Thursday, 30 August 2012

What inspires me?

In the Artist's Play Room this week, we talk about the things that inspire us.
What inspires my art?

I find so many things to be inspiring....the sea, nature, animals...
Then there is the internet, more precisely the amazing artists I have met online.
 Their creativity also inspires me tremendously.

I haven't painted a realistic painting for the longest time but that's not to say I won't again.
Every time I see a painting of an animal, I feel a yearning within to put brush to canvas.
One day, I know I will....



I enjoy painting flowers too.
Nature is a great inspiration!




I discovered illustrated journaling a couple of years ago and it has become my main focus in art.
I absolutely LOVE sketching and adding colour to my journals.
 There's just something special to me about sketching, then adding some words,
either about what I've sketched or about my day.
I have met many other illustrated journal artists
who have inspired me greatly in this area.

A recent journal entry








There are so many things I feel motivated to do regarding my art,
thanks to all the wonderful inspiration that surrounds me.
My biggest foe is procrastination but I'm working hard to beat it.


~ Love, light and peace ~
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47 comments:

  1. Everydaythings30 August 2012 at 18:06

    theres that P-word... I do that with most things, and maybe tomorrow... has become a mantra of mine! I love your real life paintings - they are amazing Serena!

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    1. Serena Lewis31 August 2012 at 08:59

      Yes, that P word can be a real drag! Thanks for your kind words, Krissie. xo

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  2. Rita31 August 2012 at 00:29

    Oh, I do so love your realistic work, but I also love your journal pages and mixed media. You're just so talented! You inspire others--like me. :)

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  3. GlorV131 August 2012 at 00:49

    I've always loved your journal sketching. Your work is always wonderful Serena. You are a fantastic artist. Hope you are doing good. Take care. Beautiful flowers.

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    1. Serena Lewis31 August 2012 at 09:01

      Thanks, Gloria! I'm thinking of joining in the weekly Haiku with you. :)

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  4. Krista/Ruca31 August 2012 at 00:51

    Serena, I was flabbergasted that the image of the dog in the blanket wasn't a photograph! And then the bird too! Of course I was familiar with some of your journaling, which I love, but somehow missed (or had forgotten) how incredible your realistic work is. WOW!

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    1. Serena Lewis31 August 2012 at 09:02

      Thanks, Ruca! I'm glad you like my realistic art too....much appreciated. x

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  5. WrightStuff31 August 2012 at 01:17

    I feel inspired just looking at your work today! Wonderful to see so many examples of your work all in one post. I especially loved the cheeky parrot!

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  6. Jennifer Rose31 August 2012 at 06:25

    i keep meaning to do something for this group, but the week goes by too fast :/

    i really like your paintings, but i think your sketch work shows more of who you are and the things around you :)

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    1. Serena Lewis31 August 2012 at 09:04

      It sure does, Jennifer! It would be lovely if you joined us.

      Good point....my illustrated journals are more about my personal life experience.

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  7. Victoria31 August 2012 at 06:55

    Hi Serena..super gorgeous art..your pieces are stunning and alive..vibrant and magical..they almost seem like photographs they are so real..stunning and brilliant! Your journals are beautiful too..fantastic works!
    Victoria

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    1. Serena Lewis31 August 2012 at 09:05

      Thanks, Victoria! I appreciate you dropping by....I love your vibrant, spiritual work too!

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  8. VonnyK31 August 2012 at 09:02

    Wow, that's why I can't charge much for my pet pics, they are nowhere near yours. I'm in love with the lorikeet, he's just gorgeous and that dog on the blanket would have sent me blind. Your journal picture is so beautiful and the words are too. I'm glad you are recovering well, hope you will be 100% very soon.
    Von.

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    1. Serena Lewis31 August 2012 at 09:07

      I respectfully disagree, Von.....watercolour is quite different to acrylics and your animal portraits are just as lovely. OH, and yes, I was a bit googly-eyed while painting the doggy blanket. lol

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  9. Tracey FK31 August 2012 at 15:46

    you have such a great eye for colour and form... I find it inspiring coming here and seeing your journals especially... every single time I visit I vow to do more work in my sketchbooks, of course I am bloody hopeless and only get around to it now and again, but without your inspiration I don't think I would manage even that!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  10. Janet1 September 2012 at 01:47

    Your paintings are some of my favorites but I also enjoy your journal sketches, too. And like you, procrastination is one of my worst enemies. I always say I have good intentions but my folllow through is horrible!

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    1. Serena Lewis1 September 2012 at 06:58

      Thanks, Janet! I think procrastination plagues a lot of artists but we WILL beat it!!!

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  11. Tracy1 September 2012 at 03:21

    Your art is a HUGE inspiration, Serena! I love your flower paintings shared here--that hibiscus flower is GORGEOUS!! I've been doing more art journalling this year, which I should get round to sharing more of. Hope you are keeping well there... Lovely to catch up with you after a brief hiatus! Happy Weekend (HUGS))

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    1. Serena Lewis1 September 2012 at 06:59

      Thanks, Tracy! I'm glad to hear you've been getting more art journaling done....I'm looking forward to seeing your pages!

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  12. Tammy@T's Daily Treasures1 September 2012 at 05:02

    Wow, Serena! Your paintings are incredible. They look so real. Incredible! Hope you are having a wonderful weekend. Tammy

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    1. Serena Lewis1 September 2012 at 07:00

      Thanks, Tammy! I do enjoy painting realism but, for now, my attention is on my illustrated journaling which I love too. xo

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  13. Tammy@T's Daily Treasures1 September 2012 at 05:04

    Oops! I said incredible twice. Your artwork is incredible and amazing! :)

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    1. Serena Lewis1 September 2012 at 07:01

      No worries, Tammy. I just took it as an extra emphasis. Thanks! xo

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  14. Cris, Artist in Oregon1 September 2012 at 08:33

    Your work is WONDERFUL. I had to look twice to see if they were paintings or real. wow. Thanks for the comment on my blog. I LOVE Animals. Critters as I call them. I think I am going to have to become a follower. :) Its all very inspiring.

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  15. Gloria j Zucaro1 September 2012 at 23:04

    Amazing work! I find it hard to believe that you procrastinate considering your output. I especially love your sketchbook with journaling your daily life.

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    1. Serena Lewis2 September 2012 at 06:50

      Thank you, Gloria! OH yes, I am a terrible procrastinator....truly!

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  16. Arnoldo L. Romero, MLA2 September 2012 at 01:39

    These are all beautiful art pieces. Blessings!

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  17. TwinkleToes2day2 September 2012 at 05:58

    I adore your journal sketches but OMGoodness Serena! Those paintings are just stunning! Out of this world vibrant and in yer face gorgeous!
    I tell you this, they inspire me to keep looking and searching and really 'seeing' beauty in those things around us. Thank you :0).

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    1. Serena Lewis2 September 2012 at 06:51

      Thanks, Mo....your comments are much appreciated ~ :)

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  18. sandy3 September 2012 at 01:36

    I love your art.

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  19. Tracy3 September 2012 at 08:52

    You are one uber talented lady! I'm so glad you discovered illustrated journaling because I enjoy what you do so very much. :) Warmly, Tracy

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    1. Serena Lewis3 September 2012 at 14:42

      Thanks, Tracy....you're very talented yourself. I so enjoy illustrated journaling...just wish I got more time in the day to do it. :)

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  20. renate5 September 2012 at 06:09

    Hello Serena:) Please give it a try again. Your paintings are so beautiful.

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    1. Serena Lewis5 September 2012 at 06:13

      Thanks, Renate. I'm pretty sure that, one day, I will paint realism again. :)

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  21. Alicia C5 September 2012 at 15:05

    nature is incredibly inspiring! I find your flowers very inspiring, or inspiration filled, or both! love the line work in the journal entries

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  22. Hadiyah6 September 2012 at 21:56

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    1. Serena Lewis7 September 2012 at 09:14

      Thank you for this beautiful comment, Hadiyah! I will definitely check out your blog and art ~ :)

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  23. Julie9 September 2012 at 12:12

    Serena....hope you are doing well. You are surrounded by beautiful inspirations, and are an inspiration to so many, including ME!!!!!
    Xoxo- Julie

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  24. Pam6 February 2015 at 00:16

    Love you work.

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