Tag Archives: garden

Making Garden Gold: How to Compost

Posted on May 25, 2013 by Artimagination

Nicole has happily been composting for her organic garden- which she loves because it eliminates so much waste that otherwise would be lost in a landfill, and turns everything from coffee grinds, eggshells, and unwanted veggie leftovers into precious nourishment … Continue reading →

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Hot off the Presses: M. Nicole van Dam Rain/Garden Boots on Fox TV!

Posted on April 17, 2013 by Artimagination

I just learned that the Good Day TV Show on Fox TV did a segment that shared the rain/garden boots based on my artwork with their viewers – luckily they posted it on YouTube so I can share the video … Continue reading →

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Spring is HERE and the Garden is ALIVE!

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Artimagination

It’s absolutely glorious outside! Spring is here, the fruit trees have more flowers than ever, we have a few twittering bird tenants in the nesting boxes, and the veggie garden is planted! -And yes, I know, the tomatoes will take … Continue reading →

Posted in Gardening & Animals & Inspirations, The Artist's Thoughts | Tagged Apple, bird, Chihuahua Papillion Pomeranian, conservation, crop report, dog, environment, garden, inspiration, Leonberger, living green, M. Nicole van Dam, organic, pet, vegetable garden, veggie | Leave a comment

Newly Released Limited Edition Artworks on Their First Exhibit

Posted on September 3, 2012 by Artimagination

A few weeks ago, M. Nicole van Dam got another call for an exhibit of her artwork – since there are already so many exhibits of her artwork going on concurrently, this meant releasing a Limited Edition series for several … Continue reading →

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Vegetable Garden Painting “Nature’s Kitchen”

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Artimagination

My vegetable garden painting is done – I’ve named it “Nature’s Kitchen” in homage to my husband’s quip that when we harvest veggies for dinner we are going “grocery chopping.” It’s very similar to my garden – except maybe a … Continue reading →

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Nicole’s Impressionist, Artsy, FUN rain boots and garden boots now for sale on Amazon!

Posted on June 26, 2012 by Artimagination

Nicole’s rain boots and garden boots have been selling in shops and websites for a few months now – and Nicole just got word that these lovely boots are now also on Amazon. If you look at the Amazon site, … Continue reading →

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Bench at Giverny

Posted on May 20, 2012 by Artimagination

Bench at Giverny This artwork honors the Impressionist master Monet and his lovely gardens at Giverny. I wanted share my view not only of Monet’s gardens, but also of the vast waterway of creativity that Monet helped bring to life, … Continue reading →

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Reading on the River Thales

Posted on May 20, 2012 by Artimagination

Reading on the River Thales While this dreamy artwork may not look it, this artwork is a nod to Greek philosopher Thales of Miletus who was both the first to explain natural phenomenon without reference to mythology, earning him the … Continue reading →

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Country Rose

Posted on May 20, 2012 by Artimagination

Country Rose Country Rose is actually the first work in which I experimented with making my signature a more integral part of the design – in fact, this artwork was signed twice! In creating Country Rose, I was expressing my … Continue reading →

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It’s Spring

Posted on May 20, 2012 by Artimagination

It’s Spring This artwork was inspired by the joy and passion of Spring. My goal was to make It’s Spring feel abundantly bursting forth happiness and cheer. It’s Spring was created in 1999 and is a part of my … Continue reading →

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Chef at the Farmer’s Market

Posted on May 19, 2012 by Artimagination

Chef at the Farmer’s Market This lively artwork was inspired by my trips to the many weekly colorful, bountiful Farmer’s Markets along the California Central Coast region. Such beautiful produce! Wonderful flowers! Arts & crafts! I enjoyed painting the sunflowers … Continue reading →

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Vegetable Medley

Posted on May 19, 2012 by Artimagination

Inspired by M. Nicole van Dam’s own organic vegetable garden, this crop of veggies is ripe to perfection! To see images of Nicole’s vegetable garden, please visit our1earth.com. To purchase fun items such as serving trays with this lovely artwork, … Continue reading →

Posted in Abstracts, In the Garden, Nicole's News Hot Sheet, Portfolio, Still Life | Tagged art, asparagus, garden, in the garden, kale, living green, M. Nicole van Dam, nvd, onion, organic, pepper, spinach, still life, swiss chard, tomato, vegetable, vegetable garden | Leave a comment

Honey Bee Happy

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Artimagination

Honey Bee Happy A trio of happy honey bees and dancing gerbera daisies adorn a colorful honey comb of fun. Honey Bee Happy is my homage to the valuable honey bee in our ecosystem. I tried to make Honey Bee … Continue reading →

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Hummingbird Memories

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Artimagination

This lovely artwork includes a barn, apple orchard, humming birds and yes – even a row boat and hidden surprises! Limited Editions available upon request. “Hummingbird Memories” was originally created to be transformed into a commissioned silk scarf, in 2008. … Continue reading →

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Ballet des Fleurs

Posted on May 13, 2012 by Artimagination

Ballet des Fleurs In Ballet des Fleurs, I had fun juxtaposing graceful ballerinas with morning glories, tulips, roses and other flowers, inspired by the movement and grace of ballet and nature. I especially like the ballerinas! The colors are very … Continue reading →

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Butterfly Beauties

Posted on May 12, 2012 by Artimagination

Butterfly Beauties was inspired by the butterfly shape blossoms of hydrangea and the dancing butterflies of my garden. To purchase fun items such as serving trays with this lovely artwork, please visit http://letsgoshopping.bz. Available in Limited Edition prints and more, available … Continue reading →

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Roses of Conquest

Posted on May 9, 2012 by Artimagination

Roses of Conquest This artwork is emotionally a very important piece to me. It is about conquering life’s inevitable challenges, heart breaks and disappointments, and moving on to successful new horizons. Conquering life’s challenges, heartbreaks and disappointments is symbolized by … Continue reading →

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Fancy Fruits

Posted on May 9, 2012 by Artimagination

Fancy Fruits was in part inspired by wishful thinking of harvests to come! The central coastal areas of California offer bounties of fruit, and I’ve planted many fruit trees and berries and vines in my garden, inspiring this painting. To purchase fun items … Continue reading →

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Oasis

Posted on May 4, 2012 by Artimagination

Inspired by lovely waterside retreats, peaceful havens from a busy world. Limited Editions available upon request.

Posted in In the Garden, Nature and Animals, Nicole's News Hot Sheet, Portfolio, Romantic Destinations, Scapes, Water Features | Tagged animals, art, floral, flower, garden, Impressionist, iris, lake, landscape, M. Nicole van Dam, nvd, orchid, pond, romantic destinations, swan, water, water feature | Leave a comment

Amazing Acrobatic Squirrel Defies Gravity!

Posted on April 25, 2012 by Artimagination

Check out this video – this squirrel is AMAZING! It’s hard to believe how daring and fun this squirrel is, with lots of personality. As you will see in the film clip, this squirrel LOVES a challenge – rather than … Continue reading →