Inspirational GIANT Leap Cosmos Art – 50th Anniversary of Apollo 11

“That’s one small step for [a] man, one giant leap for mankind.” Neil Armstrong - Illustration by Cherish Flieder

This week marks the 50th anniversary since America landed the first humans on the moon! Ages of dreaming, imagination and the end of the space race came to fruition as Neil Armstrong set the very first human footprint on the lunar surface. He famously remarks “That’s one small step for [a] man, one giant leap…

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Art Licensing Agent: Suzanne Cruise

art licensing agent interview with suzanne-cruise hosted by monica-lee

Monica Lee of Smartcreativewomen.com recently interviewed art licensing agent Suzanne Cruise. Their interview touches on so many need-to-know points about the state of art licensing today. I have listened to hundreds of talks on art licensing over the years and this is one of the most authentic perspectives on working with companies and agents, even helpful for a self-represented artist like myself.

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Aloha Mixed Media Canvas

For today’s Designer Connection Blog Hop, I bring you a lovely vacation themed mixed media canvas collage painting of a beautiful beach somewhere off the shore of Kauai.

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Mixed Media Canvas Painting Collage Workshop

Colorado Mixed Media Workshop

In this 3 hour Mixed Media Canvas Painting Collage Workshop, designed by artist Cherish Flieder, students learn techniques to artfully use many mediums together for both professional art and personal craft applications. They are guided through the process to make a unique canvas creation that embodies a theme of their choice. Students explore how to combine the use of watercolor, colored pencil, markers, acrylics, collage elements and embellishments like embroidery, buttons, beads, fabric scraps and more. See examples and get inspired to mix and match elements to make your art fun and vibrant!

If you are interested in participating in future classes, contact Cherish to be added to the wait list.

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RSS Press Releases are now Something to Cherish

For media inquiries contact: Cherish Flieder 100% Renewable, Time and Earth Friendly Press News Updates are now available via RSS. Subscribe to the no-nonsense “Media Updates” RSS feed in your favorite feed reader here. View the Digital Press Releases on the SomethingToCherish.com blog under the Digital Press Releases category. Also, don’t forget to check the…

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A Dream to Cherish – It’s Amazing

Jem - It's Amazing

I am excited to share with you that today is the 2 year anniversary of my “Something to Cherish” art brand! To honor the event, enjoy this inspirational music video by Jem. I pray that your life will also be blessed as you follow your dreams.

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Orphan Works Discussion

Megan discusses the Orphan Works bill with Brenda and Joanne, July 2008 from: www.whencreativityknocks.com LEARN MORE & TAKE ACTION AGAINST THIS BILL: www.owoh.org

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Penelope Dullaghan Interview

Sheri Gaynor of feistyfemales.com interviews illustrator and entrepreneur Penelope Dullaghan. You may also know Penelope from Illustration Friday. If you are looking for a way to kick-start your ideas, this is worthy of your creative input.

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Century Celebration “Passion” Flower Festival

The Church of Our Lady in Fleet, Hampshire, England just reached its centenary in June of 2008. To commemorate this grand occasion they held a Flower Festival that uniquely depicts the life of Christ. I was greatly honored to have my painting, “The Passion Flower” selected to mark such a special occasion, half a world…

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