So I Was Just Thinking

I am not sure why I do it, but I am such a procrastinator. However, this year is my year to FINISH the things I start. For example, tomorrow I WILL clean my kitchen. But the biggest project I have completed so far is my entry to Sketchbook Project 2013 from the Art House Co-op, a traveling library of sketchbooks . I decided that since most of you will not be near one the 8 showings around the United States I would share my pages with you. But first here is a great video about the project. The Sketchbook Project, London 2012 from You and I Films on Vimeo . You will notice that my pages change style along the way. That's because 1) I procrastinated and was running out of time; and 2) I was running out of different ideas that fit the theme. So take a look: The Cover  (chipboard, Sharpie paint pen, Gellie roll pen, Micron pen) House in the Hills  (aquarelle paper, water color, Micron pen)   Waiting Room Aquarium  (aquarelle pap...

Have you heard of UFOs? No, not this kind: I mean U n- F inished O bjects - those projects you have started and for one reason or another never complete. They could be creative projects or work related. Maybe you cut a pile of pretty papers in preparation for making your own Christmas cards. Or maybe you still have boxes that need to be unpacked from your move two years ago. Do you have an unfinished quilt or sweater calling your name? I do. That's why my OLW (one little word) for 2013 is FINISH. I want to live my life with a sense of accomplishment. Yesterday, I woke up and realized that I am exactly three months away from being able to move out of this temporary house into my own house. My life is finally moving on. Then I started thinking about all of things I need to get done before then. First and foremost is the Sketchbook Project because it has a specific due date (1/31/13). Next, I need to get my family situation in order so I can move on with my life. I also n...