~ The Grinch With Hanukkah upon us and the Christmas season quickly approaching, we tend to quickly scurry around and try to get everything checked off of our lists, instead of taking time to savor the season. It often becomes more about getting the latest tech gadget, newest handheld game, or biggest television rather than […]
~ Margaret Thatcher There is something about each and every season that I look forward to and love. Spring is a season of regrowth, flowers, sunshine, and warmer temperatures. Summer is full of family vacations, picnics, 4th of July, pool parties and time spent outdoors. Fall brings us cooler temperatures, sweaters, apple picking, pumpkins, hot apple
– Unknown Every family has Thanksgiving favorites and traditions. Some of the more popular ones are turkey, stuffing, parades, and of course, football. I saw a sign in a store recently that said: “There are four seasons: Winter, Spring, Summer, and Football” and I know that in our house, this is definitely true. A weekend doesn’t
“There are four seasons: Winter, Spring, Summer and Football.” Read More »
– Victor Hugo One of the key roles of writing our blog is stated front and center at the start of each post – to inspire! To that end, we would like to dedicate this week’s blog post to those who inspire us- the art educators who pour their heart and soul into teaching, challenging,
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“Today you can be anything you imagine.” -Unknown Whether you are in need of some last minute Halloween decorations, are looking for an activity to keep you and your children occupied during the impending storm, or are planning a Halloween fundraiser, here are some great ideas. We have scoured the internet and have found some
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– Lucy VanPelt “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown” Halloween is one of my favorite holidays and one that I look forward to every year. It is a holiday full of fun and creativity, where kids and adults alike take their imaginations to the limit and create wonderfully fanciful costumes. Whether you have your costume
-Bo Bennett As we settle into our newly established routines, teachers must inspire and motivate their students to maintain that back to school enthusiasm throughout the school year. I have nothing but the utmost respect and admiration for teachers and all that they do for our children. Creating fun, imaginative, and inspiring learning environments on a
“Enthusiasm is excitement with inspiration, motivation, and a pinch of creativity.” Read More »
― Ezra Pound This quote from Ezra Pound on art as a process of discovery seems quite appropriate considering that today we celebrate Columbus Day – a day set aside to honor the historical figure most often associated with discovering America. At Original Works we are so fortunate to have discovery taking place here on
-William H. Johnsen This is the quote that started it all for Original Works, and for me these are truly words to live by. Twenty three years ago when I wanted to order note cards of Alex’ artwork, there wasn’t a single business out there that would print short run items, especially of a child’s
“If it is to be, it is up to me!” Read More »
– Vincent van Gogh I love, love, love this quote! After all, where would we be without dreams? To me dreams provide the inspiration for action. They are the fuel that drives us toward our goals, whether that goal is painting a picture, getting an education, running a race or starting a business. I love
“I dream the painting and then paint the dream.” Read More »
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