Sometimes in the cold and slush,
the starkness and the blustery winds of Winter…
I dream of the warmth and beauty,
the colors and the gentle breezes of Spring.
After a few long, cold, busy wintry days, it was nice to relax and loosen up and dream of blue and purple irises that will bloom in Spring…
and splash paint on paper
bringing them to life
with glimmers of hope
and the promise of renewal.
Cheers & Hugs,
Jodi
the creative life in between 
This is so beautifully done. The watercolours create a harmonious symphony between themselves and fuse so effortlessly together. :’)
The words are a perfect accompaniment for them.
Here’s hoping you’ll check out my blog too at https://thewhimsicalandwanderingsoul.wordpress.com/
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Thank you so very much!
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Pleasure.
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So beautiful Jodi !
And this is why you are my “morning cuppa” , you always start my day right 🙂
Thank you for bringing such beauty into my days
Turtle Hugs
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and you are my morning smile when I read your sweet comment. Thanks Izzy 🙂
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❤
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What a beautiful iris, oh spring, please come soon!
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Thanks Cathe! They are so fun to do.
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We are all dreaming of spring today (from different perspectives). Irises are among my favorite flowers…thanks for the whiff of spring! (K)
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Love, love, your work…you inspire me to try painting 💜
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Oh I hope you do – it is so enjoyable!
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Jodi, there is such Harmony yet longing in this. Absolutely stunning in color, composure, and “emotion”. You outdid yourself on this one, my friend. OH how I relate!!!! ❤
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Oh Amy – I’m so glad you felt something from this – you made my day!
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No, Jodi, YOU made mine! ❤
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There is such warmth and freedom in this painting, Jodi! Really love it. Knew it was an Iris instantly and the colors are perfect. Love these because the suggestion is just perfect and the viewer is invited in to fill in the gaps. Really wonderful. 💛💛💛
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oh thank you so much Laura – I like this one a little bit too 🙂 it was so fun to do at the end of the day and just felt right. 🙂 (no post from you today?)
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I’m so glad you like it too! I thought about taking a day off….but I decided better late than never. So, it’s posting at 9:30am. Thanks for asking. Have a great Thursday, Jodi!
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Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful!! I love your iris! It does make me long for spring and all the beautiful flowers that bloom! Soon, Jodi, soon! Yay!! 🙂 🙂
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can almost smell it! at least the sun is shining today. the snow and ice is glistening and the warmth is streaming in. 🙂
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I love seeing the sun shining on freshly fallen snow. So beautiful!!
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Gorgeous splashing my friend!! This is really lovely!! ❤️😃🎨
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Thanks buddy! it was fun 🙂
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I love watercolors and Irises! I have one that I brought from the lake 3 years ago! It was a hot day and it was a mess. But, each year it grows taller and I think will it reach the sky hahaha. My mom said her dad, Adolph loved Irises and she is sure he is watching and smiling! This is what your lovely painting reminded me of this morning! xxxx
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Awh! So glad it evoked such beautiful emotions and memories!
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It is lovely!
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Great card Jodi, I’m dreaming of spring since the winter started 🙂
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Loose, lovely, and pretty colorations, Jodi. Well done! Spring will come before you know it if you keep painting flowers xo
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Thanks Cynthia!
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Beautiful!
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Spontaneous and colorful. I love your style! Have a happy day Jodi.
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Awh! Thanks Sharon! I so appreciate!
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Ow wow, such a beautiful watercolor Iris! Your words are beautiful too.
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Thanks so very much!
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Very lovely Jodi – come on Spring – I am ready! Hoping your day is happy and sunny! 🙂
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This is soooo lovely, Jodi! 💜💜💜 Love your looseness in your paintings like this and how you allow the magic of watercolor happen with the colors blend together. Not everyone can do this, including myself! So happy you like it too. 😄
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I think I just get lucky sometimes and like it. This is my favorite way to do it, and you know – it is easier to just paint exact – but it doesn’t give me nearly the satisfaction. The beauty and draw of watercolor to me. You don’t always know what is going to happen. It’s kind of like a letting go of control issue. lol!
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That is so true! You never know what you will get with watercolors! 😄 P.S. I got your etsy package today! YAY! 🌟🌈🎉
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Glad you got. Thanks again sweet friend! Hope you are happy with your things.
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gorgeous Splashes of color Jodi! fantastic free, loose brushwork dancing across that paper shouts out Joy! Spring is Coming!!
and purple is definitely in this week! …as they say here, ‘good on ya’ mate! 🙂 cheers, Debi
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I’m ready for spring!!! Beautiful watercolor. 🙂
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Thanks KR!!
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Beautifully said and beautifully painted.
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Superb! Thank you for a touch of spring! 🙂
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I loved this, Jodi! Both the flowers and the words! BTW, I wanted to order some cards from your website. Is it set up to do that securely with a credit card? You know me and the internet…I’ve always got to check first!
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Thanks Ann! We sure are set up securely for credit cards. 👍😊
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Thanks so much for your order and support. On its way soon ann! 😊❤️
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How did you know I needed this today, Jodi? It’s beautiful. 🙂
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awwh! I’m so glad… 🙂
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