This post is a part of our first blog hop including quite a
few of the artists that connected during the class ”Flying Lessons” presented
by the fabulous Kelly Rae Roberts. The theme is “Spreading Our Wings” or how we
were inspired by our experience. It could involve some of our artwork or
whatever creative element we desired to write about. At the end you’ll find the
list of amazing participants in the blog hop.
A few months ago I decided to participate in Kelly Rae
Roberts course for creative’s called “Flying Lessons.” Little did I know at the
time just how much of an impact it would make on me.
My thought was that the class would let me figure out how to
take my little business to the next level. Honestly I’ve been feeling very
stuck, like I’m only going through the creative “motions” and not getting
anywhere. Loving Kelly Rae, her blog, and her art I signed up excitedly and
waited for the first days post to come. Guess what the subject matter was?
Fear…..!
Goofy daughter! |
To say that I’ve been afraid over the past year would be an
understatement. As the course continued the subject matter continued with a
strong under tone of emotional churning. Each post dug deeper even though it
was sprinkled with business tips and suggestions. My brain was in turmoil. How
was I going to sift through all of this information?
Hmmm... |
The course ran for five weeks. Five weeks of frantic
thoughts, updates to all things internet, and dreading the end of the class. It
was so enjoyable, and yet un-nerving, I wanted it to continue for as long as
possible. From the start we all knew there would be a private Facebook group we
could join if we wanted to. Open to all that took the course. I requested
entry, not knowing what to expect.
Well, the group is 378 strong! The conversation runs the
gamut from teasing to serious money questions, to art shows to trading
techniques and much, much more. I commented and tried to jump in. Mostly I read
and tried to take it all in. It was (and is) art talk that is going on everyday
and into the night. It’s a group that “gets it” whatever that may be. It’s a
safe spot that you can come to and chat about the things that are on your mind.
A spot to try out new ideas. A place to get or give help. An area to share a
heartbreak or physical condition that you can’t even say out loud to yourself. A
group that takes you for who you are and lets you know you’re not as alone as
you thought you were.
It was said somewhere in our comments that, “who knew the
best resource we’d get from taking the class would be ourselves!” So true. My
inspiration is ongoing. Everyday I get to interact with all of the fabulous
members of our group. Everyday there is something new to ponder and chat about.
I am inspired to do more, be true to myself, and go forward to fulfill dreams I
thought might not be possible a few months ago. And if I take a day and don’t
quite get where I’d like to? Well, I can turn to anyone in our group for
support or a laugh. For that, and so much more, I want to say thank you! Thank
you to all of you who “get” it, it truly means the world to me. ( and so do all
of you!)
Free to fly the universe! |
Now go forth and visit ALL of the following blogs for great
art, great people, and tons of inspiration!!!
Until Next Time,
(which will be tomorrow with the start of Creative Every Day
for November!)
Susan
If you like what you see, don’t forget to subscribe, like and follow us!!!
Amaranthine Violet: http://magic-gypsy.blogspot.com/
Amy Hillenbrand: http://amyhillenbrand.blogspot.com
Beatriz Peñas B.: http://beatrizbepe.blogspot.com/
Beth Cougler Blom: http://sobliss.wordpress.com/
Carmen Patti: http://carmenpattistudio.com/wordpress/
Carol Bray: http://theredpaintedcottage.blogspot.com
Christina Fajardo: http://christinafajardo.blogspot.com/
Cindy Jones Lantier: http://www.lantier.org
Connie Rawlins : http://www.dabblinginlife.blogspot.com/
Dana Brock: http://www.dzynbydana.blogspot.com
Deborah Velásquez : http://deborahvelasquez.blogspot.com
Elissa Brown: http://thefreckledarmy.blogspot.com
Hillary Courson: http://www.hillarycourson.com
Jacquie Williamson: http://www.jacquiewilliamson.blogspot.com/
Jane Paynting: http://inkspiredwings.wordpress.com
Janet Forrest: http://tatterednworn.wordpress.com/
Jennifer DeVille: http://jenniferdeville.com/blog/
Jill Lambert : http://www.jill-lambert.blogspot.com/
Julie Hamilton: http://spaark.wordpress.com
Kanchan Mahon: http://Kanchan-Mahon.blogspot.com/
Karen Claverie: http://giddyupletsride.blogspot.com
Kari DeSaulnier: http://karidesi.blogspot.com/
Kathleen Conard : http://newfromoldcreations.blogspot.com/
Kathleen McKinnon: http://harmonyschoolhouse.com/expressions-blog.html
Kathy May: http://kathymaydesigns.org
Kelley Miller: http://www.kelleymillerartworks.blogspot.com/
Kelly Corso: http://birdinatreecreations.blogspot.com/
Kelly Hoernig: http://www.kellyhoernig.blogspot.com/
Kim Hyer: http://www.apaperaddict.com/
Kris Lanae Binsfeld: http://cherishdesigns.wordpress.com
Lenore Angela: http://www.lenoreangela.blogspot.com/
Linda Barutha: http://lindabaruthadesigns.blogspot.com
Lisa Michele Products:
Liza Zeni Baker: http://lizazeni.wordpress.com/
Lynn Richards: http://alittlebluesky.blogspot.com
Lori Leissner: http://leissnerart.blogspot.com
Lori Moon: http://lorimoonstudio.blogspot.com
Mary Cottingham: http://www.barnbugstudio.blogspot.com/
Mary Sterk: http://justmarydesigns.wordpress.com
Megan Schmitt: http://www.schmittenwithwords.blogspot.com/
Melanie Douthit: www.douthitgallery.blogspot.com
Michelle Dwyer: http://www.magnetisedbylife.com/
Michelle Reynolds: http://shellsinthebush.blogspot.com/
Rachél Payne (Rae): http://collectingyourself.wordpress.com/
Rain Hannah: http://honeyandollie.com/
Rhiannon Connelly: http://www.starrybluesky.wordpress.com
Ruth-Mary Smith: http://patchworkfamilieshub.blogspot.com
Sherry Richert Belul:
Shirley Ann: http://leonardarenaissancewoman.blogspot.com/
Stacey Chadwick
Susan M. Walls-Beverly:
Teresa Cash-Czech: http://www.asmilemaker.com/
Tina Carlborg: http://www.tinachicky.blogspot.com/
Tonya Love: http://passport2creativity.com/
Ursula Smith: http://www.EasyScraps.com/blog
Zulma Cadena: http://edustory.wordpress.com/
Mary Cottingham http://www.barnbugstudio.blogspot.com
23 comments:
Susan,
You crack me up!!! I love your photo work, kaliedescopes and fun silly images! I couldn't wait to scroll down for the next one! I enjoyed reading your blog and look forward to following you through the November blog, I am doing it too! Awesome work... love your humor! Thanks for hopping! Kris
Everyone's creativity is so impressive and yours on this post was sensational - loved the pics and the words you shared about this great group!
I was wondering why your blog didn't reflect the blog hop! The 5 weeks with Kelly Rae was so enlightening... these past few months has made me realize there are so many of us creative souls ... warms my heart. I live in a sea of musicians in Austin!
WooHoo! Glad to see your post up! And glad you'll be doing the Nov. challenge. I think you are going to surprise yourself. I'll be watching! (does that scare you? Hahaha!)
What a fun post to read with all the pictures you included! It's great to be a part of this group.
Jill
I completely agree that husbands dont fully "getit" Thanks for your post it was very inspirational and creative!!!
Thanks for coming by! I truly appreciate each and every one of you!
Ha! You are a hoot! So glad to have met you and looking forward to seeing more of your quirky humor and art.
Lori
Glad I hopped over! What a wonderful blog.
Love all the photos, Thanks for being part of the fly tribe.
Funny, funny... I love a good sense of humor. Your photos are hilarious. However, I really liked your posting on your photo box. Yupper, I just followed you, so I don't lose you. I need to come back and read that photo box tutorial again!
Hi Susan!! That was such a fabulous post!! It was like a scrapbook page unfolding!! I luv'd it!!
Don't know what our little sanctuary would be like without you. So glad we faced the fear and flew. And what a beautiful gift that when we jumped out into the clear blue, we realized we weren't flying alone.... Rae
Susan (you little closet-techie)! You are such a sweetheart! Loved your blog, not to mention the dead bodies;D
Love your blog, and love all that you have to give to the "tribe". You have so much wisdom and experience and I want to take the opportunity here to thank you for always sharing with those of us that are such "newbies". You are a generous soul, and I appreciate you :)
Susan, your art is beautiful. I love the whimsy of your style! This group has been such a blessing to me, and I enjoy your being a part of that. You're flying!
Love your post & your pictures. Thanks for hopping and happy flying!
LOved your post! I'll be there in Irvine too!!!XO Bridgette
Fun post and pictures!!!
SUSAN! What a great blog and a fun spirit you have! Glad to have stumbled across it and so glad you participated in this HOP with us! You look like such fun and I absolutely love your work! Keep it up and keep contributing to our group! I love it! Thanks!
i loved reading what you wrote susan & your pictures are fun! Happy Flying
Many thanks to all of you! We have a fabulous group!
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