Studio Journal
Reflections, creations and inspirations from my studio world.
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The Eternal Dance of Endings and Beginnings
✧ September 19, 2026 ✧ It’s been a very beautiful summer, filled with magical encounters, new projects and inspiration. It has also been a time to celebrate the…
Forest Bathing and New Perspectives
✧ August 24, 2026 ✧ I just came back from a long forest walk and feel more energized and ready to do some studio work. It is one of the most healing practices you can do. The Japanese call it shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing. Waiting for me along the way were a family of four…
The Gift of the Orchids
✧ July 18, 2026 ✧ This month brought me an unexpected gift. After several years without blooming, all three of my orchids began flowering at the same time! Like many of my plants, these orchids each have a name: Fairy, Angel and Honey.Honey flowers almost every year, with her beautiful yellow and pink flowers. Fairy…
Where are you, my song sparrow?
✧ June 7, 2026 ✧ I have been working on new designs and techniques and enjoying the outdoors whenever possible. I fell in love twice in the past few weeks: once with the art of cloisonné enamel, which I am now exploring, and the other time with a little song sparrow that built a tiny…
“Sometimes Peace is the Loudest Joy.”
The Studio Journal is where I share some of what inspire my creations: concepts, materials, forms, symbolism and special moments.
Much Love and gratitude,
Marcia