Unleash your inner vandal: 45 Impressive Graffiti Pics

(1) by Akbar Simonse

(2) by funkandjazz

(3) by yewenyi

(4) by gillesklein

(5) by bit ramone (de vuelta)

(6) by canonsnapper

(7) by Gabirulo

(8) by gillesklein

(9) by funkandjazz

(10) by Shiratski

(11) by Greg Gladman

(12) by anarchosyn

(13) by abrinsky

(14) by g.originals

(15) by caterina

(16) by anarchosyn

(17) by Akbar Simonse

(18) by funkandjazz

(19) by Graffiti Land

(20) by slimmer_jimmer

(21) by abrinsky

(22) by anarchosyn

(23) by gushnu

(24) by Diodoro

(25) by mermaid99

(26) by erin MC hammer

(27) by Salim Virji

(28) by funkandjazz

(29) by anarchosyn

(30) by mermaid99

(31) by cridds

(32) by anarchosyn

(33) by baddogwhiskas

(34) by anarchosyn

(35) by PixLjUicE23

(36) by mermaid99

(37) by Kapungo

(38) by dblstrength

(39) by philosophy_rebel

(40) by Gabirulo

(41) by Brocco Lee

(42) by Graffiti Land

(43) by true2source

(44) by geoftheref

(45) by aperte

There is something just so deliciously raw and pure with street art. It is art for the sake of creating art: not for fame or money, really.. it is just this astounding (and sometimes breathtaking) tribute to the creative process. The colors pop, the images speak volumes, the world is a prettier place…  I, for one, am inspired to go journal as a result. How about you?

Chrysti

Art: At the speed of life

“Magic has often been thought of us the art of making dreams come true; the art of realizing visions. Yet before we can bring birth to the vision we have to see it.”
-Starhawk

Recently, I got the oh-so-wonderful  news that my talented friend Pam Carriker inked her name onto a book deal – I literally squealed with delight when I heard -as I know just how much effort and heart Pam put into making her dream a reality. Artistic talent aside, what draws me to Pam is her optimism and perseverance – she doesn’t give up, and I for one am thrilled about that.  For those of you who ever fret or get discouraged over rejection – Pam is an inspiring leader, and proof positive that the dreaded ‘no’ is rarely personal and can be almost always magically transformed into the yes you desired.

“If one advances confidently in the direction of his dreams, and endeavors to live the life which he has imagined, he will meet with a success unexpected in common hours.”
-Thoreau

To make good new even better, she invited me to be a part of the experience – HELLO Cloud 9! I received my assignment a few days ago, and I can tell you – The topics she chose for me are among the top 5 questions I receive in my inbox daily – I think y’all will be thrilled. Between you & i … and from what I know of the book so far – I think it will be a refreshing viewpoint and quickly become one of the most referenced books on your bookshelf. 

As if that wasn’t enough, you can follow Pam along her journey here. If you have ever wondered what the process of writing a book was, the behind the scenes glances – this will become a must follow blog.

So thank you Pam for inviting me to be a part of this creative journey, and putting me in the midst of such wonderful company:

• Brandi Butcher-Isley
• Dawn Edmondson
• Gail Schmidt
• Jodi Ohl
• Julie Bergmann
• Laurie Blau-Marshall
• Lisa Bebi
• Lisa Kettell
• Michelle Dobell
• Nancy Lefko
• Seth Apter
• Sharon Thomlimson
• Sue Pelletier
• Suzan Buckner
• Suzi Blu
• Two Cool Texans

“Set out each day believing in your dreams. Know without a doubt that you were made for amazing things.”
Josh Hinds

Pam, once again my heartfelt congratulations – this is a much deserved milestone for you. Remember to take a few moments and savor it.

Won’t you join me in sharing her joy?

Warmly, Chrysti

35 Inspiring Dreamscapes

 ”Far away there in the sunshine are my highest aspirations. I may not reach them, but I can look up and see their beauty, believe in them, and try to follow where they lead.” –Louisa May Alcott

(1) by ddulitz50

(2)  by My Baby Mia 

(3) by Krti

(4) by nachops

(5) by ~jjjohn~

(6) by _marmota

(7) by jeloid

(8) by Stuck in Customs

(9) by net_efekt

(10) by tozofoto

(11) by Kat…

(12) by bengalsfan1973

(13) by *Leanda

(14) by zachstern

(15) by looking4poetry

(16) by ~Brenda-Starr~

(17) by Matthew Stewart | Photographer

(18) by JenKneeBee

(19) by hodge

(20) by MSH*

(21) by h.koppdelaney

(22) by doug88888

(23) by bolandrotor

(24) by -Delphine – Very very tired but my life is a dream

(25) by ViaMoi

(26) by Per Ola Wiberg (Powi)

(27) by jsbanks42

(28) by ecstaticist

(29) by gari.baldi

(30) by Aeioux

(31) by _marmota

(32) by O’mages

(33) by G a r r y

(34) by Reinante El Pintor de Fuego

(35) by maz hewitt

“The dream is real, my friends. The failure to realize it is the only unreality.”–Toni Cade Bambara

Don’t you just want to walk into those photographs? Dreamscapes, almost as magical as our own dreams.

Until Next Time, Chrysti

wordless wednesday

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{Echo} Week 2- Decorate Roundup

 

Photo Credit: ©chotda

 “I would be the most content if my children grew up to be the kind of people who think decorating consists mostly of building enough bookshelves.” - Anna Quindlen

I find it so amazingly F A S C I NA T I N G  that there are so many varied interpretations of a simple, single word: decorate. To decorate for a holiday, decorated with medals, decorating with nature, decorating ones self .. it is like this never-ending well of inspiration, meaning and insight. It is a testament to both creativity and individuality.  THAT is precisely why I am loving this project so damn  darn much. if you missed the new prompt & diptychs gander over here  for a refresher.

 “Without music to decorate it, time is just a bunch of boring production deadlines or dates by which bills must be paid” - Frank Zappa

 I have been steadily adding new participants to the Week 1 – emerge  roundup- be sure to stop by and visit the new entries.  Have an emerge entry to share? Let me know over there and I will add you to the list as well :)

In the meantime, here are the awesome folks who jumped right into Echo - Week 2: Decorate!

• Moi , of course.
• Susan Tuttle - My divine partner on this project.
• Alyice Edrich 
• Colette & her second entry here
• Amy
• DJ Petit & Deryn Mentock
• Shannon Mucha & Shona Cole + another one here + one more!
• Lani Puppetmaker & Diane Cook
• Constanza
• Jen White & Misty Mawn
• Brenda Wampler
• Mixed Media Martyr
• Gena
• Donna Cook
• Tricia Scott
• Winnsangels
• Brenda Lynn

If  I have inadvertently forgotten you, or you choose to join in (yay!) … please let me know in the comments section and I will update the list .. it is wonderful discovering  the unique visions y’all have in this beautiful life, I can’t get enough of it.

Susan & I have also started a Flickr group for Echo - we’d love for you to join us there. Need/want a partner?  Join the Flickr group and post here! It is my sincere wish that it shall be the start of some fabulous collaborations and friendships for y’all.

I am off to decorate my closets – (and yes! putting away laundry should totally count.)

It’s all about perspective.

Chrysti

P.S.  A gentle reminder that you can decorate your home with my artography & mixed media prints (and originals!) at a fraction of the price during my moving sale.. once it is gone.. it’s well.. gone. What a ridiculous saying eh?

Wordless Wednesday

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