SUSAN'S . . . PLAYING AGAIN!

CAST OF THE SUN 10"h x 8"w pastel SOLD - PRIVATE COLLECTOR Where, oh where have I been? An involuntary hiatus struck . . .  I was sick. Just the typical crud. But the worst is behind and the sun is shining. So happy day and Memorial to you! 

puppy loves cupcakes * 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" pastel 8" square archival white matte, glass + gold frame SOLD - PRIVATE COLLECTOR * Courtesy of Tirage Gallery The smell of fresh-baked cupcakes makes a puppy smile. Thank you Zahra for use of your happy little fellow!

smiles from zahra Zahra from Albuquerque returns . . . I think she draws more than I do.

REGAL RED * 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" pastel 8" square archival white matte, glass + gold frame * Courtesy of Tirage Gallery And . . . these two pastries are on their own road  trip to Tirage Gallery in Pasadena. It's a good day to grab a coffee and see some art! MEXICAN DELIGHT * 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" pastel 8" square archival white matte, glass + gold frame *  Courtesy of  Tirage Gallery

z. z. zap! * 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" pastel 8" square archival white matte, glass + gold frame SOLD! *Courtesy of  Tirage Gallery Oh no  . . . the sprinkles cupcake is being attacked! Wicked . . .  Jello.

ANGELO . . . BUT WE CALL HIM JELLO Even though he didn't claim it, Godzilla has been Jello's  obsession for years and years and years.  There's so many Godzillas - from tall to small - lined up in  his room. So of course Jello sent me a Godzilla drawing  for Kids Korner.  What a challenge!

MY CUP IS HALF FILLED Courtesy of Tirage Gallery Today is a new day of promise, hopes and dreams. Pursue all . . .

ZOE'S BLING .  .  .   OF COLOR * 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" pastel, glass + gold frame SOLD - PRIVATE COLLECTOR * Courtesy of Tirage Gallery Such a good day. . . the sun is shining, the sky is blue and I met Chef Oliver! Or should I say Baker?  Unsure of the proper title, but still was such a thrill.  He is the master of baked artistry at Heaven Sent Desserts . Every day there is a limited selection of cupcakes, yet each and every one is astounding. Even has a Guiness beer cupcake, which was a heavenly delight. Please click on their name to learn more. I have used many of Chef Oliver's creations for Kids Korner props. Zoe's Bling . . . of Color - pictured above- is a raspberry treat. I am deeply indebted to your wizardly Chef Oliver. Thank you! (And so is my husband, for he eats my props.)

PEEK-A-BOO RED * 10"h x 8"w pastel, glass + gold leaf frame * Courtesy of Tirage Gallery PEEK-A-BOO RED is one of several paintings  now on display at Tirage Gallery   in Pasadena, CA. This definitely will be a fun show for there is  everything from a pink elephant to cupcakes. What more could a person ask for? To view more of the exhibit click here .

RAIN AT THE BADLANDS 11"h x 14"w pastel $625 So excited! The two paintings pictured are included in the   Pastel Society  of New Mexico's  Signature Members Show , so in transit to the Millicient Rogers Museum  of Taos, New Mexico. The exhibit runs from May 27th to June 26th, with the Artists Reception on Saturday, May 28th from 2 to 4pm. The Museum is open daily from 10am to 5pm.  AT THE BLUE MESA 11"h x 14"w pastel on wood cradled board $625

FLOWER POWER 2 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" pastel 8" square archival white matte, glass + gold frame SOLD - PRIVATE COLLECTOR Frosting . . . fluffy. Flowers . . . flirty.  Fabulous!

A SELECTION OF KIDS KORNER ART * * courtesy of T irage Gallery   Kids Korner art is traveling! The four shown above are part of the selection  on exhibit at  Tirage Gallery .   Titled Unique Visions, the show opens May 16th  with an Artists Reception on Saturday May 21st from 5 to 7pm.  The gallery is located at One West California Blvd, Pasadena, CA Additional information and sales may be obtained through  Tirage Gallery at www.tirageart.com or phoning 626-405-1020.

RED, RED, RED TUMBLE * * courtesy of Tirage Gallery 10"h x 8" w pastel $495 + $25 insured priority shipping  I stumble . . .   a hurried glance . . .   who is watching?

RED VELVET FIESTA 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" pastel 8" square archival white matte, glass + gold frame SOLD - PRIVATE COLLECTOR The background draping is so festive,  that I just want to shout party time!   And I gyrated to some great dancing music while I worked. Twist + shout . . .   so   fun!

BOUQUET . . . LOVE Bless the innocence and sweet while cherishing each day. All is a fragile gift.  Happy Mothers Day!

GOT FROSTING? Oops . . .  I have been busy eating my donuts  while the Contessa has been preparing a counter-attack.  Thankfully my little soldiers were lined up or would have frosting in my eyes. But, still caught with my mouth open :) Check here to see Kelley's latest while I get a'cracking with some art.   

ians teepee + tiny cupcake 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" pastel 8" square archival white matte, glass + gold frame SOLD - PRIVATE COLLECTOR Ian's colors have a punch . . . so bold, bright and fun ! And the teeny-tiny cupcake has the same  markings as the teepee.

bright . .   .  bright colors for ian Ian comes to Kids Korner from California. His style is bold, bright and fun . . . welcome Ian!

My soldier is back in place guarding the donut front . . . supposedly there will be a very early morning attack.  So happy my guards are out, for it will probably be while I'm asleep.  Click here to see if the Contessa is true to her word.   

RED SHADES 2 3 1/2" x 3 1/2" mixed media 6" round striped distressed frame $100 + $5 insured priority shipping Well I'm really skipping along here from kids art to nudes.  Have a day that you feel vulnerable and exposed?  Yep . . .  today is a day like that. But never fear . . . I have red shades to protect.

the baker 4 1/2" X 4 1/2" pastel SOLD - PRIVATE COLLECTOR   Little Valorie had a vision at 5 years old .  .  .  not only did she become an artist, but also an incredible baker!

little valorie hails from california Everyone - not just the young - can participate in Kids Korner .  And Valorie is a fitting example.  This little Artist created her drawing several (uhm. . . a stretch here) years ago.  Pretty amazing for a 5 year old!