Well! We’ve had 3 snow storms in the past 8 days, dumping more snow here in New England this past week or so, than all of last season. So… things have been slick, delayed but beautiful and amazingly festive! We are going to some holiday parties this weekend, then it’s time to cook, eat, drink and celebrate Christmas and the New Year with friends and family!

Last year I put together a little 2007 ‘Creative Goals’ visual resolution of sorts… While I didn’t quite accomplish everything on it, it did help me focus on what is important to me, and that is creating my own art. And I think 2007 was a really productive year for me both creatively, and altruistically. Throughout all the changes I have continued making marks, whether involved or quick! I just compiled a thumbnail of my drawings from 2007, and was surprised to see that I did actually get in at least 52 sketches/drawings! My goal was something hand-drawn once a week, and with 52 weeks in the year, I did it! Some are fully-realized drawings, but many are just color/line/compositional quick sketches. Good enough for me! I was also fortunate to particpate in Renegade craft fair, and am continuing to sell my wares at the Renegade Handmade shop in Chicago, which is great. I learned this year, I love making stuff, I don’t really like the marketing and selling of it, so it’s great to hook up with a reputable venue so my stuff goes somewhere. I met some new artist friends here in New England, and landed a job designing fun product alongside great people, which makes me happy. I have all that I need and I am very thankful for the bright lights in my life. It is the first time, in forever it seems, that I feel like I could keep doing what I’m doing for quite a while now. I have been the queen of changing something at least every year and half (if not my hair color every 4 months) however with age and experience I am learning and accepting that wherever you go, there you are! I am happy where I am, and with who I am. And I suppose just feeling more settled with age and a new life.

Here is a round-up of some of my sketches and drawings from 2007.

Thank you all for your friendship and support over the past few years ! I hope all your wishes and dreams come true with the new year. Hug your loved ones, laugh with your friends, eat, drink and be merry, and if you can, go ahead and risk it all to pursue what makes you happy! You’ll never regret it, I promise!
xoxo
Sarah

We’re in our second storm in the past 4 days, but honestly, it’s really beautiful. I’ll let you know if I still think it’s beautiful after the drive in to work tomorrow! We got our tree this weekend, and put the lights and ornaments on today. It’s smells amazing and makes me so happy to have a tree! The dogs both have handmade stockings, now on to ours! I have to admit, I haven’t even shopped for one Christmas gift yet. Nor have I sent out a Christmas card. It’s been a really busy time these past few weeks, but somehow it will all come together in time for the holiday. I just really want to avoid the frenzy and stress, seeing as though there is enough going on with two puppies, a new job/commute/car, and two winter storms in 4 days. Whew! Tomorrow we are celebrating a birthday for Salvi! Then it’s time to focus on the week left before Christmas. I love this wintery weather though!

We’re in the middle of a snow storm (6″ of snow already, another 6″ to come by the evening) and it is absolutely beautiful! And I love my new job! Really love it! More, later!

Working with color combinations and line and shape. Enjoying the first snow fall, spending time with my Mom who is visiting from her 80 degree weather in San Diego to our 25 degree weather here in New England. And taking care of two puppies who are crazy but adorable. Yes, Beppo is staying permanently! In a week I’ll be back at shoe design full time but until then, enjoying drawing whatever!