Happy New Year!

Wishing you an inspiring, and uplifting celebration
of the New Year...

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Art and Wear

I love that most artists are comfortable enough in their own skin, 
that they could wear plastic sheaths with duct tape holding them together.
As much as I am into the avant-garde, and (some days) the
I don't give a crap look, I like to put together a unique and comfortable 
outfit as much as I can. The rain is turning into snow, and my boots are in

full use mode.I like to be comfortable and chic most days, 

and this outfit is a go to for the cold, sometimes snowy, sometimes misty,

Seattle days...

Outfitting The Artist by jennifer ament featuring wellies boots

New Year Renewal...

Just returned from a much needed trip of warmth and water, 

and feel re-energized and re-charged. Looking forward to the 

New Year and new opportunities all around.

So GRATEFUL for my followers, and my new, (and old) friends.

Happy New Year!

Grandma Moses 1860 - 1961

Christmas at Home - 1946

So Long Till next Year - 1960

Of all American painters, Grandma Moses is no doubt,

one of my top ten all time favorites. When I look at her

paintings, I am immediately struck by the warmth, and 

comfort that she is able to convey. Traditional Americana

at it's finest.To have one of these gems in my home at 

Christmas time would be pure bliss. 

Merry Christmas everyone!

Flying By...

This is pretty much how I feel like life is moving right now...
At bullet train speed... This photograph series called 
Shinkansen, by Tim Lisko, are pictures taken with open

shutter, while on the high-speed bullet train from Tokyo to Osaka.

See more of his work here- Triangulation Blog

Shop to Visit : Souvenir

If you have not had a chance to visit Souvenir in Ballard,Washington,

you are seriously missing out on a visual feast, and utter shock of 

the senses. Shock, in a good way. The talent and taste of the artists 

that occupy space, and of the owner of this store, Curtis Steiner, never

disappoint.  Curtis Steiner is the Simon Doonan of Seattle window 

displays, and this little shop's window's are as delightful as Bergdorf's 

and Barney's at Christmas, if not more so...

The intricate work of artsist, Patti Grazini, is featured here

this month, and what she is able to do with old paper is magical.

These pieces are around18 inches tall and dressed in 18th c.

costumes. Each piece hides behind a mask and when looking

closer reveal faces underneath.

A wolf faced woman, a rabbit jumping rope in her best easter

clothes, a wolf with a crown...

These pieces are whimsical, mysterious, and perfectly delicate.

There is something gothically beautiful here...

The baby in the mask? With the old stroller?

I was, and still am...gasping for breath....

The storefront, always delightful...

The one on the left is my favorite. It is a woman holding a
caged blackbird.

Curtis is an insanely talented artist as well, he makes cards,
 jewelry, and much more.

Another reason to visit is Curtis Steiner's fabulous 

curation of jewelry...

Uhhh, that arrow pin??? I would die....;)

Even the pricing is gorgeous...

I LOVE to see that people are buying this

amazing work...(and if any of you are balking at the

prices, please remember not to under-estimate the

work that goes into these one of a 

kind gems...) 

Look at the amazing detail...

Visit Souvenir's website here

Have a GREAT weekend and remember to SHOP LOCAL!

Photo's by Jennifer Ament and Souvenir

When the Dog Bites...When the Bee Stings...

These are a few of my FAVORITE things....

 

What are your Favorite Things?

HAVE A WARM & WONDERFUL WEEKEND!

1. Amazing Chocolate, Amazing Tea. 2. Beautiful Furniture. 3. Outdoor Christmas Markets. 4. Hiking in the Woods. 5. Impromptu Piano Playing. 6. Great Music Makers. 7. Lovely Frocks. 8. Great Christmas Music and Old Album Covers. 9. Jewelry. 10. Old Record Players, Pretend Record Players for Future music Lovers. 11. Cookbooks and Old Books. 12. Jewelry. 13. Art, of course...

Looking Inside : A Personal Wall of Art

Erin Wasson is the ultimate "Cool Girl"...
She is creative and artsy, she is not a follower, 
and has her very own sense of style....
This wall shows me that she wants to wake up everyday and be 
reminded of her travels, her passions, and things that are 
meaningful to HER, and not the masses...


Via-The Selby

A Master...

Chuck Close...Brillant is the only word I have to say, along with one of my favorite quotes EVER...

"I always thought that inspiration is for amateurs. The rest of us just show up and get to work”-Chuck Close


See his process here

Holiday Baking on my Mind...

Lots of baking has been happening at my house!!
Holiday treats are so wonderful to give as gifts to your neighbors and friends.
Giving, not getting, is the BEST feeling in the world...
Have a delicious weekend!!


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Holiday High

This is one of the most beautifully decorated holiday havens I have seen this year...I LOVE the crisp feel, and for me the real show is the windows...Any home that lets in all of this natural light, is a winner to me...The cozy feel is a major bonus...Who would not want to come home for Christmas, to this lovely setting?

Photo Via-Skona Hem