A Feast for the Senses at the Main Street Cafe!
Enjoy home-style cooking while sitting among Denise’s specially-curated art at the Main Street Cafe! Continue reading A Feast for the Senses at the Main Street Cafe!
Forest Theater in Dallas, Texas Part 1
Very few things get me up early on a Saturday morning, especially on a cold winter day. But the chance to see the inside of a dilapidated building is on the TOP of the list!
On Saturday, January 24th, Tore Bellis and I bundled up and headed to the Forest Theater at 1914 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd in Dallas, Texas. There is a group, Forest Forward, that is leading the way in revitalizing the building and the community… and they are giving tours! Continue reading Forest Theater in Dallas, Texas Part 1
8th Grade Autograph Book from 1946 – Paris, Texas: Part 3
I purchased my first autograph book in 2021 and have been researching the original owner, Ramona Holmes. The little red book is from Paris, Texas in the 1940s. Ramona was meticulous in documenting details, making it relatively easy to research the individuals who signed her book. I know her best friend and her favorite teacher, for instance. It has been awhile since I’ve blogged about Ramona (I have acquired 5 other autograph books… and have many hobbies that compete for my time). But I thought this year would be a good time to resume the Ramona blog series. Continue reading 8th Grade Autograph Book from 1946 – Paris, Texas: Part 3
Finnegan visits Pilot Point, Texas!
Written by Finnegan for a class assignment at the Reform School for Creepy Dolls
Mom normally takes my older brother, Percival on grand adventures. But this time she told me to gather my things for an adventure. She even let me pick which town we’d visit. What I didn’t know, it would turn in to HOMEWORK. This is my report on my adventure in Pilot Point, Texas. I hope you enjoy. Love, Finn. Continue reading Finnegan visits Pilot Point, Texas!
Opening Reception: New Beginnings
Even though it’s Texas, the winter doldrums still strike. Nature is mostly brown and/or dead. The eyes ache for color and the mind seeks inspiration. I have the solution! Go to the New Beginnings art exhibit in Lewisville, Texas. Continue reading Opening Reception: New Beginnings
Emma Johnson’s Autograph Book from December 25, 1885
This book is 136 years old! (Dec 25, 2021 – Dec 25, 1885). I acquired this treasure one week before Christmas. I learned it is 136 years old and was given to Emma Johnson as a Christmas gift from a school teacher! I have been researching for a week, discovering fascinating pieces of history about the people and places tied to this book. Read on for more information. Continue reading Emma Johnson’s Autograph Book from December 25, 1885
Introducing…Poodle Quarterly! by Tore Bellis
Preface: Following the release of Poodle Lifestyle, Tore Bellis decided to launch his own magazine, Poodle Quarterly. I feel confident the market is big enough for both puplications. Continue reading Introducing…Poodle Quarterly! by Tore Bellis
Premier issue of Poodle Lifestyle Magazine!
Tore Bellis and I had so much fun with the Poodle and Bear photo shoot for the Call of the Wild art exhibit. It was inevitable that the enthusiasm would pour into other creative possibilities.
Introducing… Poodle Lifestyle magazine! Continue reading Premier issue of Poodle Lifestyle Magazine!
Meet Guest Blogger, Jerry McKay, a member of the Visual Art League of Lewisville
I met Jerry McKay (JAM), a member of the Visual Art League, in the first member meeting I attended. She was very instrumental in explaining how art submissions work and it’s because of her I hit the ground running. JAM has an art piece in the Day of the Dead exhibit that is on display now through November 27th. I got to ask JAM about the piece. It’s a very touching and relatable story. She agreed to share the story in my blog, along with her art piece. Continue reading Meet Guest Blogger, Jerry McKay, a member of the Visual Art League of Lewisville
