Heart and Soul Peony Garden and Off to France We Go!

As I prepare to teach abroad, I dive into a joyful painting frenzy before saying goodbye to my cozy studio, pugs, and helpful hubby. Though I can’t pack everyone in my suitcase, a bon voyage celebration is definitely in order!

Published:
July 31, 2015
Updated:
July 31, 2015
 Colorful diptych painting of blooming peonies in shades of pink, white, and magenta on an easel, surrounded by real peony arrangements in vases; a vibrant garden-inspired studio scene capturing the heart and soul of a peony garden.

Heart and Soul Peony Garden ~ Diptych (Two Pieces)
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Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas

Wine tasting in Tuscany, next stop, gelato tasting in France! oo la la!

There is always a bit of frenzied painting that occurs each time I’m about to travel and teach. It’s as if I can’t bear to leave my studio, only stopping for meals and pug and hubby time. I’m going to miss my little puggy painting oasis while I’m in France! The hubby has quite the “to-do” list while I’m away, shipping paintings, handling the solvent pickup by the toxic waste folks, making sure the little fatties are all spoiled in the manner to which they are accustomed! I may not be able to take ALL of you with me in the suitcase, but we can sure have a bon voyage party!

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Nancy Medina

Nancy is a master signature artist and instructor with thousands of online students from around the world. She has worked with Disney, served on the art faculty of the Dallas Arboretum, and has taught workshops in France, Italy and across the US.

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Heart and Soul Peony Garden and Off to France We Go!

As I prepare to teach abroad, I dive into a joyful painting frenzy before saying goodbye to my cozy studio, pugs, and helpful hubby. Though I can’t pack everyone in my suitcase, a bon voyage celebration is definitely in order!

 Colorful diptych painting of blooming peonies in shades of pink, white, and magenta on an easel, surrounded by real peony arrangements in vases; a vibrant garden-inspired studio scene capturing the heart and soul of a peony garden.

Heart and Soul Peony Garden ~ Diptych (Two Pieces)
20X20
Oil on Gallery Wrap Canvas

Wine tasting in Tuscany, next stop, gelato tasting in France! oo la la!

There is always a bit of frenzied painting that occurs each time I’m about to travel and teach. It’s as if I can’t bear to leave my studio, only stopping for meals and pug and hubby time. I’m going to miss my little puggy painting oasis while I’m in France! The hubby has quite the “to-do” list while I’m away, shipping paintings, handling the solvent pickup by the toxic waste folks, making sure the little fatties are all spoiled in the manner to which they are accustomed! I may not be able to take ALL of you with me in the suitcase, but we can sure have a bon voyage party!

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Nancy Medina

Nancy is a master signature artist and instructor with thousands of online students from around the world. She has worked with Disney, served on the art faculty of the Dallas Arboretum, and has taught workshops in France, Italy and across the US.