Monthly Archives: February 2012

Greene Ink Press Website Updated

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Jenny

Last year I posted about designing the Greene Ink Press website for my sister-in-law, Kendra, who has graduated from the University of Iowa’s Center for the Book and is now pursuing a career in writing and letterpress.  When I first … Continue reading →

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More fused glass

Posted on February 23, 2012 by Jenny

I really spent a lot of time at the glass workshop leading up to Christmas.  Not only was it a bit slower for me in December, but I also was commissioned to do a window vase in sea glass colors … Continue reading →

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Four Colorful Pears

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Jenny

Around Christmastime, I seemingly had a little bit more free time than I do at present.  Anyway that, combined with being charged to paint a picture for my Aunt Ellie for Christmas, combined with putting together an Easter painting for … Continue reading →

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Painting with friends is an enjoyable way to spend the afternoon!

Posted on February 16, 2012 by Jenny

Last fall, my friend Patti contacted me about possibly getting together to paint.  Patti is an artist as well and has a flexible schedule, so it sounded like a great idea to me.  One beautiful, crisp fall day I went … Continue reading →

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Rivers of Living Water

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Jenny

When I was in Seminary in New Jersey, I really thought I was abandoning design and painting, but discovered so many types of those opportunities presented themselves to me while I was out there, studying theology.  Although that is interesting … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Chip Waffles

Posted on February 9, 2012 by Jenny

Another tasty breakfast!  In honor of Valentines Day Weekend(-ish), I will post one of Gavin’s favorite breakfasts that I made last year.  I found this recipe through the Tasty Kitchen website, and have made it several times and really enjoy … Continue reading →

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White Flowers Watercolor Painting

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Jenny

This is another watercolor painting I did in my love/hate Tuesday class last October.  I have no idea what kind of flowers those are — I found the picture in an Arizona magazine the instructor brought in.  My Aunt Trisha … Continue reading →

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Cliffs at the Beach Watercolor Painting

Posted on February 2, 2012 by Jenny

Last fall I occasionally attended a local watercolor class on Tuesday afternoons.  I debate about the class – on the one hand, the class does not offer much instruction and the work I do in class is often better than … Continue reading →

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