Let’s explore the fun of creating art! You will discover new techniques, be inspired to create, read stories of creative adventure and more. We'll talk about all things photography and painting.
Hobbyists, this is your blog for creating and nurturing your art hobby!
By Natalie Rotman Cote, Natalie's Art, LLC
Last weeks’ blog post titled “Inspired by Herons” was a popular one! So much so that I thought this week I’d share a bit more about the transformation of original...
Do you have a favorite bird? I just love to look at Herons. All kinds of Herons but particularly Great Blue Herons. Luckily for me, they are here in New England so I get to see them from...
We’ve all enjoyed trying something new. A new outfit, a new drink, a new recipe, a new book or movie or just about anything new! But have you tried something creative that is...
This week, I've had the honor and good fortune to be featured on Anne LaFollette’s blog and to be interviewed in her weekly live broadcast to her community #annesuniverse! Anne is my...
Flowers! Who doesn’t love flowers? I love them. Van Gogh loved them. We all love them! One of my first photography interests was learning how to photograph flowers. My...
Are you looking for creative inspiration? A little exercise maybe? Some fun time out in nature, the city, or along the coast? Even in your own neighborhood or backyard? I’ve got a...
What the heck is a .heic file? This question came in as an idea for a blog post from a reader and I thought yeah, I wonder about that too! If you have a fairly new model iPhone (11+) you...
While volunteering for “The Art of Recovery” program, I took my student art partner to Prescott Park. This park is a true gem on the seacoast of New Hampshire, USA. It is filled with...
This image evokes a bit of mystery. I am often asked ‘how did you get that image?’. It is such a fun story that I have to share it with you here. Read on for the story behind this image...