Illustration Friday ~ HAUNT

A couple of gals just hangin' out at their favorite HAUNT.

To see the myriad of takes on the prompt, hop on over to Illustration Friday and check out all of the marvelous artwork there is to see.

Original 4" x 4" collage is available in my Etsy shop.

© Nancy Lefko

New in my Etsy Shop

New in my Etsy shop are the completed demos I began in my workshop at Art Is...You Art Retreat over Columbus Day weekend.

In MIXED MEDIA MANTRAS we created canvases rich in color & design and added inspirational words. It was a great class with wonderfully creative ladies. Finishing these canvases brought me back to the fun we shared that day...great memories.

Original 8" x 8"collages, on gallery wrapped deep profile canvas, available in my Etsy shop.

© Nancy Lefko

Memories from "Art Is...You"

Columbus Day weekend found me at the long-awaited Art Is...You Art Retreat in Stamford, CT.

My artful fun began on Friday evening in Sue Pelletier's "Sweater Sculptures" class where we created and laughed for three hours. Thanks Sue, for the instruction, inspiration and FUN!

This was followed by relaxation in the Stamford Sheraton bar with dear friends reunited at this wonderful retreat.

Saturday I taught "Mixed Media Mantras" to a fabulous group of talented ladies. We had a wonderfully creative day together...

...just check out the amazing results!

Following class, I dined with a great group of ladies...(Elizabeth, I wish you were in this photo.)

...and then we attended the Art Trunk in the hotel atrium. Oh my... table after table of gorgeousness. Yes indeed, a little shopping ensued.

And then of course, back to the watering hole to reflect on the day and LAUGH out loud with wonderful friends.

Sunday morning, before my artful adventure came to a close, a delicious "Breakfast for the Brave" was shared by all. We were entertained by a wonderful songstress and enlightened by a panel of artists sharing their stories of bravery.

From start to finish the retreat was magic in every way and I only wish that my time there could have lasted longer. However, I know that the memories made will stay with me always.

My sincere thanks to Sallianne & Ellen who work tirelessly to provide the best of the best for all attendees and faculty.

If you have ever considered treating yourself to an art retreat, then THIS is the one for you! See you in Stamford...October 2013.

Illustration Friday ~ MIRROR

Just under the wire, here's my submission for Illustration Friday's MIRROR prompt.

"a good friend is the best mirror."

To see the myriad of takes on the prompt, hop on over to Illustration Friday and check out all of the marvelous artwork there is to see.

Original 6" x 6" collage on gallery-wrapped canvas is available in my Etsy shop.

© Nancy Lefko