Kate, Author at The Northern Wood Experience

Life Goes On

Better late than never, seems to be a slogan of mine throughout the years and now, at 37, some things never change. It has been a good 3 months since we moved back to Michigan and into the house I have owned since the turn of this century. Now that things are starting to settle… Continue reading Life Goes On

Art and Finding Your Peace

Location, location, location….that is what it is all about right? mmmm, maybe not. Happiness is in your heart….right? Ok, well maybe that is it….well, maybe not. Ok, so what it is all about is a combination of both I guess. Generally speaking, I am NOT a fan of El Paso Texas, however, every day that… Continue reading Art and Finding Your Peace

Christmas 2011 Art

This year has been a fun one for commissioned pieces as well as our own personal endeavors. Had great jobs for the holiday season including a personalized plaque for a football player who it appears will be heading to the NFL next year! Go Tydlacka 🙂 and a couple of pet portraits as well. Even… Continue reading Christmas 2011 Art

Art in El Paso

After I met my inspiration and decided to let my life lead me where it would, I was headed to El Paso Texas on a plane one cool March morning to begin a new life in a foreign land.

Happy Birthday Cezanne

Thanks to Google I was made aware of another of my favorite artists having a birthday today. This article is in celebration of the skills, Cezanne one of the most spectacular and inspirational artists in history. 172 years ago, Cezanne was born and a chapter in art history began, quite literally.

Finding Your Inspiration

Well, it has been a long time since I have written, and I will explain why. I am an artist and as such, everything in my life MUST BE INSPIRED!! I know, I have already written about inspiration, but what would life be without inspiration really? I firmly believe that life is nothing if it… Continue reading Finding Your Inspiration

The Sound Of The Crickets and Trucks On The Highway

As I sit in the backyard, surrounded by houses, roads, street lights and a soft glow from my own house, the sound of the crickets and trucks on the highway is all I hear.

The Beauty Of A Bog

Watching how the bog changes without the impact of non natives is a special experience indeed. I have not yet been disappointed with what I have seen and as I get older, find myself even more inspired by its stunning variety and beauty.

Heading To Iceland

Strolling In The Woods One Day

Ok, so it wasn’t really a stroll, more of a drive, but beautiful none the less. Michigan astounds me every year with its diversity, both ecological as well as in the weather department. Two weeks ago it was 80 in April, now it’s been snowing, blustery and in the 30’s. Temperatures are beginning to stabilize… Continue reading Strolling In The Woods One Day