Author Archives: Artimagination

iPhone, iPad and iPod App – Inca Dink the Great Houndini – LIVE in the Apple APP Store!

HOT OFF THE PRESSES:    The wonderful narrated iPhone, iPad and iPod app version of my children’s book, “Inca Dink, The Great Houndini” – brilliantly narrated by BBC personality Dominic Byrne – is now for sale at the Apple store and … Continue reading

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Nicole’s Artist Boots at the MovieGuide Awards!

Fun fun fun! The rainboots with Nicole’s art were selected to be gifts given to the celebrities at the MovieGuide Awards, and it didn’t bother Nicole one bit to be referred to as a “modern day Monet.” Watch this video … Continue reading

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February Creativity Central has us making Garden-themed Sculptures!

At our February Creativity Central we had great conversation and crafted sculptural masterpieces having a gardening theme – we made everything from flying hearts, a humorous worm in an apple and a happy ant, to a perfect garden pixie and … Continue reading

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New Black and White Series based on our Furry & Feathery Friends!

Due to the appeal of Nicole’s black and white Leonberger dog images, Nicole was asked to create a line of more black and white images based on our furry and feathery friends. These lovely artworks join Nicole’s fun and heart … Continue reading

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Art Nouveau Lady

  Art Nouveau Lady Art Nouveau Lady, created in 2014, was inspired by the lovely works featuring women by Alfonse Mucha and Erte.  It is intended to be an elegant blend of the art nouveau and art deco styles, with … Continue reading

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What Home Made Compost Looks Like When You’re Finished, and How to Use it!

I was invited to a lovely tea today and saw the sweetest garden, filled with creativity and whimsy. We came to the subject of composting and what finished compost should look like when it’s ready to use. It’s basically black … Continue reading

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Bra Fundraising Fun at January’s Creativity Central

It’s that time of year again – when our fearlessly creative Creativity Central team makes bras to be auctioned off at the Gala to help support women who cannot afford their cancer-related medical services.  While last year’s bras were hard … Continue reading

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Creativity Beyond the Canvas

I have discovered that it is so refreshing – INSPIRING – to work with other creative people. My advice to any artist who feels burned out is to have some fun working with another creative person on an entirely different … Continue reading

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We had a jewel of a time December 2013 making “Dutch Diamonds!”

We had a jewel of a time at Nicole’s December 2013 Creativity Central making “Dutch Diamonds!”  Here are some pictures of our fun Creativity Central: Sherri and her ‘gems’! Another of our talented ‘Jewelers’ shares her creations Our Collection of … Continue reading

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October & November Creativity Central set the table for a Happy Thanksgiving!

At the October Creativity Central and at the November Creativity Central we made table decorations for Thanksgiving, and we had a great time! Here are some photos from these two extra special Creativity Central sessions: We created placemats during our … Continue reading

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Butterfly Magic!

We were taken to a magical butterfly adventure at Butterfly Wonderland in Scottsdale – so worth seeing! Kudos to Butterfly Wonderland for making such a great, beautiful and educational butterfly sanctuary. There are many volunteers there that teach you things … Continue reading

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In time for Halloween! Something Scary Lurks on our Couch!

What on earth could this scary monster be that lies lurking beneath the blanket on our couch? These are the kinds of things that just make me smile! Thank goodness God invented dogs! Have a HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

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September Creativity Central ROCKS!

At our September Creativity Central we had a fun musical treat – live rock ‘n roll music generously and superbly performed by Kenneth G. Halverson Jr.  That means we got to jam as we created to some great music – … Continue reading

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On Hounds, Crop Report and More

It’s been too long since my last post – we’ve had harvests of tomatoes, grapes, a few cherries, strawberries, apples, and Asian apple pears. Our doughnut peach tree has hundreds of green peaches, so looking forward to a luscious harvest, … Continue reading

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Recent Creativity Central Sessions create Fun and Beauty!

Give our talented Creativity Central group a stack of papers, a glue gun, some flower wire and a few beads and colored markers and you will get… ROSES!  Here are some photos from this wonderful April 2013 Creativity Central: Hard … Continue reading

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Making Garden Gold: How to Compost

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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SuperQuick® Self-Publishing – Latest SuperQuick® How-To Book Released!

The latest book in the SuperQuick® series is released: If you are seeking a step-by-step guide to on demand or eBook self-publishing, then “SuperQuick® Self-Publishing: On Demand Publishing & eBooks Made Easy” will help you get your book published asap … Continue reading

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

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

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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Latest SuperQuick® Book released!

M. Nicole van Dam has written a unique thinking and talking points guide for the entrepreneur, “SuperQuick® Savvy Business Thinking Points & Interviews,” now available in paperback. As background, the best way to explore the steps you (or your audience) … Continue reading

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