Hatching of the Nest....

When my late husband, Richard Estes, and I moved into our home, the spacious garage presented an ideal location for an art studio and meeting place that we both had always dreamed of. Richard believed that creative thought is the only thing that will save this world. It was his vision to create a sense of community in our area, by offering a nurturing space in which we could gather and allow creativity and spiritual energy to flourish.

With Richard's passing in February 2009 I decided to breathe new life into the vision that Richard and I had.

In honor of our vision, in the Fall of 2009 I invited two other artists to help initiate the space by offering a diverse selection of art classes and personal exploration workshops. As with most businesses the first year was a time of learning, however the space was used by many people and fun creative energy was abundant.

This year the two artists that will be working with me are Tracy Vandermay and Jody McNamara. What a treat to have these two amazing women standing beside me, promoting Richard's dream. It is our wish to invite people to experience the wealth of talent at the studio as they explore the magical power of the creative spirit. Come "do art", smile, dance, and feel the joy that is shared when artists come together to create.

Friday, September 10, 2010

The AMAZING Blog is up and running.

I am beyond excited about having places to write about all the wonderful things that are happening at the Sparrow's Nest Studio.  This Blog and our Facebook page are perfect avenues for letting people know what is happening.   Our world of technology makes so many things possible...I'm learning slowly...but I am so thankful for my two wonderful partners, Jody McNamara and Tracy Vandermay, because they definately fill up my weak areas. 

Jody has been working hard on creating this blog space and she's done a great job.  I appreciate the care that she has taken when approaching this project.  She is thinking so well of the Sparrow's Nest and is ready to add her expertise in any way that she can.  Thank you, Jody.  It has been a joy working with you.

Tracy continues to be such a blessing in my life and in the work that she does for the Sparrow's Nest.  She is the organizer and planner and she also helps me with all the physical "taking care" of the studio.  Tracy is a treasure to me....I am so thankful that she is in my life.  Our friendship has grown deeper through creating a place where we can assist people in finding their creative spirit and happiness.  She has an amazing dedication to the mission of The Sparrow's Nest Studio.

I contine to be in awe of how much I miss Richard, my beloved husband. It's been over a year and a half since his death and I still spend so much time remembering our lives together and paying honor and respect to such a wonderful man, husband, father and friend.  I feel him very close to me...some moments closer than at others....but when I'm in the Studio he is always very near.  I feel his joy....he loved it when I was teaching and when I was living a life of creativity.  He loved my playfulness and joy and I know when I am "doing" the Sparrow's Nest....I am not only within his love light....but I am also continuing his work.  That makes my work for The Sparrow's Nest Studio so very important.

We're working hard on planning our Fall Retreat and on our Fall Schedule.  Keep checking here....the class schedule will soon be posted.  Thank you for supporting us.  We feel your excitement for our Studio.
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