Green Grass Art~ Montana Mixed-Media

I have never been to Montana.  So I've  heard that it's raw beauty is spectacular.  Montana is on my bucket list.

When I get there I'll be sure to look up Betina Johnson of Green Grass Art. 

I started this blog last October.  I also started a Facebook page for Lapis&Moss so that I could help promote the blog and search for artists that I would potentially like to feature.

Betina had posted a comment on my Facebook page and her work caught my attention.  I began to follow her on Facebook in return.

I've never met Betina and up until this blog post I had never reached out to Betina.  Here's what I can tell you from pure observation.

Her work is lovely.  A representation of her Montana roots, she is able to give me a sense of her domain through her art without having to be there.  Her work embodies the natural environment that surrounds her and the simplicity of her work presents a folk style. 

The mixed-media paintings resonate with her audience as her subject matter appear to be familiar and local.  While the actual paint techniques and style may be more complex, the rich colors and tangible subjects open your eyes to her world.

I have been following Betina on Facebook for about 6 months now.  Here's what I can tell you.  Not only does she appear to have a genuine beauty through her art it is clear she lives this beauty in her everyday life.  Her written posts are full of interest and positivity and it makes her art work that much more meaningful and alluring.  

Betina is an example of the complexity between creating art with a meaningful soul. 

I encourage you to take a look into Betina's world and her work at Green Grass Art.

https://www.facebook.com/GreenGrassArt

The magic behind The Turquoise Paintbrush

I have an affinity for turquoise. I'm drawn to the stone, the color. I like to use it as an accent color with just about everything because it goes with anything.

I'm not surprised I was drawn to The Turquoise Paintbrush. Just adding it to the name provides an allure for me. Once I clicked on the button I wouldn't be disappointed. Mary's work is gentle and compelling. Clicking on her blog makes you feel as if you've entered an artists' fairytale world. Along with a magical portfolio, Mary's writing and photography captures you in its sweetness.

Enter Mary's world and possibly bring a piece of her fairytale to yours.

Mary sent me a little bio of herself and if this doesn't make you love her even more I'm not sure what will.

I am a girl who loves cutting + pasting + getting my hands messy with colorful paint. I can’t live without coffee. I love to dream with my eyes wide open, messy hair, dancing in the sunlight, + treasuring moments. I’m a girl a lot like you; desiring happiness, connections to other artsy souls, and love. A girl who creates colorful/whimsical/wordy art.

Most days, you can find me working away in my little studio with twinkle lights sparkling, a paintbrush in hand, and delicious music playing in the background.

http://theturquoisepaintbrush.blogspot.com
https://www.etsy.com/shop/MaryWangerin

Danita Art from the Heart~ Seeing is believing!

Seriously, I'm trying to figure out how and where to begin this post.

Unbelievable talent. You know when you see something that it's the real deal. Well Danita Art is the real deal.

Her name is Danita and she is a self taught Mixed Media Artist and maker of many, many exquisite things! She creates original paintings, mixed media creations, original art dolls, soft sculpture plush dolls, ACEO cards, giclee prints and fiber art. I think she could rule the world with her art, but I'll let you decide for yourself.

Do yourself a favor and visitor her Etsy shop. She will not disappoint and your home will be a happier place for inviting her in!

http://www.danitaart.com
http://www.etsy.com/shop/DanitaArt
http://www.facebook.com/danitaart
http://twitter.com/#!/DanitaArt