What a night it was Monday night! It was Ustream technical issue after technical issue and despite my sweating I was calm. It was what it was and I did the best I could to make that night happen for me and for everyone! We had a record number of viewers which was off the charts and there was nothing but support from all who where there. As a disclosure, I cannot control Ustream and I just let that go and created. This is what came from that wonderful night........
MATERIALS LIST:
Paints, Decoupage & Gesso (DecoArt), Stipple Brushes (DecoArt), Transfer Paper (DecoArt), Buttons (Buttons Galore & More), Stamp Ink (Marvy Heritage), Adhesives (Beacons Fabri-Tac), Pens (Montana Paint), Charcoal Pencil
MATERIALS USED CAN BE PURCHASED HERE: http://astore.amazon.com/twstudios-20
If you missed the LIVE show you can catch the recording HERE (NOTE: Please excuse any technical or sound issues as those were Ustream issues and were beyond my control):
I love all the Button Fun on this page!
What a simply amazing night it was! The love and support I got was beyond anything I ever expect. To sum it up Andy Watson (Moderator extraordinaire who held it all together during the sound issues) said:
"Aw, Tracy Weinzapfel Burgos you are just such an example. Just because things get hard, there are bumps in the road, the sound gets muffled, things get dark now and then.....that's no reason to quit. In spite of all the frustrations.....something beautiful comes out in the end Thank You, once again, Tracy, for inspiring us all! ♥ ♥ ♥"
Mary Frederichsen......
".....Thank you for a great show tonight. You showed what a professional you are by how you just kept on working! Many others would have allowed their egos to get in the way and called it! Thank you for showing that art transends all obsticles,especially U-Stream!! lol ♥"
and Lori Batronis.....
"Last night was a perfect example to all of us that creating needs to come from within. There will always be outside forces trying to knock you off course. We need to all listen to our souls, go to our happy place, and use the God given talents that were entrusted in us. He would not have given them to us if He did not want us to use them. I thank God every day for all of you and mostly you dear dear Tracy Weinzapfel Burgos"
That was a lesson for us all. Drop the perfectionism and just let it happen organically. There were so many similar quotes and emails that just capped off an amazing night. Maybe this whole night will be remembered for my ginormous Montana paint marker that saved the day (watch the video to the very end)......
Tomorrow I will be posting the official March Creative Dare that I am so excited about so stay tuned. In the meantime Thank You to our two amazing sponsors this month:
I LOVE buttons and containers so this was a great way to start out March! Remember, I am off next week due to travel! See you in TWO weeks for Mixed Media Monday! Do not forget to join our Facebook Group HERE: http://www.facebook.com/groups/112352452239274/
and all past videos can be seen on my YouTube Channel HERE: http://www.youtube.com/user/TraceB5 Click to Subscribe.
I said this today......my goal is simple: I want to empower uplift & support fellow artists/women, share my passion and do what I love. I get to do just that every Monday with an amazing group of people. That is my path........
"Every one of us is a perfectionist about something. Learn to sense when your desire to make something perfect is preventing you from getting it done. Realize that the idea of perfection is not only unachievable, it can destroy your otherwise productive mindset. It will keep you running in place, feeling insane for your entire life. If you feel like you’re running in place right now, take a break and reflect. Think about the difference between diligent effort and perfectionism. Know when enough is enough. Say it out loud if you must: “Get lost perfectionism! Without you I am brilliant!”
You are a trooper!! This is lovely. I have an idea and started mine this morning!!
Posted by: Jean Marmo | Tuesday, March 05, 2013 at 07:06 AM
LOVE this page and even with the issues last night.. you still ROCK!!! I still say you should stencil your apron :) Thanks for all your inspiration and your GO GET 'EM attitude!! You definitely set dreams in motion and inspire us all!!
hugs,
Tanya Stilwell
Posted by: Tanya Stilwell | Tuesday, March 05, 2013 at 07:07 AM
Thank you so much Jean! This is going to be a fun month!
Posted by: Tracy Weinzapfel | Tuesday, March 05, 2013 at 07:18 AM
THANK YOU! I really do need to adorn that apron and soon before it gets anything on it LOL! ♥
Glad so many get what I do and get me!
Posted by: Tracy Weinzapfel | Tuesday, March 05, 2013 at 07:19 AM
Last night I just turned off the sound and painted watching what you were doing. Although I missed the interaction; it was still a lot of fun!! Will miss you next week :( But I hope you have lots of fun in Las Vegas! I do have a suggestion for your 43rd birthday to come white water raftingover here in NC, it's a lot of fun, and not too dangerous. waving hi from the rainy hills of North Carolina ♥
Posted by: sandeeNC | Tuesday, March 05, 2013 at 04:02 PM
Hi, Tracy! I missed Monday night, not to mention Tuesday morning, but can't wait to watch the video (regardless of its reported technical difficulties) tomorrow morning. Russ and I made a "wine run" to the Finger Lakes region of New York State and just returned tonight. I have difficulty announcing that we are leaving (with the resultant invitation to anyone wanting to rob us) before we go away, but happy to announce we are back with many cases of wine! I look forward to tomorrow morning and coffee with one of my most favorite artists!!!
Posted by: Kay Wallace | Tuesday, March 05, 2013 at 06:00 PM
not even technical difficulties can keep you from creating greatness!! you rock! and you rock a mean giant marker!!
Posted by: angie | Tuesday, March 05, 2013 at 10:32 PM
So glad that I am a visual learner and that you believe in "the show must go on!" Still a great show even with those technical difficulties. I do have a couple of buttons lying around and definitely have some favorite songs, so I accept your March dare!!! Thanks for inspiring us, for motivating us, but especially for encouraging us!!
Posted by: Kay Wallace | Wednesday, March 06, 2013 at 08:01 AM
When I called my parents after and my dad was still laughing I knew I carried it off. That is what I want to do.....inspire and make others smile (while making my art). All done in one night......MONDAY! Go get 'em Kay!
Posted by: Tracy Weinzapfel | Wednesday, March 06, 2013 at 08:59 AM
It was just not a few weeks ago I resented wasting that money on that marker but boy oh boy do I treasure it now LOL!
Posted by: Tracy Weinzapfel | Wednesday, March 06, 2013 at 08:59 AM
WHY ARE WE NOT NEIGHBORS.................................WINE RUN! You two would be my best friends ♥
Thank you Kay and clink! Many cheers to you my friend!
Posted by: Tracy Weinzapfel | Wednesday, March 06, 2013 at 09:00 AM
My brother and his family live in Raleigh Sandee! I am WAY OVERDUE and think maybe I should plan a trip that includes meeting you!
Posted by: Tracy Weinzapfel | Wednesday, March 06, 2013 at 09:00 AM
Hilarious Tracy!!! Loved your page with your button balloon! Wish you knew sign language because then Pam Lindaman and I could translate in the chat next time that happens! LOL! But I think you have real potential! Loved your signing skills! You were amazing!!! What great fun! It started with your drum roll and you did fantastic! What a hoot girl!!
~Vanessa W
Posted by: Vanessa Wachlin | Thursday, March 07, 2013 at 12:36 PM
THANK YOU Vanessa! I wish I knew sign language too. That would be so great! LOL For now I will have to play Art Charades with everyone :)
Posted by: Tracy Weinzapfel | Friday, March 08, 2013 at 09:11 AM