For Christmas 2019, I visited Crystal Bridges of American Art in Bentonville, Arkansas. It is my favorite museum because it has art that fits my taste.
One of the art displays featured books with Borax crystals. This intrigued me… Continue reading Memories of Tomorrow
Chaos & Hope
I started this piece a few months ago but had a mental block. Last night the spark of ideas flowed so I pulled out the spray paints, leftover embroidered butterfly and assorted whatnots to complete the piece. Continue reading Chaos & Hope
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