Lisa Golightly

(re)organize

2011, January 7

So, not the most original way to start the new year, but a definite neccesity around these parts. This weekend I am reorganizing my office and adjacent family room. How we use these spaces has changed and I can’t wait to have everything all done. My desk and the family computer will move into the family room which will open up some much needed space in my studio. I don’t really use the desk for more than a place to set my laptop, so in its place will go a much smaller table. Also, I’d like to add a couple of task lights to my work table. I love theses, but will probably opt for some cheaper Ikea versions. A little paint, organizing and art hanging and I’ll be ready to start the new year off on the right foot!

Here are some of my inspiration images:

triplex lamp

via the style files

via this is naive

via house and home

Have a wonderful weekend!!!

decor, everyday

words

2011, January 6

I recently got an email from Hannah Stephenson letting me know about a poem she wrote in response to one of my paintings. Love that. Love how ideas can morph and change and grow from one thing to the next. A photo that inspires and idea, the inspires a photo, that inspires a painting, that inspires a poem and on and on. Hannah has a blog, The Storialist, go check it out!

Stethoscope
Stethoscope

There, there, the stethoscope says
to the one being scoped, measured.

The breath-warmed diaphragm rests
near your shoulder blade like a palm

or pushes into the skin over your heart,
pledging loyalty, longing. I solemnly

vow that this is my body, these sounds.
Struck piano wire and typewriter key,

spinning dial to a combination lock
and roulette wheel. Clicking turn signal.

Deep breath, the doctor instructs us.
Then, breathe normally, as you would

usually. To see inside the sarcophagus
of the body, we observe survival: oxygen,

heartbeat. We can take turns examining,
listening. Climb up on the table next to me.

Trust me, I’m a professional. Let me plug
my ears with the clamor inside of you

art, creating, inspiration

you were only waiting

2011, January 5

Today I got a last minute birthday wish idea for my husband. I decided to make a wall sized bday card/wall instalation for him with a line from the Beatle’s (his favorite band) song ‘Black Bird”. I’ve made these before for other things and love them. It’s pretty easy to do and makes a big statement. Here’s how I did it!

I use yellow plastic encased rope that has a wire running through it, that I bought at my local hardware store. I believe it was marketed as laudry wire? Anyhow, I just shaped it and used a my leatherman to pinch anagles and twine to hold spots in place. Then, just spray paint and hang! I need to do a little adjusting to make it hang more evenly, but I’m pretty happy with it, hope he likes it!

creating, everyday

butter on toast

2011, January 3

Happy 2011! How were your holiday’s? I have to admit, I am happy to be back to my normal routine and a clean house.

This year I’m not making a huge list of things to do/not do. I think I will just try and take it all as it comes and enjoy the little things, like butter on toast and sparkly toe nails.

everyday

guest post

2010, December 27

Hi, did you have a nice holiday? I have slept in the last two days (heaven). I am easing back into the work week, I think step one will be cleaning my studio which currently looks like a small tornado did it in.

I have a guest post today over at one of my all time favorite blogs (!) The Jealous Curator. So if you are curious what artist I am jealous of, hop on over there!

art, everyday

to you and yours

2010, December 24

Have a wonderful holiday! I’ve been absent working literally day and night getting orders off. I had forgotten what bone weary was, not since having newborns have I been this sleep deprived! So, I’m taking the next few days off to relax and spend time with my family, whom I feel like I’ve barely seen this past month.

Thank you so so much for your support this year!

I leave you with this beautiful photo of snow falling, so magical.

by Yugi Obata more here via abbey goes design scouting

everyday

nearly there

2010, December 20

I am nearing the end of my crazy season, with most of the orders on their way and the rest nearly ready! I’ve had far too many late nights to count and am looking forward to a week of sleeping in (with the exception of xmas day, of course!) and doing a lot of nothing. I spent my late nights watching 4 seasons of 30 Rock and countless movies. My conclusion, comedies get you through the night. On that note, I just saw this and thought I’d share it for a laugh (especially Portlanders).

everyday

oh tannenbaum

2010, December 13

I took my only break from working this weekend so we could get our tree. Even though the house is not even close to being decorated for Christmas, at least it now smells ready!

everyday

pssst…

2010, December 9

I just added several of my ‘little paintings’ to my etsy shop!

art, stuff to give, stuff to have

gift guide-kids

2010, December 9

Here are some of my favorite gifts for kids this year.

This year my daughter is squarely in the ‘pre-teen’ category, which at first left me stumped, but since she was never a ‘toy’ kid, I think it has actually gotten easier for me to come up with ideas. My son is all about making things, especially mechanical things so I am loving automatons. In fact, I wouldn’t mind the little boat one below! Enjoy!

1. all natural mint lollipop, here 2. horse automaton kit here 3. sailboat automaton here 4. mechanical cable car here 5. piggy bank (i actually want this!) here 6. copter pen here 7. electronic tape dispenser here 8. do it yourself wind up kit here 9. cute wallet here

everyday, stuff to give

working away

2010, December 8

I am busy working away getting orders out for Christmas. If you have already ordered, I will be finishing up and getting your portrait off to you soon! If you are interested in a portrait, I am no longer taking orders for Christmas, BUT I have gift certificates available! With each gift certificate I include several postcards with images of my work as well as a bonus ‘little print.’ Please contact me with any questions! Here are a couple new ‘little prints’ in my etsy shop and an example of what comes with each gift certificate.

Also, tomorrow I will be adding several ‘little paintings’ to my shop (including the two above) as well as sharing my favorite gift finds for kids!

art, everyday, stuff to give

CBS early show

2010, December 7

Thank you to Chassie Post and the CBS early show for featuring my sketch portraits yesterday morning in their segment on holiday gift under $100!

everyday, press

back from NYC

2010, December 6

I had a great time, but it’s always so, so nice to get home. The Martha Stewart holiday sale was wonderful, so many great things and it was fun to see the MS offices (and Martha doing a little shopping herself before doors opened).

I loved these great tinsel ‘chandeliers’

grand central station

Rockefeller tree

moma

My ‘nyc Christmas tree’ in my hotel room

Now…back to work!

everyday

off to new york!

2010, December 1

I am leaving tomorrow, bright and early, for New York City! I am so excited. A dear friend is coming along so we’re making a girls weekend out of it. If you’re in nyc, please please stop by and say hi to me at the Martha Stewart holiday sale. It is from noon to 6pm at the Starrett-Lehigh Building, 601 West 26th Street (between Eleventh and Twelfth avenues), 9th Floor. I hope to see you there!

I will try and pop in with updates, or you can follow me on twitter!

photo by Joseph O. Holmes available here

everyday

business cards

2010, November 30

I’ve never really had business cards as such, instead always had postcards. So, I finally decided to make some up. There is definitely an advantage to them, small, portable, easy to always have tucked in my wallet/bag. Here is what I came up with. One side is clean and simple, my info. The other side I adhered canvas printed with a section of one of my paintings.

creating, everyday

New Little paintings for new york

2010, November 29

Between working on portrait orders, I’ve gotten a few new little paintings done to take to nyc this week. Here’s a peek!

art, creating, everyday

black Friday sale!

2010, November 24

Just enter the coupon code BLACKFRIDAY to receive 15% off any purchase (including original paintings!) in my etsy store. The sale starts Friday and will last through Sunday!

Oh, and to my US readers, Happy Thanksgiving!

etsy

Originals Available

2010, November 24

I just added some more original paintings to my etsy store!

art, etsy

an early snow

2010, November 23

We got a small dusting of snow here, the earliest I can remember ever having any. Perfect for staying in. The kids are off of school and have spent the last day sequestered upstairs building an elaborate castle out cardboard, allowing me to stay busy working on portraits and prep for the Martha Stewart holiday sale.

everyday

today i’m loving…

2010, November 17

my new Wood & Faulk bag

tasty treats from here

these vine lights

and the studio of Amber Wallis

everyday, stuff to give, stuff to have

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