Last Minute Gift Offerings - Order by Saturday 🚢 📦
Published: Thu, 12/15/22
Plus a FIRST look at the progress of my latest commission.
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How are you enjoying the last 10 days before Christmas, or 3 days before Hanukkah, or the end of the year? I'm doing my best at staying clear of overwhelm - some days successful and some days not. I've been amping up my meditation practice,
running and working on a painting.
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I've also decided to let go of some things this year - we didn't get a
tree. I skipped going out for my birthday last weekend. It was all too much with an impending 2nd floor carpet tear out while we're up north. I thought I would give up holiday cards, but the spirit moved me to make them. I usually send out cards to my collectors, but I ran out of time - if you've purchased from me in the past, and you're not sure if I have your address, send me a reply so you'll be sure to receive the next snail mailing I do.Â
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I am focusing this last week before we leave, on fulfilling any last minute orders (ship or pick up), and pushing forward a big commission. Below, you can see some progress on that commission (see also above) and click through some last minute gift offerings - including a sale on some of my Garden Watercolors!
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You might hear from me one last time before the holidays, but if you don't get that next email, wishing you and your family / friends a very peaceful and healthy end
of December and 2022.
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ARTaments for Adornment on your Tree!
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Blueberries, South Mountain Reservoir Zoo Loop, Maplewood Clock
Mint Hemlock and Hot Stress Relief (left to right)
I have only 2 in stock of each mat and are ready to ship for Christmas delivery. Each mat is $70, plus applicable shipping / sales tax. These have been a huge hit as a gift for a yoga practitioner or active individual who practices HIIT or other at home workouts. I'm a big fan of MommaStrong and use my mat each time I do a workout.Â
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"I was gifted this gorgeous yoga mat and it is the most beautiful yoga mat I have ever seen. Great gift for your friends who enjoy yoga and Pilates or working out. Extra special because of Jennie’s art work! Thanks Traillworks" - Eva S.Â
A great way to gift someone who loves my work, or maybe is interested in lessons, but you're not sure what to pick. Please note, this is sent to the recipient's email. If you'd prefer to print and box something -
send me an email and we can work out a purchase that will keep your gift a secret until you're ready for them to open it.Â
This is just a detail shot of the in progress painting. I have a lot more to go, but this gives you an idea of the painting which is an homage to cook, TV host, and author, Fu Pei Mei of Taiwan. The background is essentially a flat lay of the cover of her
cookbook, with a rice cooker sitting proudly in the foreground. The painting is 20" x 30", and the largest oil I've embarked on in almost ten years. Keep on following along for progress updates on Instagram.Â
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If you're interested in a
commission,visit my site and fill out an interest form, and we can talk in the New
Year.Â
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Creatively and with Joy,
Jennie
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P.S. You've probably seen me mention in passing on social media my participation with an online network of artists, called Thrive Together
Network. The founders have put together the Thriving Artists Map - it's a year long guidebook that correlates with the scheduling of the network's programming and support. I join almost weekly sessions of Art and Tea, where artists from all over the world come together to
network, support each other and grow as artists. They also offer opportunities like Taking Up Space and educational support with Crit Groups and Wearing all the Hats. I'd like to personally invite you, if you're an artist, to check out the network and consider joining me! Feel free to message me if
you have any questions or interest - it's been a life-changing support especially during a major life change.Â