A Touch of Whimsy

"Sunrise Eyes" Acrylic - 9"x12"

Mary Maki Rae - 2013(c)

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This little painting turned out differently then I expected - I hadn't planned on the curly hair or hat - they just evolved.

After the addition of the whimsical Yellow Butterflies to balance the Flowers - I happened upon this Magical Bird that really inspired me.  So I painted it on her shoulder for company and some more "Whimsy".

"Paradiso in Panama" By Fromental

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The Decor book that I was reading is entitled: "Be Your Own Decorator"

By Susanna Salk - Rizzoli N.Y. - 2012

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I liked her thoughts on "Whimsy":

"Whimsy is the power of the unexpected - it's every rooms secret tool."

"Touches of Whimsy in a room cause us to pause - exclaim - and wonder."

"They add ripples of excitement to a room."

"Whimsy helps to involve us - inviting us to be a part of the room's unfolding narrative.

It also means someone cared enough to go beyond mere decorating - to create delight-!"

"It's what lingers in your head long after you have left for another room-!"

This book is really Fun - and quite informative as well - Check It Out-!!

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