Leonardo da Veggie

Biography of Leonardo da Veggie

-Artist, Mathematician, Inventor, Writer, Lover of fine Salads

As a leading artist and intellectual of the Italian Renaissance, his enduring works "The Last Supper... until Snacktime" and "Mona Lettuce" have influenced countless artists. 

(Pictured above is a close up of Leonardo's famous painting, "Mona Lettuce" currently held in the special D'art de Rongeur Collection at the Louvre in Paris.)

He studied the laws of science and nature, which greatly informed his work as a painter, sculptor, architect, inventor, military engineer and draftsman. His inventions include useful items like the catapult for launching tossed salad over high walls and the hamster wheel for keeping a trim physique. 

Happy Beading with Soda Lime Times

The April issue of

Soda Lime Times 

focuses on "Happy" themed beads.  It was an honor to be chosen as the featured artist.  Included are 2 super cute tutorials to brighten the readers' day.  Hop on over to the Soda Lime Times website to get your issue today. 

 

Hope everyone has a lovely week.  As always, HaPpY BeAdiNg!

2015 Bead Artist Hall of Fame

It was an honor to be inducted into the Beads of Courage Glass Bead Artist Hall of Fame.  Jean, Robert and all of the dedicated staff at Beads of Courage make a difference daily in the lives of countless children courageously fighting childhood illnesses.

Close up of the Hall of Fame Bead

Exciting News!

 Ben Browne, a friend and fellow glass geek, is now on Etsy!  Check out his shop:

Ben Browne Art
Starting this Fall, Ben will be offering workshops at the Mesa Arts Center.  His innovative mind is truly a gift.  I expect to see great things come from his desire to push the creative limits of glass.  His passion for art extents to photography.  Feel free to convo him via Etsy for custom work and professional photography pricing.  (Photograph courtesy of Ben Browne Art)