I have one more week to wait patiently before the Bloom True Intuitive Painting eCourse with Flora Bowley begins. It feels like time is going in slow motion when I think of it and that is telling me that I’m very much looking forward to this class.
After writing my latest blog post I still somehow sense that this class is meant to be for me this year. I feel that it fits right in with how I see my year unfolding in 2013, what I call my Journey Inward.
I signed up for this class a few months ago then purchased some huge canvasses that I’ll be working on in sizes ranging anywhere from 24″x24″ to 48″x48″. I have already received my order of paints, and this week I will gather all the things around our home that I’ll be able to use in this class. From what I have heard from others who have taken this class before me, it is life transforming.
I already love all that what will come for me with taking this class. I am so ready to awaken my creativity. Stay tuned, I will more than likely be sharing the process and my paintings with you.
I purchased Flora’s beautiful book Brave Intuitive Painting – let go – be bold – unfold! It’s filled with so much goodness and reading her book helps me know without a doubt that I picked the right class to learn to paint intuitively.
Since the beginning of taking the eCourse with Kelly Rae Roberts last fall called Flying Lessons, I have been surrounded and inspired daily by so many wonderful artists and their lovely work. That has nudged me in a different direction than I ever thought seeing myself going. But I am thrilled right now because it feels so right. I want to have fun. I want to explore. I want to see what I can put on canvas.
Now to paint what I call Flora style (big) I knew that my small tabletop easel would not do the trick. I asked my husband if he could build me one. I had found an art easel pattern from Etsy that I really loved. Of course he’s always willing to make me whatever I need.
I plan on having my studio right in our living room where there’s the most natural lighting in our home.
Take a look at what he has created for me so I can have fun with my dream of becoming an artist. (grin)
To my husband Gary, I am forever grateful to you for building me this beautiful art easel and especially for being my biggest supporter in helping me make all of my dreams come true in life. Without you and your unconditional support and inspiration I would not be able to do all that I am doing. Thank you for believing so much in me.
Suzanne xoxo
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Holy Wow !! This is a work of art Suzanne .. You can just park that in the living room and it radiates beauty .. Is he ever talented ( tell him I said so
.. I hope he signed or engraved it or that you run out immediately and get a little something that dates it and acknowledges it’s roll in your future creations..
I can hardly wait to see what you do in Flora’s class. Share, Share, Share.. Still love your Happy words in that glorious sunny living room of yours.
Hi Sandy, thank you for the lovely compliments. I shared them and hubby is all smiles. Thank you. I love the engraving part. He will probably engrave something with his wood burning kit. I will be sharing.
Looks like you are going to have a fabulous journey in your painting class! I love the easel your husband built for you. And that makes me think of my own husband, who is equally supportive and helpful in all my creative endeavors.
Happy painting/creating!
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Oh Suzanne what an AWESOME easel hubby has built for you! And, I look forward to seeing your progress in the paintings.
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Thank you Dale. Yikes, sharing with everyone. Scary but exciting at the same time.
I am so excited for you, Suzanne. We are so much alike in that when we take on a task, we go ALL THE WAY. And getting prepared for such a course with paints, canvas and THIS SPECTACULAR easel just tops it! Lucky lady. I say it over and over. You done good, Gary!
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I look forward to following your progress as you grow through Flora’s class! Enjoy!
Beautiful easel! Lucky you…. Can’t wait to see your artwork
I think you have the world’s greatest husband ever! What an absolutely gorgeous easel. The wood is so beautiful. What he shows you by making things for you, is that he believes in you. Look at that. He believes in you so much, in your abilities so much, that he will make you the most beautiful easel ever made so you can put all your dreams onto it.
I hope you have an amazing time in Flora’s class. I am sure you will.
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Suzanne, I am so excited for you! Your easel is incredibly gorgeous! I just purchased the book–will wait a bit on the e-course. Can’t wait to see what you create. My husband is very supportive too, so I need to show him what he needs to do next lol!
Who can make a sunrise? The handyman can!!!! Go Gary, building this for Suzanne… and Suzanne, FLY!!!
Thank you Marjie. Love it.
WOW! That is so beautiful. Your husband is incredibly talented. I’m sure this painting course will really support your journey inward and I look forward to you sharing what you create in the stillness.
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Wowa! That is one amazing easel. Also – I love that you’ll be painting in your living room. I didn’t realize you are taking Flora’s class. I’m signed up for it, too! I spent the weekend getting my studio a little better organized and ready for this new adventure. I’m actually a little nervous. I tend to work (very) small, so these big canvases leaning against the wall here are a little out of my comfort zone. Hurray for being challenged! I’m excited for us both!
It is so special that your hubby made this for you. I will really enjoy doing this course with you, but I wish you would hurry up and christen that easel, it’s looking way too clean!!! Happy painting BIG! Your soul will thank you I am sure. Enjoy
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Wow!! What a fantastic easel – I think he took it to another level!
What a lovely thing to say Valerie. He will be happy when I tell him this.
Wow! You are one lucky girl to have such love & support AND such a talented husband. Very excited for you on this new journey!!
Oh I certainly know how lucky I am with everything that I do, he’s always there supporting me. I count my many blessings. xo
WOW! This is incredible! He is an artist, too! All I have to say is go forth and FLY my sister!
(P.S. Put a drop cloth around you when you go big in painting! 
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Thank you for the great advice. I think I’ll be needing lots of drop cloths everywhere. Thank you for your lovely comment. I loved having you here Indigene.
What a lovely hubby, and an amazing easel! Much love with your class, Suzanne.
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Thank you Yaz.
After reading this post I am excited for you to take the class, too. I am so anxious to hear about what you discover about yourself.
The easel your husband built is like a piece of art itself. Beautiful!
There’s bound to be lots of new discoveries for me with this class, no doubt. So happy you like the art easel my hubby made me. I like it more and more each time I look at it.
Oh wow! That is such a beautiful easel! You have one talented husband! And what better way to start your arty journey than with something so wonderful that was obviously made with a whole lot of love. It really looks infused with love. Enjoy your journey inward for all it’s worth!
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What a wonderful comment Carin. Thank you so much for dropping by to read my post. xo
Wow. that’s really fabulous.
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that is a gorgeous easel
and I’m excited for you as you head
into this adventure
…what a grand attitude you have:)
peace and joy to you in the passionate pursuit
of your own lovely heart,
Jennifer
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Jennifer thank you for your unconditional and continued kindness and support. I hope to learn to paint as lovely as you do. I have been surrounded by so many amazing artists this past year, and part of me wants to join in all that fun.
That is so beautiful, Suzanne. A beautiful easel, a beautiful husband and a beautiful relationship. Good luck with your class and I can’t wait to see what you come up with!
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Lovely, lovely comment Amy, thank you. I’ll be sure to share the process of my painting. xo
What a gorgeous create space and easel! I’m with you on thinking you are meant to take that class this year. I look forward to seeing what you create.
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Thank you so much Naomi for sharing so beautifully. xo
A whole new part of you is going to express itself through your wonderful venture. It looks like it is contagious, because I have never seen such a beautifully built easel such as the one as Gary has completed. How great is it that the two of you get to grow by supporting each other! Wow!!!!!!!!!!!
Thank you Marge. You are so right, Gary was as excited as I was for the class and he was to build me the easel.
That is an awesome easel and the light in your living area is wonderful!!! How lucky you are
I took her class last year and it was SO good, you will enjoy it! Have fun and can’t wait to see your work!
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Hi Julie, I’m thrilled to hear that you did Flora’s intuitive painting class last year. So many have it seems and all such wonderful feedback from previous students. Thank you for sharing and I will share in return once I get going with the painting. xo
I love your photos. I commented on February Forum. I will be back to read about your painting course.
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Oh what a gorgeous easel Suzanne – and what a beautiful tangible showing of support and celebration from your husband! I’m so excited for you. I think you’re right this wonderful creative journey through Flora’s class is a perfect expression of your inward journey guiding star.
Your space is so lovely – and filled with great light. I can imagine you’ll be having great fun painting.
I very much look forward to be starting painting in a few more days. Thank you for your lovely comments. I will be sure to post what I will be doing. xo