Tag Archives: inspiration

My Creative Process

Posted on August 22, 2026 by joanienaz

Inspiration is ellusive, but a favorite activity, like a morning walk, encourages the muse. When I attempt to move a roadblock from the path of my story plot, I think about the possibilities, instead of obsessing about the barrier. Ideas … Continue reading →

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California Snow

Posted on December 7, 2013 by joanienaz

If you grew up in suburban California, snow in your yard was something that happened once in a blue moon. An inch of fluffy white stuff was scraped into tiny snowballs and hurled at siblings before it all melted away … Continue reading →

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There Comes a Time-or Two

Posted on November 7, 2013 by joanienaz

There comes a time when you grow weary of flailing against the unyielding realities of life and take a step back. Although you don’t really want to. You regroup, explore your options. Complain bitterly about the unfairness of it all. … Continue reading →

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A Wildflower Tapestry

Posted on May 9, 2013 by joanienaz

There are countless talented fiber artists in the world, and I have always admired those who create art in the form of tapestries and quilts. It takes inner vision to see a work of art, and great patience to make … Continue reading →

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Heart Art

Posted on February 14, 2013 by joanienaz

In honor of St. Valentine’s Day today, I was inspired to create heart art. After I colored several hearts by layering Prismacolor pencil, I cut them out. Then I used them as stencils for a watercolor painting. Several layers of Prussian Blue and Alizarin Crimson … Continue reading →

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Silly Geese

Posted on January 28, 2013 by joanienaz

Canada geese congregate in our area during the winter months, wherever there is a stretch of open grass. They can be found feeding and looking quite majestic in horse pastures and near grazing cattle. They even populate the baseball diamond … Continue reading →

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A Writing Contest!

Posted on January 22, 2013 by joanienaz

January flowers are full of hope! When I opened the file of my National Novel Writing Month document two days ago, the novel I began on November first of last year, the date on it was December 2. I hadn’t … Continue reading →

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The Daily Writing Habit

Posted on January 17, 2013 by joanienaz

The weather has begun to change here in the Northern California foothills, from the frosty days of the past week or two to sunny skies and warmer temperatures. As my brain has thawed, I have been getting back to my writing. … Continue reading →

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Picture a Day #352 – Movie Night

Posted on December 30, 2012 by joanienaz

Last night I went to the movies with my oldest daughter. We drove across town to a tiny theatre which has been divided in two, but the size of the cinema made no difference. The movie we enjoyed transported us to another … Continue reading →

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Picture a Day #329 – Lake Erie Sunset

Posted on December 9, 2012 by joanienaz

It’s been quite some time since I posted images from a trip that I took with my husband Sam across the US. We drove our Subaru Forester, and spent seven weeks camping, visiting friends and family, and exploring natural areas as … Continue reading →

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