Freedom From Begging
Freedom from Begging is inspired by Norman Rockwell’s Freedom from Want… Continue reading Freedom From Begging
Category: Visual Art League of Lewisville
A New Season for our Lewisville Thrive Exhibitions
The Visual Art League of Lewisville is kicking off its Fall Art Exhibition at Lewisville Thrive with updated processes, a seasonal theme and a dedicated team of volunteers. See how teamwork, a little out-of-the-box thinking and one perfectly timed tape measure helped bring the exhibition together. Continue reading A New Season for our Lewisville Thrive Exhibitions
Apparently, This Is Networking
You might be thinking: Denise, I thought you were with Home Run Pest & Termite Control and Abracadabra Lawn Pest & Weed Control? What is going on? I am. But part of the joy of networking is making real friendships. … Continue reading Apparently, This Is Networking
It All Started While Gallery Sitting on a Saturday
What happens when you introduce a celebrated artist to a room full of business professionals? This Friday, Marilyn Henrion steps outside the gallery and into the Plano Chamber of Commerce for what promises to be a memorable morning of networking, creativity, and new connections. Continue reading It All Started While Gallery Sitting on a Saturday
I’m in the Cockroach Phase of My Artistic Journey
Discover the story behind Understated Elegance, a mixed media cockroach portrait featured in the Visual Art League of Lewisville’s Small Works Exhibition at the Lewisville Grand Theater. Learn how vintage wallpaper, an antique-style frame, and an unexpected repair became part of the creative process—and how Home Run Pest & Termite Control inspired this unusual work of art. Continue reading I’m in the Cockroach Phase of My Artistic Journey
How I Accidentally Created a Fairy Tale
Every fairy tale needs a villain. In this story, however, the villain has already surrendered. And he did it old school. Continue reading How I Accidentally Created a Fairy Tale
Duck-trometer 5000
Title: Duck-trometer 5000 Medium: SculptureDescription:Based on quack science, this piece features a suspended rubber duck ready to take flight when the base is set in motion. Is it quackery if it succeeds in making you smile? This piece of absurdity … Continue reading Duck-trometer 5000
Episode: The Night I Challenged a Room Full of Chamber Members to Make 150 Easter Cards
What happens when you tell a room full of Chamber members they can’t leave until 150 cards are made? You discover the power of teamwork, a little friendly pressure, and a classic How to Win Friends and Influence People principle in action. Continue reading Episode: The Night I Challenged a Room Full of Chamber Members to Make 150 Easter Cards
Name Badges & Big Moments (Featuring Miss Macy, of Course)
Who knew a name badge could carry so much weight? From nervous first meetings to proudly stepping into an Ambassador role, this journey with the Wylie Area Chamber of Commerce reminded me—thanks to Dale Carnegie—that even the smallest details can make a big impact. Also, Miss Macy fully supports this message. Continue reading Name Badges & Big Moments (Featuring Miss Macy, of Course)
