I would really, really love to paint some store windows. I would (potentially) be willing to do so as a barter even, provided I was compensated in large quantities of peanut butter cookies and lattes (whole milk, no sugar). Anyway, I couldn’t resist a mockup of a cafe idea in my head.
This summer has flown by. The light and the temperatures have shifted, slightly. And while I miss being able to walk the dog at 8 at night, I do not miss the effects of humidity on my hair (very true to life sketch above). More than one person has said the word “Fall” in front of me this week and it was everything I could do not hollering, “NOT. YET.” To be fair, though, the mornings have been cool. And the garden looks like the last guest at a party: tired, past its prime, but not ready to head home quite yet.
Other things:
I’ve had a handful of people recommend A Canticle for Leibowitz and now that I’ve started, I understand the enthusiasm.
In looking at fairy tale images, I stumbled on Theodor Kittelsen’s work. Although born in the 19th century, his illustrations feel remarkably modern. This maiden and bear painting might be my favorite.
The Midnight Society’s patches went on a Christmas shopping list for my nieces, who as previously discussed, are Very Big Lord of the Rings Fans.
This sweater pattern is on my to knit list.