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Summer reading suggestions?

What's on your summer reading list?

Let me know your suggestions in the comments.

I'm about to embark on a studio prep session and then a long run of commission & personal work, which means I need some new audio book suggestions!

I read everything from non-fiction and bios to fantasy and sci-fi. I have an e-reader subscription service that provides audiobooks so I can still get "reading" done while I work. Although I must admit, when I'm really in the painting zone I need to re-listen to a chapter or three.

Here are my top three that I've recently finished:

The Girl Who Fell From The Sky by Heidi W. Durrow, which was incredibly poignant.

It's not surprising at all that it won the Bellwether prize for fiction.

This I Believe; The Personal Philosophies of Remarkable Men and Women edited by Jay Allison and Dan Gediman, an incredible compilation of frank and candid essays from Americans of "all walks of life". This is one instance where I soundly recommend listening to the audio version, as you will hear clips of the original recordings from the interviewees and editors. It gave me chills, and was utterly inspiring and completely heartbreaking at points. The entire program is only 53 minutes, and is worth a listen.

The book is based on the NPR series, and you can visit thisibelieve.org to hear many, many more essays.

The Universe Versus Alex Woods, Gavin Extence

I really can't write anything deserving enough of this book. It's one of my favorites, by far.

The inclusion of astrophysics, neurology, spiritualism, pacifism, and the ethics of one's right to a dignified death all in one?

A hundred times, yes.

I'll let you read this review by Susanna Rustin, if you like, but this quote sums it up nicely.

"Extence's hugely likable first novel is a fairytale for rationalists."

Okay, your turn!

What lit is inspiring you this summer?

Let me know. :)

The painting on the tote pictured above is "Clio", and is my modern take on the Muse of history.

The original watercolor is in a private collection, but you can get reproductions in my online shops and Society6 has $5 off + FREE shipping on totes (perfect for books!), pouches, phone cases, laptops sleeves, skins, & mugs today only.

Click HERE to visit my Society6.

May the muse be with you!

~D. Renée

Seeing Black and White

I'm usually really colorful when it comes to artwork and decor.

The art I collect is normally vibrant, my own palette is usually super saturated- it's sometimes just straight up, right out of the flipping tube.

My color theory professor would choke on her eyeballs rolling back into her head at some of the pieces I've painted.

But lately I've had a side thing with ink, and it's starting to seep into everything else.

I'm also way into white. Like, really into it.

I'm getting worried. What's happening to me?!

This is actually leading to a proliferation of pens on my work table.

They are slowly creeping out of their 2 designated existing supply drawers and crowding out the slots reserved for brushes and paint.

I truly thank my lucky stars I'm not into copic markers. That would be a nightmare.

I think it might be time to get a bit more organized and test out the new products from my shops.

Red Bubble offers studio pouches, like the one pictured below.

I am especially loving this pouch, and it's one of my favorite designs that was totally free form and that puts me in a nice headspace.

"You were in my Dream" Studio Pouch.

But, I also like this pattern that I created this week.

(and there will be free printable PDFs for Patrons, yo!)

I really like the clean white with the gold zipper on this design.

I got a notification from Society6 that I can offer this design as a Carry-All and also offer free shipping and 15% off on Carry Alls as an artist promo.

For whatever reason, not all of my designs are available on the new Carry-Alls, yet.

This one, Celtic Kisses Medley, is.

It looks a tad more grey, but I think that may be because of the cotton/poly blend.

The lining is definitely a plus, especially in the larger sizes. The 3 pack is only $40, and the large could certainly hold my iPad. I really wish I could mix and match...