While working I always relaxed by doing something "artsy" depending on what I was in to at the time i.e. painting clothing, embroidery, etc. When I became disabled and unable to work doing something artsy became what kept me from losing my mind. I took a few jewelry making classes and have sense checked out library books, purchased books, "invented" things to do and just plain practiced, practiced, practiced different mediums to keep myself sane (well I guess that depends on who you are talking to). There are several types of "art" that I love. I love to photograph flowers, insects, the outdoors in general. I even had a one man show at the main library in my county March 2009. I love wire work, clay both for jewelry and in small sculpture, and bead jewelry if it's big - I just can't keep my fingers on those darn seed beads! I would love to try to paint with watercolors again, it has been years. To date I have not sold anything, I donate it to various charities and give it away to friends and family. The problem for the past year though is that life has gotten in the way of creativity and it has really brought me down. I need to get back to my creative side, it's more fun!
