STUDIO VLOG n.33: DOES IT ALWAYS WORK?

Have I forgotten how to paint??? The saga continues - still needing to work on my attitude as I struggle through this painting! This one was a roller coaster for me. Below are links to the supplies I used. Come find me on instagram because I post every week day in the stories - lots of videos there too!
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[@sallyannsims4691]

Hi Sandi, Thanks to you and Cooper for sharing your process. :) One thought: this painting differs from your others in the proportion of the items on the table to those on the rug. The rug really pulls forward and the objects on the table seem farther away than usual. So to me there's a bit of a clash in what your eye is doing as you look at the scene. In some of your other paintings, the ones you seem more exited about, the objects on the table are proportionately larger, making them feel closer to the viewer and helping to animate the table. Making the objects larger would also affect the amount of white space of the table. Anyway, this might not be at all what you want to do with how the scene meshes together, but I thought I'd throw that observation into the mix. Oh, the challenges of resolving a painting! Have a great weekend. :)

[@SarahBaileyArts]

Sandi, I agree with Sally above (very thoughtful observations by the way!) - the table and the rug are competing, I think because the rug design is the same size as the objects on the table. I know you don't usually paint shadows but I think some sort of shadow on the rug might help, or making the rug overall darker and enlarging the items on the table. I know you've moved on but I just kept thinking through the whole video "the rug is competing with the table!" so I just had to say something. :) Love your videos as always!

[@sallysims5090]

It is really helpful to me to see how you work through the artistic challenges you set for yourself, Sandi. I also like seeing how you use and have fun with new-to-me art materials. Thanks for all your work and the care and thoughtfulness you put into these videos.

[@Lucy_Bayard_John]

What I find nice about you is that you found your style! It pushes me to express my own style! Thanks

[@sandihester]

Yay! Thank you!

[@RebeccaSB]

Thank you for sharing your process! Just when I think my thought process is way out, I discover you! You make me feel fine about how I think creatively. I realize probably others have their quirks but just don’t verbalize! I think it’s highly useful hearing and seeing decisions in art process! Kudos to you!

[@sandihester]

Hey Rebecca! I’m so glad you’re finding it useful to see/hear my process. I’m glad you’re enjoying the channel!

[@danaallcock2898]

I love your nuttiness. You're one of most favorites in the art world on KZbin. 🤯

[@sandihester]

Awe, thanks so much Dana!

[@katiesfarmhouse]

Helps me so much to see someone else struggle.....It's SO HARD sometimes....

[@sandihester]

yes!

[@iamsimplyblue]

Ok, so I hope you NEVER use that painting as a canvas paint-over. That painting is fun and whimsical. So much fun to look at and great colors. It’s a keeper!

[@sandihester]

Awe - thanks so much Eileen!

[@samcook532]

Sandi . Keep on keeping on ,new to you're channel and I'm working my way through you're vlog .you're painting and techniques have brought me deep joy ,due to a horrible injury I finally picked up my paints after many years .I love love love this loose painting .it feels so free and fun .I've giggled and splodged paint and thrown all the tightness right out the window 🤣 thank you so much .with love from a fellow tea Slurper xxx

[@sandihester]

Awe, thank you Sam (fellow slurper 😂). I’m so sorry about the injury 😭!!!

[@kyliesketches2271]

I have been binging your channel for a few days now…. And I’m so sad I’m all caught up 😂🙈 Your videos are so calming and comforting to me I love them ❤️

[@sandihester]

Awe, thank you Kylie! I'm so glad you've been enjoying them so much!

[@saraengdall7111]

Thank you for this awesome video! It sucks how working on a canvas causes so much PRESSURE and tension! Love seeing your process, and unfortunately art isn't always perfect and satisfying. But that's what makes it so good.

[@aspen1214]

Omg! I love your dog!!!! Love seeing/hearing your process

[@sandihester]

I love him too! He’s just the sweetest!! Thank you!

[@melodys.library]

Your energy and spirit is so inspiring!

[@sandihester]

Thank you Melody!

[@wendytaylor1486]

Love coopers nails on the floor as he comes for a snuggle 😍

[@ninagraci110]

My days are brighter when I start my day with you Sandi! But now after binge-watching your vids I'm experiencing separation anxiety! I know it's the last thing you want to hear but would you PLEASE consider giving a workshop or short classes? I'd happily pay for a chance to learn from you. It feels like it's the next logical step. And with your help and a commitment to paint with you I might be able to shake the terror of the blank canvas that's so paralyzing. Bet I'm not the only person requesting this :) Waving from Toronto!

[@sandihester]

Hey Nina - thank you for your kind words! I appreciate the request! I will hopefully do a workshop in the future but my first one will be an in person one here locally in Nashville. Right now though I have my hands full getting videos out to you guys weekly. I try so hard to not miss a week!

[@tkikpar4882]

“Color blind husband is handy.” LMAO!!!! 😆😂🤣

[@sandihester]

😂😂😂

[@Julie-vy3oz]

Love me some Cooper. And really appreciate you sharing your thought process.

[@sandihester]

I love me some Coop too - thank you!

[@deborahmeyers7839]

It's absolutely beautiful Sandi the white table showing up the lemons seriously it's beautiful I also love the painting in progress greens and yellows in it's a great ending for me as I loved the painting 😘😘😘😘

[@sandihester]

Thank you so much Deborah!

[@winkieworx6751]

I love your videos Sandi. You're so authentic and inspiring. I love that you address the problems that you have...like a normal person.lol. when I have troubles I can't identify i will take a pic with my phone. I can throw a black and white filter on it to check values. I struggle with that. It really helps. But the pics always always shows me so many things I don't see with my eyes. Love your work. 💖

[@sandihester]

Thank you - I’m so glad you like the videos 🙌 and that I address and share my problems. I hope it’s both helpful and encouraging and informative.

[@tinchapeltextiles]

Hello Sandi, Ive only just found your channel and I already love it ! I love the painting you were unsure of , I think this demonstrates, how we all feel sometimes with our work. Its a beautiful piece. I often put my work away, then look at it with fresh eyes. Lots of love and thanks from Wales UK xxx

[@sandihester]

Thanks so much Deborah!!! Welcome! I’m so glad you’re enjoying the art and videos!

[@lydiaredl9879]

I love your dog don't mess the painting I love the pattern I love it Lydia

[@sandihester]

Thank w🤗

[@tanyastovold]

I want the rug in your painting as a real rug on my floor! 😍

[@sandihester]

Me too!!!!

[@paulahaynes6131]

Look at your white cabinet and note the shading. It is nit all white white because if the shadows. Maybe that is what you need to do. I don’t know I am grasping at straws here too. I think it is a good piece all in all so when you get happy it will be great!

[@sandihester]

Thank you!!!

[@mmac4421]

Thank you for your open hearted honesty and creative insights , I am new to your channel and instagram and really enjoying your process ,insights and tips on materials , in particular the sketchbooking as that is a big passion of mine as well . I am also in love with Cooper .

[@sandihester]

Thank you so much and WELCOME to the channel! I'm so glad to have you here (and over on Instagram). And YES to sketchbooks!

[@karenecurran7895]

I watched the door being opened and thought for sure you were heading for the pond out back with that painting.. i have to say I agree with you that it is just not working out . A little more paint on it and you may need Grady to lift it for you. ha ha .

[@sandihester]

😂😂😂

[@scoanime]

I loved these two videos. The process can be so hard sometimes but most people don't like to show the times where we struggle. I love the picture and every time I saw it in the background I was hoping the video on it would come soon. We all have that problem child painting.

[@sandihester]

Thank you! That made me happy that you’ve been eyeing it and hoping for a video!

[@goodvibeart]

I liked the first luminous white yellow table.

[@sandihester]

thank you! so many to choose from :)

[@hooklineandinker]

I love everything about this video. ♥

[@sandihester]

Thank you Katy!!

[@CandySoulAndSoil]

oh I loved it xx

[@jonnaortega5978]

I love that one also, I love all of them

[@sandihester]

Thank you Jonna!

[@KateTheSleepyTeacher]

Sandy , great video and I’m loving the realness at the end ! Keep rocking

[@sandihester]

😭❤️ thank you!!!

[@cassandrac19]

omg cooper is adorable!

[@sandihester]

I know! I love that guy so much!!

[@The72Nana]

You did it! It's gorgeoussssss!!!!!

[@sandihester]

Well thank you!!!

[@tinabendz7501]

Love you and your Way AND that Cooper 😍❤️🐾😁🙏

[@teatime8457]

It's amazing you kept going :D That must have been HARD!

[@sandihester]

It was fun hard - thank you!

[@ginettecharbonneau5814]

First time here and subscribe..., love your way of thinking and your lovely doggie...

[@sandihester]

Welcome! Glad to have you here - and yes, the doggie is so cute!

[@wendytaylor1486]

Nothings ever wasted Sandi,one of my main headings in my sketchbook.Sometimes I find it liberating to Chuck a piece I don’t like,it’s weird but it can give you a sense of freedom to see the next blank canvas or sheet of paper,we are constantly learning.

[@sandihester]

Good tip Wendy!

[@sweetdistin]

I love it!!

[@sandihester]

Thank you!!!

[@petalparker5]

The colours are so joyous. For some reason I was seeing a yellow and cream gingham tablecloth as an alternate table colour. I love,what you did.

[@sandihester]

Thank you!!

[@emiscozycottagelife]

Yay been waiting for part 2!

[@sandihester]

I’m so glad 🙌❤️

[@jodiemorgan8063]

I love the chunky kitty. Your kitties are my favourite. ❤️

[@sandihester]

Really?!?! Thank you!

[@ce139marvelouslymade]

Sandi, don't give up on this painting! If you were one of my students a couple of critiques I would give--1. the reason the cat is an issue (after reading thru comments) is that its painted in a different style compared to the rest of the painting. (Something I have to be aware of in my work, too, lol!) I think if you made the cat black or at least a very dark grey and used less value changes in defining it, it would then match the rest of the simplicity and flatness of the rest of the objects in the painting. Also, to balance it add another cat somewhere in the background on the right but smaller with a similar color but less intensity. This will help balance the other cat. 2. Replace the "sun" in the background with a chandelier of some sort hanging over the table. This will help push the scene in the window into the background. People commented on the intensity of the curtains but actually the "sun" is what keeps pulling the background forward. Bottom line-if you are fed up with the whole image and there is a section of it that really speaks to you, you can always remove it from the stretcher and cut it down to just the section you think works and restretch it... I saw in some comments that people thought your painting was too busy but that is your style! Don't change it! Your paintings do "reward looking"! There is so much to explore within your designs. A successful work will capture the viewer and make them stay and look awhile...The new painting you showed is gorgeous! Can't wait to see the finished work on both pieces!

[@sandihester]

Thank you so much Caroline!!!

[@melissajuarez71]

I actually don’t think the table was too white. I thought it looked great b/c it made everything else on the table pop with color. I thought it looked amazing!

[@sandihester]

Well, thank you!!

[@sueallen952]

I agree the table looked much better white, the yellow blended too much with the objects on it

[@stacys447]

Thanks for sharing the journey. I really loved the owl & the cat. I would like to try to draw some owls but they seem so challenging with my limited time. Best of luck in your work.

[@sandihester]

You’re so welcome! Give the owl a go!

[@watchmanonthewall77744]

Hello Sandi... some questions regarding priming canvases and the large paper you paint on. 1. Do you use gesso or another "primer " to prep either? 2. Why or why not ...to prime or not to prime on each type of substrate? Benefits Pluses or minuses ect... 3.which is better, especially for those wanting to sell thier work?... 4. What is the difference between painting directly on the paper or canvas without prepping vs a primed or gessoed surface? *by canvas I mean ready canvas not raw. Thank you 🤗 Love your videos and congrats on your new classes ❤ Ps...would love to see these answered in a video 😉

[@sandihester]

I just launched a class that covers all this: www.sandihesterclasses.com

[@watchmanonthewall77744]

@@sandihester Awesome! Thank you ❤

[@ArtZen111]

I just adore you, you have inspired me so much, if you only knew!! Thanks you're such a delight🌼🌼🌼

[@sandihester]

😭😭😭 thanks you!! ❤️

[@ArtZen111]

@@sandihester 🎨🖌️🖍️💜

[@lydiaredl9879]

I love the coloures my favourite Lydia Australia

[@sandihester]

Thank you Lydia!!!

[@wendytaylor1486]

Hi Sandi,love this video it’s goofy and such fun,I can relate to what you’ve been going through with this painting,it happens to me too,starting to like work then it slips through my fingers.My only criticism would be as fun as the tabletop is I think it might be a bit too busy,nowhere for the eye to rest.We all go through times like this,you are very talented so onwards and upwards,tomorrow’s another day.

[@sandihester]

Thank you Wendy! Yes, I moved on quite quickly!

[@bunnyrose9525]

I like the glasses. It's weird how you can have so many, but can't find any of them. I like the owl, lemons, basket, flowers, and striped mug. I love how you do salt and pepper shakers. It is looking cute.

[@sandihester]

Thank you! I loved the owl too!

[@MrsQuam]

Really diggin the music in this one! 👍🏻

[@sandihester]

Thank you!

[@xxjones]

Hi Sandi, let me say first that I love the way you paint and share your processes. To me, the table is not the problem, but the dark curtains and pink wall and maybe the cat. I somehow agree with @Sally Ann Sims that the things on the table and the rug are competing with each other, but that is ok to me. Then there is also the harbour, and the lady in the back, so there is a lot going on. I feel the curtains, the wall and the cat draw too much attention away from the more interesting things. The curtain and the wall could be the same colour, such as pastel yellow or light blue, or picking up the colour of the table, and recede more, and the cat could go as well. So the floor and the walls frame and connect the fun, whimsical busy areas of the painting. I hope you don't mind, me throwing my 2 cents in, it's like solving a riddle!

[@sandihester]

Not at all! Thank you!

[@liesbethartlife]

I loved how the painting changed during your vlogs. It became so pretty! Also love your style of editing videos. I watched this video 3 times the past week, but all 3 times I didn’t left a comment. So sorry :( have a nice weekend

[@sandihester]

Wow - I'm so glad you liked it that much - THANK YOU!!!

[@vanderleisantananeves4079]

Incrível essa obra de arte

[@kymanderson3582]

I thought a mid yellow not a dark yellow. The same or similar yellow you painted over the white table. With the other subtle splashes of yellow around the painting. I thought it linked the elements in the painting nicely. Just my thoughts. How we all see paintings is such a personal journey. It is a lovely whimsical painting. I love it. You have such a creative flair. Thank you for sharing.

[@sandihester]

Thank you so much Kym!

[@debsmith7050]

20:13 Agree :)) Good Luck !!!!

[@lamiarouleau1378]

Personaly I prefer the creamy version, because it was going well with the door color and it’s more complementary color with the blue of the rug then white. The spellchecker gets on my nerves😅. I have to find a solution

[@sandihester]

I like the cream version too!

[@violettahaven3706]

I kept wanting to tell you that the woman and the chair have tangents. It was driving me crazy. Lolololo even though you think it's a bomb, I absolutely love it.

[@sandihester]

Thank you ❤️

[@aliciadanowski245]

Add to below, wood table with orange chairs.

[@madelynsmith8281]

I still love it. But I totally get the fact of putting it down. I have so many unfinished paintings on my wall. Maybe I will get back to them some day. And if I don't that is alright too!! 😀

[@sandihester]

Thank you! And yes, if you don't get to them then that is ALRIGHT!

[@ilaria_m87]

I really liked the pale yellow table phase, it gave a warm and cozy atmosphere. I find that the cat in that position polarizes attention too much, maybe if it was a bit far back it be better. Of course that's just my opinion!

[@sandihester]

Watching the video back I liked the table in each stage - or at least better than I did in real life :)

[@julietoye9872]

Cooper 😊💖

[@sandihester]

I know ❤️ - he’s jut the best!

[@janbryant9879]

there have been sometimes when I have redone a painting 3 or 4 times before I really like the composition. Now I try to do a small one and get it right before I go try it larger or on canvas

[@sandihester]

It’s always a process isn’t it!

[@janbryant9879]

@@sandihester I don't paint loose like you do, which is one of the many reasons i love your videos. I hope to learn how to free up my own drawings. I do love your work! Keep on Keeping on!

[@sandihester]

@@janbryant9879 thank you Jan ❤️❤️❤️

[@vanderleisantananeves4079]

👏👏👏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤

[@GillianCrossArt]

I was going to suggest that you leave the painting and do something else, like sketchbook work. Putting it away in the closet works as well! :)

[@sandihester]

I think it likes being in the closet :)

[@emrrose1846]

I love you, Cooper and your videos!!!! I love this painting and hope one day you resolve it. Leave it in the cupboard for a little longer. My thoughts are maybe the floorboards draw your eye further back rather than to the table. I also think pussy cat is too big so competes with the table. I think a small a smaller one asleep in a basket would be super cute. I would also ditch the woman as she is making my eye go back there. I think if the rug was made a warmer colour but still darker in value than the table it may sort out the competition between the table and rug.i would also be inclined to make items on table much bigger. And reduce the amount of competing patterns on the table. Love your style soooo much. I get so excited when I see your videos in my feed!!!

[@sandihester]

Thank you!

[@franswey2]

What if add some shadows to darken areas to the table. Maybe Cooper by the lady and chair.

[@sandihester]

👍🏻 thank you!

[@beverleyanderson1242]

All the items on the table were small. Nothing bigger to break up the edge of the table somewhere...like you usually do. Xx

[@hakantacrafter813]

You were not liking how bright the table was and how much it stood out. How about trying to go for a brown wood coloured table when you are having this problem? Most tables do not stand out and almost blend into the room/environment a bit because they are wood coloured especially when there are other wood features in a room, maybe this is an automatic detail your brain is focusing on/looking for. Also even though I think all the chaos of so many details gives your work charm I am wondering if you are struggling with the overall feel because you have a hectic rug design next to a table with a lot of stuff on it, maybe you are personally struggling with feeling like it needs more space for the eyes to rest. But if that is the issue, do not get rid of the rug design because I feel this is what you like about this picture. hmmm look at the chair at the front, the plain seat part gives a bit of space for the eye to rest...maybe in this situation you can add plain objects under the tables edge to give small spaces for the eyes to rest without loosing items on the table or without loosing a rug design which may be too large an area to leave plain. If I was you I would just play in the software program you are using so you can just try lots of things. I personally thought it looked fine all the colours you tried and I think it looks good and finished but pictures look different to everyone and i'm thinking of how you are perceiving it and what you may be struggling with/not liking. Good luck with it.

[@karenemmerich2572]

The cat survived!! 😍 So far I think 🤔😂

[@sandihester]

Yes it did 😂😂😂

[@fuzzydragons]

not everything works out the way we want, more artists need to show that this happens rather then always posting the 'perfect' finished pieces

[@sandihester]

We do live in an age where we are surrounded by the "perfect" and I think it does affect us

[@Heather_Foubert_Artist]

Can you do a video showing us all of your Flashe paint colors? Thinking about buying some!

[@sandihester]

I have a video title Favorite Colors where you can see what I recommend ❤️

[@Heather_Foubert_Artist]

@@sandihester cool!!! Thank you

[@karritz1542]

Yellow is pretty but difficult. I usually add a tiny bit of dioxinine purple to yellow to give it some body. Not enough to change or dull the colour. It just seems to fix the table top problem you have.

[@sandihester]

It can be difficult. I always neutralize it, which always helps.

[@wendytaylor1486]

I just showed my today’s effort the inside of the trash bin,oh well tomorrow’s another day.🤪

[@sandihester]

Oh no!

[@anateresamendes-collins615]

Thank you so much for sharing even the fails. But I have a question about the figure (bust) on the top right that is floating there. Just incase you have become painting blind. It happens to me often. I recall taking a figure painting class and I was looking at the model and working the marks paying attention more to the subject than the painting. Then the teach comes by and says “well now that is interesting!!” I was in the zone but now self conscious about what she meant because ‘interesting’ never means as it should. She explains that I have completely inverted the painting. I was painting the mirror imagine. Well when I looked that was all I saw. ‘it was going good ...until it wasn’t.’ Big Hugs. 💕🐞💕

[@sandihester]

Thank you! It’s so funny because several of you guys have mentioned the figure 😂 - I purposely didn’t finish it - there’s an artist I like who does that and I thought I’d do it 😂

[@abyfuller]

I LOVE this!!! Did it sell yet???

[@hollynoscar3534]

sandi, i don't know if you painted over this one (gosh i hope not), but it's one of my favorite pieces of yours. i would totally buy a print of it if ever offered.... (cause i'm sure i prob couldn't afford the real thing)... would love to know the outcome of this painting.

[@sandihester]

I think I still have it but I don’t do prints. So sorry

[@smilesoftexas]

I LOVE me some Mr. Cooper!!! Sweet boy! Maybe he’s jealous of the cats in your painting. He’s saying, “mom, if you put me in your painting, it will be perfect!” Lol I do have a question for ya. Is there as much of a color shift when dry with Flashe Paint vs Acrylic? Good for you for putting your “closet painting” away...so it could later inspire new work. Yayyy you!!!

[@sandihester]

Cooper's jealous of anyone/thing I give attention to that's not him :) - he's a mama's boy and loves me to pieces! If I start talking to our cats - he comes running and stands there looking at me like he's really annoyed that they're in our life :). Flashe doesn't seem to have as much as a shift I don't think

[@smilesoftexas]

@@sandihester that’s how our grand doggy feels about our granddaughter! Her life was ruined by the addition of a baby human. 💕

[@lmundi6446]

What breed of dog is Cooper, he is beautiful. Give the kitty some back legs, I see you favor dogs, hmmm. Love his beard. Oh he is toooo cute. I used to live in Shellbyville Tennessee a nice horse and cow ranching town.

[@sandihester]

Oh that’s neat! Cooper is a Korthals Griffon

[@browneyedgirllove3838]

Maybe you have to look at witch colours are the opposite of etchother. Red and green. Black and White.

[@jamatwar]

how about a purple table? hehe

[@sandihester]

this cracked me up - is that the only color I didn't try??? :)

[@aliciadanowski245]

I know it really does not matter to you, but I would paint the table to look like wood, maybe walnut.

[@emrrose1846]

I think the depth of the floorboards is too high and close to the back of the table. Just looking at the your ultra matte paints review video and the balance of the wall, floorboards and position of table works really well in that painting.

[@sandihester]

Thanks!

[@souffle53]

What is the woman in the background with glasses on? Is she a painting? You are making me want to try painting again. Enjoy your videos.

[@sandihester]

No, I got inspired by another artist who usually doesn't even finish painting the whole body so I thought I'd do that - just part of her is painted :)

[@Lovely_lulu_]

I love your style 💕💕💕💕💕💕 ..and i think your dog is a man .

[@sandihester]

Thank you! And I agree about the dog 😂

[@love-light369]

My two cents worth... So not worth much... 😉🤭 Each time you showed the "closet painting" my eye kept seeing the bright blue curtains before anything.. Love you & Cooper... Is Grady really color-blind? 🥺 I was looking for his cameo appearance in the background... 😢😂

[@sandihester]

This cracked me up - looking for grady 😂😂😂. He really is color blind! AND he argues with me about what a color is 🙄😂

[@hairdebi]

Why not try painting the table a tan or a beige and use some dark brown to put wood grain in it

[@kirstentinkham5116]

Did anyone ever end up buying this or did you paint over it? I looked for it on your website but didn't see it listed. I luv the painting and hope you kept it. 🖌🖌

[@sandihester]

I didn't paint over it - just came across it the other day. not sure why I never posted it on my website but it is available if you're interested in it. you can email me from my website to inquire

[@INSTANTTHEATREBTP]

@@sandihester Relieved to hear this ! It's too good to be painted over and has had such a 'journey' !! 🤪

[@GenieGeerArtyology]

What if the curtains were in shades of grey?

[@sandihester]

Possibly

[@delmar5652]

I think the table is too light , maybe a wood color may do it ?

[@minnahumble2294]

I am at minute 17 and one thing I don’t like about this painting is that the rug is too similar in colour to the water outside the window. Also the bottom half of the painting confounds the eye with detail.

[@minnahumble2294]

Maybe others will disagree about the rug. I’d like to hear. I would prefer a green rug with a pattern in the original blue. Pattern instead of animals. That’s just me and believe me I cannot paint with your talent. I can’t draw either because my hands are not steady.

[@sarabarbeau3241]

The cat wants to be purple.

[@maryscarpa229]

Try out lining it

[@sandihester]

👍🏻

[@minnahumble2294]

I don’t understand the figure standing on the right of the window. Is she a sculpture?

[@liveincolor3793]

New eyes, put in closet for a day or two. Then you will see it differently. You don't see what is in front of you if it is all you see.

[@janeandclementine]

I hate to be obvious but.... “NO I LOVE IT, DONT PAINT OVER IT!”

[@sandihester]

Thank you Jane!!!! I appreciate that - I've heard that from several of you :)

[@bagobeans]

You worry too much and it interferes with your work. I would have left the table the lighter color and not the color you left it. It compliments the stuff on the table. I like your dog. I drew a picture of him in my sketch book. Yes, I am an artist.