I know that, typically, I shouldn’t be reformatting and redesigning “live” … but couldn’t resist living the metaphor. The new side bar “WELCOME” gives you a clue of where I am heading  and my new header is on the drawing board now!

Come back and see what kind of messes I will be making …

Feng Shui Eyes Focus on Art: Magic or Just Good Design?

You decide! Join us as we explore the world of art as seen through the eyes of Feng Shui. Whether you are an art lover, an artist, an interior decorator or simply someone who wants to feel good about what your walls are saying – you will walk away with a new view and an appreciation of the power art offers to your personal space!

Don’t Miss this Complimentary Event. 

Presented by Bernadette Rose Smith of Enlightened Interiors and hosted by The Hampton Fine Art Gallery.

Date: Thursday, February 25, 2010
Time: 4:30 – 6:00 PM
Place: Hampton Fine Art Gallery, Greensboro, GA

For Directions: Click Here.

The dramatic “Lady in Red” featured in the gallery photo above is a Handpainted Silk on Canvas by Lynn Meek.

You can see more of Lynn’s work, like this gorgeous Geisha Silk Wrap to the left, at Silk Siren.

spring: 1. to rise above.
fling: 1. to throw. 2. a brief time of wild pleasures.

Before. Yipes!

After. It's a Miracle!

Are you suffering from redund-abundance? Subscriptionitis? Paperyosis? Do you catch yourself clutter-muttering when you can’t find something? Have you lost your office? Your car? Are you merging two households? Moving an aging parent? Are you ready to downsize and set sail into your me-time? Then spring-fling-it!

So much stuff. So many decisions. So little time. This workshop offers hands-on hope for all Closet Clutterers, Life in the Fast-Laners, C.H.A.O.S. Sufferers (Can’t Have Anyone Over Syndrome) and anyone in between who wants to be more organized and less overwhelmed by “stuff.” With over a decade of “digging out” experience, I will show you how to take control. My approach is playful, creative and guilt-free.

LEARN HOW TO STOP FLAILING AND START FLINGING!

Eliminate your clutter and the stress that comes along with it.

Identify where you are, where you want to go, and what’s holding you back.

Dialog with your space so you can shed sentimental stuff without regret.

Find a system that works with your personality and not against it.

Create a doable plan of action to transform your home or workplace.

Maintain your space to keep up with the flow of your life!

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LOCATION: Spring Schedule to be announced. Please check back or join my Facebook page for announcements.

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Contact Bernadette to register for this workshop. Materials provided. Pre-Registration is recommended.

Don’t miss out on your fling!

Feng Shui With A Twist: an unexpected or different direction, method, or slant.

Before the Twist

After the Twist!

Why the Twist? Have you read the books and watched the TV shows only to find yourself more confused about how Feng Shui works or where to begin? Do you feel like harmony and balance in your home is a good idea but your Feng Shui IQ mutated into IQ-ITIS? (I Quit It Is Too Hard.) Are you new to Feng Shui and just want a fun way to satisfy your curiosity and explore what this life-enriching practice has to offer? This workshop is for you!

What the Bleep is Fun-Shway? Bernadette’s playful, exploratory approach shows you how to activate the power of intention and attract into your home – and life – the best “chi for me.”

Fun-Shway is an attitude that offers a new pair of glasses through which to view what Feng Shui can do for you.

Start Fun-Shwaying!

Learn how to work with one of Feng Shui’s most powerful tools.

Activate a simple formula for tapping into the power of intention. (It’s no secret. Feng Shui works with the law of attraction!)

Learn to dialog with your space so you can decide what goes where and why.

Discover why centering and comfort zones are so important to the Feng Shui focus.

With over a decade of Feng Shui experience to share, Bernadette will show you how to see your home through Feng Shui eyes.

Don’t Miss These Workshops!

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LOCATION: Spring Schedule To Be Announced. Please check back or join my Facebook page for announcements!

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Contact Bernadette to register for this workshop. Materials provided. Pre-Registration is recommended.

LOCATION: Greenville, South Carolina

DATE: Spring of 2010. To Be Announced

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PLACE: Unity Church of Greenville

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Contact Unity Church to register for this workshop. Materials provided. Pre-Registration is recommended.

“It is time to look beyond the stereotypes to glimpse what creativity makes possible for all of us.”

Gene D. Cohen M.D., Ph.D, from The Creative Age: Awakening Human Potential in the Second Half of Life

Senior Art Exhibition Offers Each Of Us That Creative Glimpse: Over 100 pieces of art are on display at the Newton County Public Library, after which the exhibition moves to the Turner Lake Complex for a One-day Sale and Raffle Drawing to benefit the art program at Newton Senior Services.

Come see what a little creativity can do for all of us – no matter what our age!

Opening Night “Meet & Greet:” Meet the artists, their art and creativity coach – Ray Smith – and the Newton County Senior Services staff. November 8 from 6 PM to 8 PM. Newton County Library. 

Fund Raiser Raffle: Limited Edition Print donated by Ray Smith, entitled Journey of The Red Umbrella is on display at the library. Beautifully framed and matted. Valued at $400. Tickets on sale now through NCSS at 770-787-0038, and Art Class members. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to treat yourself and support the art program at the same time.

Art Exhibition & One-Day Sale: Many framed and matted pieces, as well as limited edition prints, will be available for sale at NCSS on Tuesday, November 27 from 10 AM to 5 PM.

Give the gift of art! Proceeds benefit the Newton County Senior Services Art Program. Please consider becoming a sponsor or giving a donation to the NCSS Art Program. When you support your local seniors and the arts, you support yourself and your community.

What Students With No Previous Drawing Experience Are Saying 

Kristine's Portrait Studies on Right

Kristine, 60’s •  I have been in the field of decorative painting and crafts but have no experience drawing. I have always found that art of any kind lifts you out of your circumstances. There is satisfaction  in working with your hands and much pleasure is derived from creativity. You cannot concentrate on a drawing and on your circumstances at the same time. I am learning to “see” differently …

Beverly, 60’s •  The drawing class is helping me to “let go,” appreciate our differences, realize limitations, and ask for help when I need it. The fellowship within the class has also given me the ability to talk to strangers.

Hazel, 91 •  I always thought I would like to try something like this but just never had the opportunity. I have enjoyed the fellowship. It has also made me look at things in a different way. They say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks but here is one who is still trying and enjoying every minute.

Florence, 80’s •  Art gives me a wonderful feeling of being mentally and physically alert at my age.

Evelyn, 75 •  I found that I love to draw flowers and get lost in my work. Learning to draw has helped me to respect myself and have confidence that I can do it. Like the Little Red Train, I can do it!

Lillie •  Being here has given me a feeling of accomplishment. I’ve gained confidence. My life has value. I have learned to express joy and to laugh more. I see how art can be expressed in different forms.

Lois, 60’s •  I have gained the emotional freedom to try something new. Always I have wanted to learn how to draw but never had the courage to try. I walk into the class and, suddenly, I’m drawing pictures! Thank you, Ray, for sharing your knowledge and love of art with me.

What Students With Previous Drawing Experience Are Saying 

Pastel by Lillian Trau

Lillian T •  We’re not gonna be put on the shelf. We still have life. We still have spark. And we still have zest! 

Beth B •  I haven’t worked with art for years but wanted to learn more. I had three semesters of art in school but have never had anyone show me the basics of drawing. I have more confidence in my artwork and self. I love stretching the “right side of my brain.” Drawing has even helped the arthritis in my hands. 

The Impact of the Art Class in Special Life Circumstances 

As a child, Evelyn W’s instincts were to use her left hand but she was disciplined to use her right so she started the NCSS drawing class as a right-handed person. After struggling to draw, Ray encouraged her to try drawing with her left hand. She eagerly accepted the switch and, at 80 plus years of age, she was doing wonderful work and advanced to experimenting with color. Before she passed on, Evelyn was as excited as a kid at Disney World about discovering her artist self.

Though drawing is often viewed as a solitary, self-motivated activity, it is obvious that in “casting the net” this class caught the attention and participation of some that would never have known the joy and healing that comes with being the artist!