L. Young Studio ~ Under Construction I

Okay, my lovlies, today is the day.  I am looking forward to be a faithful blogger. Okay, you actually heard me say..a faithful blogger.....(this is where you cheer me on!)..

What's happening with L. Young Studio?

We are under construction.  I will soon be dreaming & creating in a new barn/studio/shop!

And it all started with the barn doors!

I painted.

Andrew built.

Nic , too.

Joey, too.

 we had a few observers...



the first of two barn doors & photo ops!

Andrew & Laura

 Nic & Andrew



my hubby Joey & moi!





Ruston Leader Newpaper Front Page!

Monica Crowe wrote a great article about L. Young Studio & Southern Lady & Etsy! How cool is that? It even made the front page!

Time

Some days time just seems to go on forever...the endless job of folding & hanging up clean clothes. As I stood folding, I glanced out my back window and caught a glimpse of our pond. The lawn chairs seemed to be calling my name. A storm just swept through. The air had cooled. I could see the fish swirling...the grass seemed greener....so, I left the laundry, the endless reruns of King of Queens & my computer screen...outside I went...out of my usual daily world & into another...wow, it was refreshing...now I'm ready to tackle the clothes once again..but from a different perspective.

I'm back! I just had to let you see my phone pic of Mike the Tiger, the LSU mascot. The beauty of the season is everywhere! In Mississippi, the red clover is in full bloom. Everywhere you look is a red blanket of color. It's so great to see the fresh green of Spring! Here in Louisiana, the blackberry bushes are blooming, the azaleas have just about completed their cycle & I can smell the honeysuckle about to bloom in the woods. Birds, Butterflies & Bees are hard at work. Hummingbirds visit every day. Nothing compares to nature. Even though I strive to show the beauty of it in my work, I still can not match it's natural God-given beauty. I guess that is what's inspiring me to get some new pieces, reflective of the season, in the works. Here's a few butterflies. I'll be adding them to etsy this Friday & Saturday.

Headin' to Baton Rouge

Road Trip! It's time to hit the road and see the beauty of Spring in Louisiana & Mississippi! Two of my favorite Southern States! Having fun with two of my favorite sons! My youngest son, Nic & I are heading down to see #2 son, Chur at LSU! It's the perfect time of year! Everything is in full bloom...crawfish is in season...Aiyee...Mike, the tiger, will probably be taking in some rays ....I just can't wait to take it all in! I'll catch ya on Thursday. I'll be absorbing some new inspiration!

Bon Jour! I am a Louisiana Artist.
There is something to be said about the unique beauty found in different regions around the United States. Each state possesses it's own history, beauty and culture. My art work evokes each of these characteristics. When viewed, it often brings on emotions, a memory, a smile and then a sense of pride. My "Louisiana Series" is especially dear to my heart, since it is here I live & am raising my family. I have recently created a Mississippi and an Arkansas Series which bring to mind so many wonderful memories of time I have spent there. A Texas Series is in the works as I write.

I love to hear stories of life in these states! I love to learn the history through personal accounts. What memories do you have? If you'll share them with me...chances are you might be quoted & used in my paintings...

I combine strong graphics with my own watercolor paintings. I have a web site: http://www.lyoungstudio.com/

I'd love to hear from you. Appréciez La Vie! (Enjoy Life! )