Monthly Archives: February 2010

Poem and Artwork inspired by ((sigh)) Dieting!

On Dieting Oh the endless craves How I strive for caloric free days And when I fail, to not so enjoy the tasty error of my ways Is anyone truly naturally thin Able to eat whatever they desire and when? … Continue reading

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Young Colt

Young Colt was inspired by the frolicking freshness of a yearling.  The original work was created in 2000, inspired by my love of horses and time spent with equestrian minded folk. I tried to bring a feeling of Spring freshness … Continue reading

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BIG Garden Plans for EMPTY BEDS!

I spent so much time researching the web for info on Ojai vegetable gardening – what to plant, when to plant, etc.  I found a great source of info on http://www.gardening-coaches.com/whentoplantveggies.php which helped a lot, and led me to three … Continue reading

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About the Artist Family Garden..Pets…and Cooking Fiascos!

About the Artist Family Garden..Pets…and Cooking Fiascos! Here are last year’s vegetable beds… Mr. Squirrel, do you have reservations? With last year’s harvest, I tried more carrot recipes than one would think possible – carrot breads, carrot muffins, carrot quiche, carrot … Continue reading

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New Products!

Here is an example of some of the products currently available from M. Nicole van Dam original designs. How did these products come to pass?  Nicole’s fine art is available for purchase, lease, license and commission.  If you are interested … Continue reading

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Inca Dink, The Great Houndini is about to be released!

Exciting, exciting!  Our first children’s book publication is about to be released!  As part of the process, I needed to go into a recording studio, where I learned that sensitive recording equipment picks up just about every noise!  Stay tuned … Continue reading

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