This was a crazy year for me. The start of the second year having quit my job as a paralegal and as a Mixed Media Artist. Lot’s of fun things happened, wonderful journeys, work opportunities, but also a lot of rejection, self-doubt, self-pity, self bashing. Crazy….
As of my blogging I would say 2012 marks finding my own voice again. I clearly struggled with my blogging in 2011 and while I want to show my work or tutorials – there is so much more that is on my mind and that makes me me or that inspires my work. I wanted to share this with you and I think slowly in 2012 I found my voice …this is me – whether you like it or not ;)
So here are some of my favorite Blog Posts from last year- they might not necessary be your favorite ones ;) Some are funny, some are very personal, some are inspring…
Use Your Special Dishes or…You Are Worthy!
It was a hard time and it still is a bit a hard time- everyone ever taking caring of a loved elderly family member knows this – this time taught me a lot though and it made me appreciate a lot of things in my life in a different and better way!
7 Weird Facts About Me
It was fun thinking of weird stuff…(still not told you the weirdest facts- hahahahaha)
iDoodle…or The End of the Bee Gees in my handbag
This one makes me laugh because of the music…I am sorry thought that later on one of the Bee Gee’s died…I really didn’t know when I chose my title!
Peek Inside The n*Studio – Prepping Workshops
It was fun writing about things, that I first thought would nobody find interesting…but you did…;)
Before I Die I want to…
It was a post proved by an amazing Video – I loved it – and it inspired me to a canvas that it close to my heart
Thank You Mr. PearCabbage…
Again- I loved this inspiring movie by Drew Dudley and it made me think about people who handed me a lollipop!
Was It Worth Quitting a Well Paid Job…
A post reminiscing if I did the right decision quitting my job as a paralegal to become a full-time artist
Photos are like a Rube Goldberg Machine
What chain of thoughts do photos trigger in you?
My Favorite Mixed Media Essentials
This is actually a part of a longer series of blog posts and will still continue on in 2013- all about my most favorite tools and supplies to create mixed media projects.
Colors Are Your Friends
This is another series- which is finished about color theory..or should I say MY color theory? ;)
I hope you enjoyed this list- is there any of the listed posts that you as my reader especially enjoyed this year?
Have a wonderful day
Nat
Comments (21)
Jeanette Nyström (Jeany)
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It should be against all the white:)
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Jeanette Nyström (Jeany)
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It should be the colours against all the white:)
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Jeanette Nyström (Jeany)
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Nice! Love the colours against all the shite. The stencil is awesome.
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andrenesmith
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LOVE this canvas….so much texture..its perfect. The black & white theme with just a splash of color really makes the kitty stand out. I too have issues with sleeping on a plane. I have been on only 1 overseas flight and I was MISERABLE.
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sparkledaysstudio
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Oh Nathalie, this is quite fun, it made me smile. I am so enjoying Creative Jumpstart, glad I jumped in, thanks so much for your inspiration and for putting it altogether. xox
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rains
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Making me want some new Prima! I can NOT sleep on a plane. Even the trips I’ve taken to Australia. I catch up on movies.
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mjmarmo
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I just love your backgrounds!! And such a sweet kitty!! I cannot sleep on the plane. I hope you did.
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Sue Clarke
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I can sleep on a plane or anywhere for that matter. No drool but snoring is a real possibility.
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Candy
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Your layout is lovely as I am a cat lover. And I find it very hard to sleep on a plane just in case I droul or snore lol.
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suzannebouchard
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I love this cat! And your page!
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Conny
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Ich muss zugeben – ich hab mal zuerst die beine gezählt – nach kopfdrehen – glaub ich hab ich die position kapiert, wie sie liegt ;-) catisutra? also für ein eichhörnchen wie mich, ist das bild nicht so toll weil ich dann erst auf die layers geschaut hab – klasse – sieht einfach toll aus und schon sooo viele neue goodies ….
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Sue A.
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Beautiful layout, love all the layers and your color choices and the embellishments! And the kitty is cute too. I haven’t flown in so long I don’t know if I could sleep on a plane or not. I would probably be too scared or excited to sleep since it’s been so long! Safe travels, and thanks so very much for Jumpstart!!!!
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Miriam
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Love, love, love This lay-out!
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SusanJane
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I cannot sleep on the way there, but on the way back I am soooo tired that I can’t stay awake! Really nice cat piece — good balance and love the subtle color.
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butterfly
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This is a fantastic canvas – the textures are just to die for! Glorious embellishing too… love those concentric bottle tops. Also want to say a quick thank you for all the amazing stuff going on in Jumpstart – brilliant start to the year!
Alison x
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louison
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Superbe!! J,aime beaucoup la texture!!
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Nathalie Kalbach
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Merci :)
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Susan M. Brown {sbartist}
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Sorry to admit it Nathalie – I too am like a cat. I can sleep anywhere…even in the noisiest of places. Sleep is such a precious commodity – I squeeze it in wherever I can…yet I was also too wound up to sleep on the plane…so I’m feeling the jetlag today. Hope you have a wonderful break before your travels home :)
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Kathy P
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Nope, I can’t sleep on a plane. Recently flew to and from Hawaii to east coast…not a wink either way! Love how you used the canvas!
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petyvic
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i love this piece of art, but, could you tell about the process? or is this a special class…thanks for showing your talent!
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Nathalie Kalbach
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Thank you for your sweet comment. I have a wonderful Gesso Online Class where you can learn things like that ;) http://nathaliesstudio.com/online-workshops/ubermedia/gesso-english-2/
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