"Embracing Hibernation"

As my own sheltering at home passes the eight month mark now, painting this piece has been both blessing and therapy...

With winter approaching, it's been a reminder to appreciate all the small comforts which sustain me; a knitted shawl, a stack of books, a hot cup of tea, a cozy blanket (see detail)...

We can learn a lot from our friends in the natural world, who live in season, and adapt to circumstances, settling in for what could be a long winter, but still mindful of the promise of spring ahead (another detail)...

Painted in acrylics on a 12" x 36" gallery canvas, the sides of the piece are painted a deep midnight blue, so there's no need for a frame. Not limited to just wall hanging, I think this one would also look wonderful on a door (I love hanging art on doors!). 

 

It's signed at the bottom, and will come with a certificate of authenticity. This one was truly a labor of love, and my hope is that all the positive energy infused in its creation will bless someone's home through this difficult time, and for years to come. ♥

I'm accepting offers this weekend via email (carolee@kingofmice.com), beginning at $895, with shipping dependent on location.

Thanks very much for taking a peek, and I hope you and yours are staying safe and well!

♥ Carolee

It's Showtime!!

 A week late, following a major computer crash, but here's the post that WAS TO BE. Everything sold directly via email (thank you!), but I thought I'd post this here in case anyone wanted to see pics and descriptions....

 

Are you as excited as I am?

Well, maybe not AS excited as the for real Michigan show (where I get to meet you all in person!), but still, I'm pretty happy about sharing my work! So grab a cup of your favorite brew, and if you see something that strikes your fancy, please email me at carolee@kingofmice.com, and place the title of the piece in the subject line of your email to claim it. I'll do my best to mark pieces sold as as quickly as I am able, but I'm a one-man-band here, so please be patient. To be fair (and just like the in-person show), each piece will go to the first person to claim it.

So here we go... several new pieces of *magical* work, with the measurements and prices listed (before shipping, which will vary depending on location and insurance).

I'll be shipping in a few days, as soon as the varnish is dry (most of these were photographed pre-varnishing to avoid glare), and ask that payment in full be made via PayPal within 24 hours of claiming the piece.

Thanks for stopping by to take a peek, and thanks for supporting the arts!

♥ Carolee

 

"Maine Coon Magic"

This gorgeous fellow is all ready for Halloween, and has left his pawprint inside the box!

4 1/2" square x 1 1/2", acrylic on wood, SOLD

 

"Seek Magic"

A mystical crow, with a reminder to always look for the magic. :)

6 1/2" x 4 1/2", acrylic on wood, accented with a Swarovski crystal, SOLD.

 

"Magical Miss Mousel" 

This adorable little mouse is bestowing Halloween blessings on her friend the crescent moon (and on your home as well!)

6 1/2" x 41/2" x 21/4", acrylic on bentwood box, SOLD.

 

 "Girl's Night Out"

Hayrides, a barn dance, and wicked good brew for the ladies of this Halloween village (and their familiars), as the Woman in the Moon smiles down!

13" in diameter x 3", acrylic on large bentwood box. SOLD

 

"Cat Sith"

The Fairy Cat of Celtic legend roams the Highlands in search of souls to steal - or will offer your house protection if you share a saucer of milk on Samhain! (Celtic knotwork border.) :)

17" at widest point, x 5 1/2", acrylic on hand turned, solid wood bowl, SOLD

 

"Magical Brew"

A *magical* Cat and Mouse tea party, complete with cupcakes, is the perfect place to store your favorite brew (or jewelry, accessories, etc)...

15" x 7" x 4 1/2", acrylic on hand made wooden Tea Chest with removable dividers. SOLD

"Fly Away Home"

6" tall x 3" wide, acrylic on wood ornament, SOLD

Thanks again for stopping by and checking out my work! Find me on Facebook at King of Mice Studios, and @kingofmicestudios on Instagram!

 

 

 

The Witch's Apothecary

 Well, it's been a little while, hasn't it?

I'm afraid I've been so immersed in Facebook, Instagram, and just LIFE (and now pandemic life) that blogging sort of fell through the cracks. I won't promise to get better about it, because well - I've tried that, hehe...But for what it's worth, I do promise to try. ;)

If you're visiting to get a peek at the new Witch's Apothecary Cabinet, you've come to the right place.

  

This piece was truly a labor of love and inspiration, and the first of its kind I've painted in well over five years - since before John passed, in fact. It brought back a lot of memories of him checking on my progress, complimenting the outcome, and joking about how if I didn't stop obsessing and adding detail, I'd end up making about ten cents an hour on the piece, lol. :)

 

This one has been a good couple of weeks in the making, and I'm really proud of it. I think he would be too...

 

  

The cabinet itself is made of wood, hand crafted by an Amish woodworker here in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, painted in acrylics, and finished with a clear, acrylic varnish. You may find tiny imperfections in both wood texture and brushstrokes, as is the nature of hand made, rather than manufactured pieces, but I think that adds to the charm.

 

The piece measures 26 1/4" x 15 3/4" x 7". It's signed it on the bottom, and will come with a signed and dated certificate of authenticity. I think it would look wonderful mounted on a wall in kitchen, dining room or living room.

 

 

Since there's been a good bit of interest in this one, to make it fair, I'm accepting offers, with a minimum of $950, via email to carolee@kingofmice.com. The best offer will capture the piece, and I'll leave it open until tomorrow evening (August 13th) at 8PM. Depending on the offer, I will consider splitting it into two payments (via PayPal). In the event there are identical best offers, I will contact the collectors and let them have the opportunity to revise. Shipping will vary depending on location, but it will come to  you via UPS, professionally packaged and fully insured. Depending on the best offer, shipping may be included.

 

  

Finally, thank you sooooooo much for all the kind words, comments and interest in this piece on social media. It's such a blessing to work on something I truly feel will be a future heirloom, and there's no better feeling in the world than thinking my work will bring a little *magic* to someone's hearth and home for generations to come. ♥

 

 

If you have any questions about the piece, feel free to email, or contact me on Facebook, and do feel free to leave a comment here - I love hearing from you! 

 

 

Artful blessings, much love, and stay safe...

♥ Carolee