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Love the warmth and life spring brings!
#spring#tireswing#sunsets#Illustration

Nicole
May 1, 20191 min read


Snow is upon us at the studio!
I love the rare few times it snows in our area. It is so beautiful and quiet.

Nicole
Feb 6, 20191 min read


As we pack up all the holiday decorations, we can plan for the new year!
I love the start of the New Year, it is a time to start fresh with new ideas, plans, and goals. I can't wait for all to come in 2019!

Nicole
Jan 2, 20191 min read


Art on Commission
I love doing work on commission whether it is an illustration or a Fine Art painting. The process to find out what my client wants and...

Nicole
Nov 7, 20181 min read


Time to Remember
This spring has been amazingly busy with completing the Peacepoles in downtown woodinville, being on the studio tour and taking my...

Nicole
Jun 13, 20181 min read


Monahan Studio on the Woodinville Studio Tour!
Stop by my studio on June 9th or 10th to see the studio and my art! While you are here, visit with the goats and chickens and walk our...

Nicole
May 9, 20181 min read


Art Class Outside In This Beautiful Weather!
The weather has been so nice this week, I took many of the art classes outside! So nice and relaxing to hear the birds and creek.

Nicole
Apr 25, 20181 min read


Create a Bit of Spring In The Studio!
Come to the studio for class or to hire me to create something special for you:) Spring is the perfect time!

Nicole
Apr 12, 20181 min read


Spring Is Here!
I love the spring, it is a time of new growth, warmth, and new beginnings. Time to start working out in the garden and greenhouse to...

Nicole
Mar 21, 20181 min read


Printmaking in the studio!
We often do printmaking classes and workshops in the studio. Here is a Valentine's Day inspired print.

Nicole
Feb 14, 20181 min read


Creating Art Helps People Solve Problems Better
I read a great article today about how art has no boundaries or rules, it is limitless, it helps people explore more options and have an...

Nicole
Jan 24, 20181 min read


Dancers dance, Painters paint
Many people believe that to be a good artist, you must be born that way. I do not agree. Now, some people are given a an extra bonus gift...

Nicole
Jan 6, 20181 min read


My new favorite eraser:)
Tombow MONO Zero Eraser, Round 2.3 mm. (click to buy) This little amazing eraser is beyond nice. It is a neccessity. Do you ever need to...

Nicole
Jan 6, 20181 min read


Andrew Wyeth is on exhibit at the SAM until Jan.15th!
Andrew Wyeth was an amazing artist who painted in a quiet but powerful way. His paintings are almost whispering and some might say a bit...

Nicole
Jan 6, 20181 min read
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