and an Artful Blogging Give Away Opportunity
Welcome to Texture Tuesday….
Let’s continue the free & easy TT theme……shall we? Easy Peasy…..
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So excited to share a photo of the winter issue of Artful Blogging….. Isn’t it gorgeous? … I would have taken more photos….but I ran out of light. Gosh the days are getting short….
This is extra special to me…..cause I’m inside…. and on the cover…. Big gratitude to Stampington….. for this feature.
It’s an honor to be included in this beautiful publication… So many inspired bloggers…. and uplifting stories…..
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I was thrilled when Artful Blogging asked me to submit my story…as part of their Golden Oldie series…. (not as in old and grey (well maybe just a little grey)…but as in…. a returning contributor)….
It’s been almost 5 years since my first feature in Artful Blogging… Such a gift to return and share my updated story……
Blogging changed my life…. It’s been an amazing journey…… I’m so grateful to each of you that follows along… Thank you.
If you are new to my site…. perhaps you read the story in Artful Blogging…
Welcome…… You have entered an amazing community of creatives…..
A Story…Behind the Story
Just 2 Days before the editor of Artful Blogging emailed me, I was on the Stampington site looking around…. I grabbed my journal and wrote… Write for Stampington….. Submit an article for Artful Blogging….
2 days later…(and I’m completely serious) an email inviting me to share my story in the winter issue of Artful Blogging…..
How cool is that?
Amazing things happen when we set our intentions….and move in the direction of our dreams…. Even small steps can lead to beautiful blessings…..
Trust the Process…..
I think I shared here before…
I have CONCEIVE – BELIEVE – ACHIEVE on post-its around my house…..
I love sprinkling inspiration here and there…Gentle reminders….. to keep moving forward….
Think on it… conceive…..believe….. achieve…..
Good…isn’t it?
Give Away Opportunity
To celebrate my Artful Blogging feature…I’d like to send a copy of the Winter Artful Blogging issues to one lucky commenter….
to enter simply say hello in the comments….. I will announce the winner on Friday.
Good luck!
Society 6 Shop – A Work in Progress
Yay! I opened a shop on Society 6…. I’ve been thinking on this for almost a year…. A good friend gave me the nudge I needed last week to finally take the leap.
For those who have written about ordering prints…. pop over and check it out…….. More to come soon….
Not Just Prints….
There’s lot of other products such as …..tote bags, clocks and iPhone/iPad cases and skins,framed prints, prints on canvas….I ordered a few items last night…Once they arrive I will post some pics and details….. I’m most excited to receive the new iPhone case….
Anyhow, pop over and check it out… I will be uploading lots of my art… over the next few weeks…. (slow and steady…..it all takes time)…..
Here’s a just few of the products available.
Today’s Recipe
Yep, I’m still photographing fallen leaves… I just can’t help myself…
Cropped, toned and tweaked in Lightroom. I used a new preset called chocolate….. Then into Photoshop…
I applied today’s texture Thursday at soft light 67% opacity….and that was that….. I love how it brought out the details in the table…..
Texture Lovin’ Listers…the download link will be coming your way shortly…… Not on the list… scroll down below to sign up and begin receiving your freebies today.
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Happy TT… Until next time….with gratitude….and so much love….
xo,
So nice to see you buzzing with all facets of life.
Inspirational just to see your enthusiasm.
Thanks for letting it spill over into our lives.
Wow! Congratulations … on the article and on the shop!
PS Speaking of shops – Anthropologie has opened at Polo Park Mall … and it’s wonderful! Hope you get a chance to make a fun trip into the city to check it out sometime soon.
Bravo! Congrats to you Kim. You deserve all the success you can “conceive, believe, achieve”!! You have worked hard for it.I’m going to pick up a copy tomorrow!
xo
Marilyn
Congratulations, how wonderful!
Congratulations on your magazine article! I’m so happy for you!
Congratulations Kim for being featured in Artful blogging…I’m so glad for you! I’ll try to see how to find one, I’ve never seen it in magazine stands in France but maybe can be ordered online.
I love your pictures of autumn leaves, they are so soft and sweet and have a kind of nostalgia mood…
I’ve thrown an eye at your new shop, every item is fabulous, so great to see the pictures we’ve been used to see on your blog now on a tray or a tote bag!!
Fantastic news Kim so much for you to share.
Congratulations on being published! Must try to get a copy!
Congratulations for your Artful Blogging feature, and for opening a new shop too! So many exquisite items! I love your pretty autumn still lives. :)
I LOVE THIS MAGAZINE – congratulations Kim!! If anyone should be in this magazine it should be you! You CONSTANTLY inspire so many of us! And a gorgeous issue it is! I hope I win – but if now will definitively be buying this one!! and congrats on getting the shop up and running too!!
congratulations, Kim – that is an honor and very exciting – good for you!
Congratulations Kim,
Hard work, dedication, and dreams do come true. You deserve it and I know you are grateful!!!!!
Please tell me you are doing a happy dance! Congratulations on the article, the cover photo, and the shop. You are flourishing – and it’s a joy to be a part of this journey together. Of course, I’d love to win a copy, but you can be sure I’ll buy one anyway!
Your pictures of leaves . . . so perfectly crumbled and cracked. . . the richness leaves a profound sense of gratitude. Thank you for hosting this gathering of artists, giving us a place to share our work and tell our stories.
Oh my! Many congratulations, Kim! For you to be in Artful Blogging, on the cover, is so fitting … you should be a regular contributor! Congrats on the new shop … how very exciting! You are such an inspiration!
Congratulations on the Artful Blogger feature and your new shop. Well deserved.
Congrats, Kim on both the article and the shop!
Oh, Kim! I’m so excited for you! Congratulations … and well deserved at that. You are an inspiration and you have inspired me in many ways far beyond photography, editing and blogging. You’ve inspired my life.
xo
How exciting, Kim! and definitely deserved!
WOW!! I am so excited for you Kim! Can’t wait to see your article. You deserve this, have earned this…and so much more. Now…about this Society 6 project. I’m on my way there now to check it out.
xoxo
Cindy
Congratulations! With both your article and your new shop! You are following your passions and at the same time showing us anything is possible, giving strength to our own dreams. That is truly powerful. I can’t wait to read the article…
Too awesome, and congrats on the latest feature! Society 6 was my choice for a gallery too. Work in progress….. The leaves are starting to turn here finally.
Congratulations on your second article!
How exciting for you Kim ! So well deserved ! Your enthusiasm is so inspiring to me and I know to everyone who follows you :) I’m off to check out your new shop !
Kim, how wonderful! I love how the Universe’s response to your intention was already in the works even as you wrote it down. Congratulations on the article and your new shop.
Congratulations on being published again, Kim – I love Artful Blogging, it is so inspiring.
I have been thinking about a shop on Society 6 myself – perhaps one day I’ll actually do it. Yours is a great reminder! Thank you.
Loving this series of textures.
Pick me for the magazine.
Oh I know you just will, smiling!
I honestly have NO CLUE as to how you keep up with all that you do! You are so amazing and such an inspiration! YOU GO GIRL! xo
Congratulations! I first learned of you from Artful Blogging all those years ago (has it been that long?) and have been admiring your work and sweet honesty ever since.
Looking forward to seeing this issue and to checking out your shop. As always you inspire…
Congrats on being published – I have long viewed and appreciated your approach to photography and your staging.
Lynne
Hello, and congratulations on being in Artful Blogger. :) what fun.
Congratulations Kim!
So awesome and I’m very proud about how you manage your life, keep being looking forward and not giving up! You deserve this honor to be published in Artful Blogging.
The mag looks very inspiring and I would love to win a copy as I can’t buy it here. :)
I also wish you all the best for your shop on society6!
Xo,
Skye
Between Click magazine and Artful Blogging-I get full of creative juices! Huge congrats on the feature Kim. I’m really very happy for you. Count me in to try and win a copy!! Xo
Congratulations Kim…wonderful news of both of your new adventures.
Hi Kim. Double congratulations! First, for the recognition and appreciation of your work within the pages of Artful Blogging, and first again, for your new Society 6 shop. Both important steps on your journey. I’m delighted for you!
Hello from the Netherlands :)
How awesome to have your photo’s in this magazine, something to dream about :) but who knows. Congratulations to you, I’m enjoying your wonderful fall photo’s !!!!
Lily
Congrats on being featured again Kim, so exciting for sure!
Congrats on your well deserved feature in a beautiful magazine Kim! Can’t wait to see it. I am a new member of your test kitchen and in the few lessons I have taken so far, I have learned so much. Thank you!
Congratulations! I know you have to be thrilled about the magazine feature. Please include my name in the drawing. Thank you!
That phone case is pretty. Too bad it does not fit my phone. The wood boards are lovely too.
Comgrats !! Looking forward to reading it
Congrats!! Well deserved! Your upbeat attitude even through the darkest days are truly an inspiration. Love your style…thanks for sharing.
Thank you, Kim, for your generosity…your art, textures, tutorials, vulnerability and persistence…all these are an encouragement to me, and to so many others. May the generosity and kindness you display be returned to you 100 times over!
Hello Kim and fellow creatives, lovely to be a part of something so beautiful
Lynda x
I would like so much to have one copy …
how wonderful! congrats! you are indeed one that inspires us all – so glad that others will read about you as well…I’ll have to pick up a copy…
Congratulations on the article… You certainly deserve the praise!!!! Do they have an online publication?
Congratulations on being published, you are so very deserving! Thanks for the fantastic texture, love it on the leaves; you are always an inspiration both with your words and work!
congratulations Kim on your story in Artful Blogging. I don’t know this magazine. I will have to see if it is available in Australia. It looks just lovely. I have been a bit away from my camera the last few months, as my father was ill and passed away in September. Slowly I am bringing the life back in. Spending more time behind my camera is on top of my list. Once again congratulations. I hope to be more around here again now. I hope all is well with you and your family, and I hope your dear husband is doing well.
Well deserved! You are an inspiration to us all! Your creative spirit is awesome!
What great expansion. And you invite everyone into it.
Congrats on being in Artful Blogging… haven’t seen this publication yet, but would love to be introduced to more creatives like you!
Congratulations! I find that publication very inspirational so, of course, you fit right in. I’m also inspired by your belief in the power of intention and am trying to make that a part of my daily life. Like you say, it’s good.
Congratulations!!! I am not surprised that they chose you. You are so talented and so very kind to share your talent with all of us. I so appreciate your encouraging attitude and willingness to open up your heart and mind to us. Keep inspiring us and those around you…
Thanks a bunch, Mary
How very exciting to have so much coming together at the end of the year. Its like all the work, dreams and efforts have finally come full circle. So very excited for you to be in one of the most lovely magazines around. Now your slate is clear for next years dreams! Sally
Congratulations on your article and can’t wait to see your new site!
You are truely an inspiration.
Kim S.
Thank you Kim for your generosity in sharing your incredible wealth of talents with all of us. Congratulations on being published in this beautiful magazine!!
Congrats!
it must be a real thrill to see one’s artwork on the cover and inside a magazine as influential as Artful Blogging. I’ve only ever managed to lay my hands on one copy and it was inspiring, just like you.
Hi Kim!
I’ve been following you on Instagram and after seeing your post about your feature in Stampington, I thought I’d pop over and check out your blog. And wow! So happy I did! This is my first time here and I have a feeling I’m going to be staying awhile. Love your philosophy and your photos
Kim, inspiration pours out of you and I’m so thankful it has run all the way to me! Woot! Every time I read a post or see an image or dream of taking another class with you I am just so blessed. I’m excited for you that you are in Stampington’s magazine (they are amazing) but I am excited too for all the new people that will discover you through it. Double Woot. :)
Wow! Love Artful Blogging. Now even more as they clearly have very good taste. I am going to remember your concieve-believe-achieve mantra. I really need that right now!
Thanks!
Hi Kim,
I was so excited to find someone using Textures in their work! I took a Photoshop Class at a community college a few years ago and happened to pick up an issue of Digital Studio. Love it! Love it! Love it! I was so inspired that I started using textures in my portraiture work that would enhance the story of the person I photographed. It took me a while to get the hang of it and still have a lot to learn. Like how did you get the DarkMood preset? So many questions. Anywho. Will have to sign up for your Lightroom class. Until then . . . I look forward to reading your article in Artful Blogging.
Love the story behind the story! Everyday miracles!
Congratulations! So happy for you, Kim!
Congratulations Kim, what an honor. The magazine looks amazing.
Congratulations Kim!
What an honor!!
You are such an inspiration…. so appreciate you sharing your journeys with us!!
Stacey
No words to express my joy at seeing you recognized and shared on the cover, and in, Artful Blogging!!
Then to see your images are being “birthed” in a new way where they can be purchased and cherished by those of us who long for all things “Kim” – just the best news day ever! Thanks Kim for answering the silent wishes for this day to arrive too.
Now if I can just order a copy and get it here by the time I meet you at “Gather” in California so you might consider signing it….. Congrats and see you soon!
Wow! Great feature-congrats! I love your blog-it definitely is publication worthy! Can’t wait to read the article!
Best,
Chriss
Wow- congratulations! Of course you should be on the cover, Kim! You could have your OWN magazine- you’d have lots of subscribers! You are inspiring me to check out Society 6 again- I do Red Bubble and always forget about it. Thanks, Kim, for all you do! I’ve spent the last few days catching up on Be Still and LR31. I am amazed at your knowledge of LR- just when I think I know all about it, you come up with some new tricks!
congrats on your second publication in Artful Blogging! I´d love to read it and would love to win!
Congratulations Kim,
What you share is always so inspirational, just love your site.
Thanks for sharing, Ken
Congratulations! How wonderful! You are a true inspiration!
Congratulations on being published a second time in Artful Blogging, Kim!
And thank you for another beautiful texture this week. I really enjoy your blog.
Congrats, Kim !
Such wonderful and exciting news … I’m so happy for you !
Your fallen leaves images are just gorgeous … that ‘chocolate’ preset looks great !
Have a nice day,
Sylvia
After years of following you, I finally got serious and signed up for the Test Kitchen. Now I’m wondering why it took me so long to take the jump. If there are others out there like me who are waiting for a sign to join in the fun, I hope this comment does the trick. You explain and cover the material, Kim, in a simple way that even wannabe photoshop element users like me can understand. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
I finally had the time to stop by your blog when I saw your email and I am so happy because of it! So inspirational, from the heart and beautiful!
Thank you for keeping blogging!
All the very best in this new direction — I am SURE you will be hugely successful.. I haven’t gotten trier of your leaves Images – you are so skilled and they are inspiring. Thanks for the free texture today. I sure hope you are doing well and your sweetheart too.. My thoughts are with you dear friend..
Hugs
Oh, what wonderful news, Kim! Congratulation on both the article and your shop opening!
Congratulations on your Artful Blogging article. (It’s one of my favourite mags)
The Society 6 website looks fun. I’ll have to look into that one.
Thanks so very much for sharing your talent and inspiration with us. Artful Blogging is such a beautiful magazine and you are highly deserving of being included in this issue.
Congratulations! I’m so happy for you!
Congratulations on the opening your shop too!
Congratulations Kim. I’m a newbie to your site and love everything about it, your hard work is well received. I’ve been collecting Stampington mags for years finding it beautiful and inspiring. My very best wishes to you in all your endeavors. :-) Your strength is contagious…thank you.
Congratulations! Artful Blogging is my favorite magazine! I can hardly wait to read your article!
Congrats on your feature. That looks wonderful.
Also, I can’t wait to follow you on Society6. I have been on that site for a couple of years and I love it. It has a nice social aspect and it is also the only place I have sold items (not a lot mind you, but just the thought that someone wants to buy anything of mine brings a smile to my face!)
Congrats on being in Artful Blogging,Kim… haven’t seen this publication yet too, but would love to be introduced to more creatives like you! You are an inspiration to me,thank you!
Congratulations! How exciting to be published a second time in Artful Blogging! I am so happy for you and I am inspired by you as well. I love your blog and hope to win a copy of Artful Blogging. Thank you for your beautiful work.
Great news and always wonderful to hear how affirmations work for others. Congratulations, Kim.
Hello! Congrats on the publication! I am so glad you were in it, now I know about it and will happily continue to follow it and you.
I would love a copy of artful blogging. Love your blog, textures, attitude, and you!
Thank you for sharing so freely with your textures and how tos. Congratulations! for being chosen for this issue.
KIm, we are all so thrilled for you! You are so deserving of this recognition!!! I am not one to follow blogs because I just don’t have enough time, but yours is very very special, and always so useful and educational, Thanks for being there for us, through all your life’s ups and downs. You are truly inspiring!
WOOHOO!! Congratulations!!! I’m so happy for you!! Artful Blogging is one of my favorite magazines – can’t wait to have a look inside!!
Great post! I’m always learning new things here! I’ve never heard of Artful Blogging, but I can tell by cover I’m going to love it! Society6 is also new to me. (Your gallery looks fab)! Thanks for the continued inspiration!
so many wonderful doors opening! Congratulations Kim – can’t wait to go browsing on Society 6!
Hello! And congratulations; I love Artful Blogging!
I’m SUPER excited for you…you more then deserve the cover. Kim your work is inspiring and reaching so many people! And of course it’s beautiful.
Jen
Hello there!
How exciting to recognize your photo style and see your name in print. Especially inspiring for this family of new photographers for sure!
Thanks for sharing Kim!
Congratulations on your cover op and article in Artful blogging. I picked up a copy of that magazine one time when I was travelling. It’s a beautiful publication!
FYI … I LOVE your Facebook posts. Your images are amazing. Thanks so much for sharing them with the world.
I just had to laugh over one of your comments above — “Yep, I’m still photographing fallen leaves… I just can’t help myself…”
Actually, neither can I! I think half of the fall pictures taken this fall were looking down and dead and dying leaves. My husband thinks I am just plain crazy. He will walk ahead and lose me when I stop to take a shot of ‘just another leaf”. No one can have enough left pictures and I am glad to hear that I am not the only “Leaf Lady”!
Hi, Kim! I am so looking forward to reading this issue especially because you are in it! (can’t wait to find out what you have to say! LOL)
Hi! Congratulations on your Artful Blogging issue! I LOVE that magazine. Your beautiful photographs are always inspiring, and thanks so much for all the wonderful textures. Looking forward to seeing your pages in Artful Blogging.
Congratulations Kim! You are so inspiring! I look forward to reading it.
I’m a fan of Stampington publications, too. Nice job.
Congrats Kim, looked for the Artful Blogger today but the new one wasn’t out yet. Look forward to reading it.
Thank you, and thanks for sharing so much of your textures and inspiration.
Congratulations Kim! If I don’t win here I will have to make sure to go out and get a copy. The Society 6 stuff looks great. Can’t wait to go check out your shop.
Wow, Kim! You’re a busy lady!!
Congrats on the feature ~ and just checked out your store on S6…looks great. Perfect time to get setup =)
Wow! Congratulations on all counts Kim. You are an inspiration. Achieve. You got it!
Congratulations to you Kim.
Congratulations on your article in Artfullblogger. You are such an inspiration,,,
Congratulations Kim, and thank you for sharing your story. I love synchronicity.
Stampington publishes wonderful, beautiful magazines!
Your work is so lovely. It is a joy for me to meet so many like-minded, creative people like you, who see the beauty in crinkled and cracked decaying leaves!
Congratulations! So happy to know that someone who works as hard as you makes it “big”. WTG!
Congratulations! your work is beautiful!
Congratulations Kim!!!! Everything about your photo art (textures and technique) is AMAZING and it shows through that it is from a good soul. So happy for your success.
Conceive… okay, got an idea or two. Believe… working on it. Achieve…I’ll keep you posted. Thanks for sharing and showing that it really does work!
Congratulations Kim! You deserve to be in the cover…you’re so talented! Glad to be learning from you
You are a logical Artful Blogger subject! I’m certain it’s beautiful. I’ve been noticing the changes in your photos, too….moving from the very light to the grayish, more “moody” look with your edits. It’s a beautiful transition, in my opinion, because it is proof that you are not standing still.
Congratulations on making the cover! It looks like a gorgeous magazine. Thanks also for another wonderful texture. You are so generous to share and host this giveaway!
Just dropping a note to say hello. Your blog is lovely. Congrats!
Congratulations on your article in Artful Blogging! Thanks for the giveaway opportunity as well. ;)
Wow— You are one busy lady! So very cool…congratulations! I love Artful Blogging. Just for dreaming.
Very exciting! You are such an inspiration for all us creative souls!
Congratulations! And I just purchased something from Society 6 a couple of months ago for the first time. I will have to check out your products!
Congratulations on your Somerset Studio article and new shop! I am in construction of a new blogsite and can’t wait to participate in Texture Tuesdays! Your textures are among my favorites and your work is very inspiring.
Hello and congrats on your feature! I’m relatively new here and love your site. Artful Blogging, I’ve collected for several years and adore. I would LOVE the new issue. Thank you for this opportunity!