It’s also a way to kind of renew my passion in my art. Practicing mindfulness reminds me of how lucky I am to be living my passion. I need to be in the right frame of mind to produce my best work in the studio.īefore I head into the studio, it’s important to remind myself of my “why.” I like to think of three reasons I am grateful for being an artist and three to five things I want to accomplish during the day in my work.
What does your day-to-day look like in terms of running the business?īecause my work days are usually self-structured, morning routines are especially important. Private events (bachelorettes, retreats, girls night) What was once someone’s lemon turns into my lemonade.ĭriftwood Wreath workshops (both in-person and online) Knotty stands for the more knots in the wood the better, and lemon, someone’s trash turns into someone’s treasure.
He said he usually tosses them in the bonfire. The distorted grain patterns, exceptional colors, and impressive designs in each piece that cannot be recreated by anyone else other than Mother Nature herself.Ī friend of mine was making furniture out of reclaimed wood a few years ago and I asked what he was planning to do with the scraps. There is just something remarkable about barn boards and unwanted pallets. There is an extraordinary beauty in using raw reclaimed wood. Whether it be spending time on the trails, lakes or the beach I have been passionate about enjoying natural surroundings to its fullest. The desire to work with raw materials and paint have been a hobby of mine for as long as I can remember. I was always drawing and painting as a child. I can’t remember a time in my life when I did not think of myself as an artist. What inspired you to start this, and how did it come to be? Everything she writes is right on the money.” – K.W.Tell me about Knotty Lemon Designs. “Marina Schauffler has hit another one out of the park. “ was the most delightfully written article I have EVER read… It was a joy to read. Reminds me of how–when your parent wants you to really hear something, she whispers rather than yells.” - C.H., Washington, Maine “ I read your Sea Change column regularly and enjoy your point of view and the clarity with which you express yourself… You have a nice touch with words. “This is a remarkable, fresh, beautiful perspective on islands, on life, indeed, on limits.” – J.E., Freeport, Maine “You always inspire me to want to do better personally (and I hope it has the same effect on other readers).” – P.G., Portland, Maine “Makes me think about my own habits and way of life.” – N.M., Rockland, Maine
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