I would like to introduce you to my sister, Carrie Berndt. We grew up in a home where our mom was always creating something! So the fact that we are both artists is no surprise. Although our creative outlets are quite different, we have a bond as sisters and artists that is precious! Here’s Carrie:… Read More
My family treasures our times spent with each other! Most of our days together you will find the guys outside playing frisbee golf, while the gals are inside watching a chick flick…..or doing a craft project! This past Christmas I had the privilege of hosting my family Christmas. Two of my three siblings and their… Read More
My “Holiday Stars” watercolor painting depicts my collection of decorative stars on a metal shelf in my home. I enjoy decorating my house at Christmas time and love the season for many reasons; mostly to focus my attention on the birth of Jesus! It is mind boggling to me that the Son of God chose… Read More
You can make embossed foil wall art in five easy steps! This is a great project to do on your own or with kids. I have done this process with students of all ages in my art classes a couple different times, and it has been a great success! Step 1: Gather Supplies Here’s what… Read More
If you are familiar with collegiate sports, you know all about in-state rivalry between universities! I live in Lawrence, Kansas, home of the University of Kansas Jayhawks, which is my alma mater. Down the road a bit is a town called Manhattan, Kansas, home of the Kansas State University Wildcats. And yes, these two schools… Read More
This whimsical vintage camper painting was a delight for me to create! Such fun to combine a variety of colors and elements! I painted it using turquoise color for the camper and red for the awning, pillow and other accent features. After creating the original painting, I digitally altered the colors of the camper and… Read More
It’s back to school time and this is the first August in 13 years that I will not be teaching art at Veritas Christian School in Lawrence, Kansas! I have truly enjoyed my years of sharing my love for art with the Veritas 7th-12th graders. But recently, I sensed God leading me to a new… Read More
My family just got home from a three week vacation traveling to the Eastern U.S. and saw so many amazing sights! We usually travel west to see family, but this year decided to see some new territory. When we travel, my husband usually drives, so I am left to enjoy the beautiful scenery of our… Read More
This Easter Sunday finds me Gazing at my Savior, for He has transformed my life and is my everything! Through His death and resurrection, His precious blood has provided me with salvation, healing, deliverance, peace, joy and contentment. I once was lost, and now I am found! I am aware of this truth throughout the… Read More
“The earth laughs in flowers”, a quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson, expresses an aspect of the glorious world we live in. When I imagine the earth laughing, I can see the flowers breaking forth in bloom, bringing joy and beauty to all! On the other hand, this quote gives us a glimpse of what happens… Read More