Paint Party Friday: Week 42 Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 42 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe, happy and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. And that things have improved and opened up in your part of the world.

This week the random number generator chose #10: denthe. Last week denthe shared a beautiful overview of art she had created throughout 2021. This is her inspiring December piece that is the perfect way to start the new year. Please be sure to stop by her blog to see the other pieces she shared.

image courtesy of denthe

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We hope your new year is filled with health, happiness, and lots of painting!

Paint Party Friday: Week 41, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 41 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe, happy and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. And that things have improved and opened up in your part of the world.

This week random.org chose #13 - Aquariann. Having created Snow Angel and Holly art for a festival, Aquariann has had this piece turned into a blanket!

image courtesy of Aquariann

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We want to wish everyone who celebrates a very MERRY CHRISTMAS this weekend!! Hope all your Christmas wishes come true!

Paint Party Friday: Week 40, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 40 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe, happy and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. And that things have improved and opened up in your part of the world.

This week random.org chose #8: Tarang. Last week Tarang shared multiple intuitive acrylic paintings including this beautiful pastel inspired one. Please be sure to stop by to see the rest.

image courtesy of Tarang

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Happy Painting!

Paint Party Friday: Week 39, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 39 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe, happy and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. And that things have improved and opened up in your part of the world.

This week random.org chose #6 - Monica of @NatureFootstep. For a couple of prompts, Monica created Moon inspired art and painted gingerbread - literally! Here is one of her Moon pieces. Please drop by to see more...

image courtesy of Monica @NatureFootstep

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Paint Party Friday: Week 38, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 38 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe, happy and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. And that things have improved and opened up in your part of the world.

This week our random number generator chose #10: Jean Marmo. Last week Jean shared this beautiful acrylic painting that she created while following a YouTube tutorial.

image courtesy of Jean Marmo

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Paint Party Friday: Week 37, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 37 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe, happy and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. And that things have improved and opened up in your part of the world.

This week our random number generator chose #3 - Dixie of Arranged Words. Dixie was pondering the colour Yellow recently and has these lovely yellow-focused paintings to show us...

image courtesy of Dixie of Arranged Words

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Have a wonderfully creative week!

Paint Party Friday: Week 36, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 36 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe, happy and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. And that things have improved and opened up in your part of the world. 

This week Random.org chose #3: Wendy K. Last week Wendy shared this adorable (and beautifully painted!) Dartford Warbler. She is also participating in Art Everyday Month, so please be sure to stop by her blog to see what else she's created.

image courtesy of Wendy K

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Happy Painting!

Paint Party Friday: Week 35, Year 11 Check-In

 Welcome to Week 35 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe, happy and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. And that things have improved and opened up in your part of the world. 

This week Random.org chose #2 - Soma @InkTorrents. Lots of pages of Soma's hand-made art journals were shown this week and the beautiful art journals she creates. Please drop by to see more of her work!

image courtesy of Soma @InkTorrents

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Have a great, creative week!

Paint Party Friday: Week 34, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 34 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe, happy and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. And that things have improved and opened up in your part of the world. 

This week our random number generator chose #1: Christine. Last week Christine shared a petite painting that's perfect for the season! Please be sure to stop by her blog for a better look.

image courtesy of Christine

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Happy Painting, PPF-ers!

Paint Party Friday: Week 33, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 33 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe, happy and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. And that things have improved and opened up in your part of the world. 

This week our random number generator chose #4 - Tracey. Combining a few prompts, Tracey created this gorgeous Hunter's Moon in her art journal. Check her post for more close-ups!

image courtesy of Tracey

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A few spiders or bats added and Tracey would also have a wonderful Hallowe'en Moon! Have a creative and spooky weekend!

Paint Party Friday: Week 32, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 32 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe, happy and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. And that things have improved and opened up in your part of the world. 

This week the random number generator chose #8: Linda K. Last week Linda had a variety of beautiful things to share including this lovely lady that she created during a free class. Please be sure to stop by her blog to see everything she has been up to!

image courtesy of Linda K

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Wishing you a week of painting wonder!

Paint Party Friday: Week 31. Year 11 Check-In.

Welcome to Week 31 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe, happy and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. And that things have improved and opened up in your part of the world. 

This week Random.org chose #12 - Not Afraid of Color. Leanne showed us pages from her sketchbooks, including these lovely colourful planters still in bloom!

image courtesy of Leanne @notafraidofcolor

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Have a colourfully inspired week!

Paint Party Friday: Week 30. Year 11 Check-In.

Welcome to Week 28 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe, happy and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. And that things have improved and opened up in your part of the world.

Our random number generator chose #4 - Tracey. This month Tracey is guest hosting another blog challenge and her created this lovely seasonal journal cover to reflect her theme of "My Favourite Colour is October". Please drop by and learn more!

image courtesy of Tracey

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Have a wonderful October-inspired week! And Happy Thanksgiving weekend to our Canadian PPFers!

Paint Party Friday: Week 29. Year 11 Check-In.

Welcome to Week 28 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe, happy and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. And that things have improved and opened up in your part of the world.

Random.org chose #11 this week - Jean Marmo Jean is inspired by Fall these days, creating two multi-media pieces to show us this week. Please drop by to see the other and the cards she created...

image courtesy of Jean Marmo

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Have a fun paint-filled week!

Paint Party Friday: Week 28. Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 28 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe, happy  and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. And that things have improved and opened up in your part of the world.

Our random number generator this week chose #2 - Soma - InkTorrents.com. Getting away from it all in her garden, Soma painted this lovely bookmark. She also had lots more of her photo project to show us. Please drop by and check it out!

image courtesy of Soma @ Ink Torrents

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Have a lovely and creative week!

Paint Party Friday: Week 27. Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 26 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. And that things have started to improve and open up in your part of the world.

This week, the random number generator chose #10: Linda K. One of the things that we have always loved about PPF is the community, friendships, and sharing in this community. In her post last week, Linda shared a wonderful example of that generosity. In addition to all of the lovely artwork she showed, Linda posted this fabulous watercolor swatch page that she made (using watercolors that she won from a giveaway by fellow PPF-er, Soma from InkTorrents!)... We just love to see all of the connections that have been made in this group!

image courtesy of Linda K

(Please be sure to check out why she created this sheet.)

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Happy Painting!

Paint Party Friday: Week 26, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 26 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. And that things have started to improve and open up in your part of the world. 

This week random.org chose #12 - Tracey (The comment links were added to the count at the end - sorry for the Mr. Linky issue - it was showing up on the preview... If it happens again, please email us as we don't see the comments as readily. Thanks!) Tracey over-painted a magazine photo to create this super confident portrait! Please check out the close up as well.

image courtesy of Tracey

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Have a wonderfully creative week!

Paint Party Friday: Week 25, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 25 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. And that things have started to improve and open up in your part of the world. 

This week our random number generator chose #15 - Linda C. Lin had a number of fun watercolours to show this week including this very creative and unusual juxtaposition of peacock, robot and poppy. Three things you don't usually find together! What is the meaning or are they random combinations? What is really what creativity and innovation is all about, isn't it - combining previously uncombined ideas together. Please drop by to see the rest...

Peacock, Robot and Poppy - image courtesy of Linda C.

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Have a wonderfully creative week! And Happy (long) Labour Day Weekend to those to whom it applies!

Paint Party Friday: Week 24, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 24, Year 11 of Paint Party Friday.

artwork by Tracey Fletcher King 

(from her PPF Featured Artist interview)

This week we are doing things a bit differently... Instead of letting the random number generator choose a spotlighted artist, we have decided to pay tribute to our fellow PPF-er and dear friend, Tracey Fletcher King. Many of you know that Tracey bravely battled cancer for many years, and we were heartbroken to hear of her passing this past week.

artwork by Tracey Fletcher King

(turning the ordinary into something extraordinary)

To know Tracey Fletcher King was definitely to love her... How could you not? She had a very special gift for turning the ordinary into something extraordinary. In addition to being an amazing artist (and PPF-er from the earliest days), Tracey's kindness, sense of humor, intelligence, and generosity made her a very bright light in our community. She freely and eagerly shared her talents, time, and even a "cuppa" with the many friends she so easily made from around the globe.

artwork by Tracey Fletcher King

(some of the art from her "Cuppa With Friends" project)

Our deepest sympathy goes out to her loving family (that many PPF-ers knew as "Sinus and Phantom"). We feel so blessed to call her our friend and will miss her dearly.

artwork by Tracey Fletcher King

(More links: Tracey's blog, Tracey's instagram, and the PPF Tea Party for Tracey) 

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Wishing you a week of love and paint...

Paint Party Friday: Week 23, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 23 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. And that things have started to improve and open up in your part of the world. 

This week our random number generator chose #1: Christine. Last week Christine shared this fun and colorful painting of "Rainbow Mountains". Please be sure to stop by her blog to find out where her inspiration came from!

image courtesy of Christine

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Have a colorful and creative week!

Paint Party Friday: Week 22, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 22 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. And that things have started to improve and open up in your part of the world. 

This week our random number generator chose #4 - Rain Frances.  Sandy. Rain Frances showed Sandy's art as part of her post....

image courtesy of Sandy

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Have an inspired and creative week!

Paint Party Friday: Week 21, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 21 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. And that things have started to improve and open up in your part of the world. 

This week our random number generator chose #5: Wendy K. Last week Wendy was able to freeze a moment in time through this beautiful painting of a quick flying wood warbler! Please be sure to stop by her blog and say hi!

image courtesy of Wendy K

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Here's hoping your week doesn't fly by too quickly!

Paint Party Friday: Week 20, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 20 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. And that things have started to improve and open up in your part of the world. 

This week our random number generator chose #10 - Jean Marmo. A fun motivational illustration was part of what Jean had to show us this week!

image courtesy of Jean Marmo

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Have a fun and creative week!

Paint Party Friday: Week 19, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 19 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. And that things have started to improve and open up in your part of the world. 

This week our random number generator chose #3: Tracey. Last week Tracey shared this tranquil mixed media piece. In her blog post she shared a little bit about the creation of her painting, so you'll definitely want to stop by and check it out.

image courtesy of Tracey

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Wishing you a week of inspirational tranquility...

Paint Party Friday: Week 18, Year 11 Check-In

 Welcome to Week 18 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. And that things have started to improve and open up in your part of the world. 

This week our random number generator hose #2 - Soma of Ink Torrents. Soma showed a number of small paintings she did in a book/journal she entitled Lost Pages... Please visit to see more!

image courtesy of Soma - Ink Torrents

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Hope your week involves some fun painting!

Paint Party Friday: Week 17, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 17 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. And that things have started to improve and open up in your part of the world. 

Random.org this week chose #7 - Nat. She is showing us this lovely haunting night scene...

image courtesy of Nat

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Have a fun and creative week!

Paint Party Friday: Week 16, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 16 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation.

This week the random number generator chose #9: Tarang. Last week Tarang shared this wonderful palette knife painting along with some thoughts on the process. Please be sure to stop by the blog to learn more.

image courtesy of Tarang

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Wishing you a week of playful painting experimentation!!

Paint Party Friday: Week 15, Year 11 Check In

Welcome to Week 15 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation.

This week the random number generator chose #13: Christine. Last week Christine shared a lovely little flower painting that she made her own (you'll have to check out her blog post to see what we mean!).

image courtesy of Christine

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Wishing you a week full of paintings that you make your own!

Paint Party Friday: Week 14, Year 11 Check In

Welcome to Week 14 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. 

Random.org this week chose #10 - Jean Marmo. Jean is preparing to sell her watercolour cards at an upcoming fair and this is an especially cute one. Please drop by and see more! Good luck Jean with your and your art group's sales! 

image courtesy of Jean Marmo

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Have a lovely creative week!

Paint Party Friday: Week 13, Year 11 Check In

Welcome to Week 13 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. 

This week our random number generator chose #1: Dixie @ Arranged Words. Last week Dixie created this beautiful pastel painting. In addition to her lovely work, she also shared lots of useful tips about painting with pastels. Please be sure to stop by her blog to learn more.

image courtesy of Dixie @ Arranged Words

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Happy Painting!!

Paint Party Friday: Week 12, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 12 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. 

This week our random number generator chose #10 -  Anesha. What a great photo to post of this fun shed mural she created! Such a view! Also please drop by and see the other cat she painted...

image courtesy of Anesha

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Have a fabulously creative week!

Paint Party Friday: Week 11, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 11 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation.

This week, the random number generator chose #12: Heidrun. Last week Heidrun inspired us all with a delightful garden themed post. Please be sure to stop by her blog to see this beautiful painting along with the other treasures she shared.

image courtesy of Heidrun

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Hope you find your own painting treasures this week!

Paint Party Friday: Week 10, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 10 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation.

This week our random number generator chose #19 - Margi. Inspired by gnarly and fascinating old olive trees, Margi created this lovely painting.

image courtesy of Margi

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Hope inspiration strikes you this week!

Paint Party Friday: Week 9, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 9 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation.

Random.org chose #11 - Linda Calverley this week. Lin had a great array of art to show including this cute guy! Please visit her to see the rest.

image courtesy of Linda Calverley

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Paint Party Friday: Week 8, Year 11 Check-In

 Welcome to Week 7 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation.

Our random number generator this week chose #9: Linda K. Last week Linda shared this wonderful mixed media piece with a quote that I'm sure many of us can relate to. In addition to this lovely painting her post was filled with fabulous content, so please be sure to stop by and check it out.

image courtesy of Linda K

As always, please make sure to use your post URL address NOT your blog home page URL address as there are many late visitors who get confused as to which post is for PPF when they arrive (after Friday) at your website. If you are unfamiliar with Mr. Linky, an explanation of how this tool works can be found on Year 1, Week 1.

Have a lovely paint-filled week!

Paint Party Friday: Week 7, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 7 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation.

Our random number generator this week chose #16 - Leeanna/Not Afraid of Colour. Lots of artwork in her most recent post including this charming owl... Please drop by and check out the rest!

image courtesy of Leeanna/NotAfraidOfColour

As always, please make sure to use your post URL address NOT your blog home page URL address as there are many late visitors who get confused as to which post is for PPF when they arrive (after Friday) at your website. If you are unfamiliar with Mr. Linky, an explanation of how this tool works can be found on Year 1, Week 1.

Have a lovely paint-filled week!

Paint Party Friday: Week 6, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 6 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation.

Random.org this week chose #15 - Frauke Christiansen. On visits to the beach, Frauke has been gathering stones and this week she has been painting and transforming some! Please drop by and see more shots and explanations of her process...

image courtesy of Frauke Christiansen

As always, please make sure to use your post URL address NOT your blog home page URL address as there are many late visitors who get confused as to which post is for PPF when they arrive (after Friday) at your website. If you are unfamiliar with Mr. Linky, an explanation of how this tool works can be found on Year 1, Week 1.

Have a fun and creative week!

Paint Party Friday: Week 5, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 5 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation.

This week, the random number generator chose #8: Hazel (Didos). Last week Hazel shared an amazing portrait of her cat Harry. Please be sure to stop by her blog to see an adorable photo of her model.

image courtesy of Hazel (Didos)

As always, please make sure to use your post URL address NOT your blog home page URL address as there are many late visitors who get confused as to which post is for PPF when they arrive (after Friday) at your website. If you are unfamiliar with Mr. Linky, an explanation of how this tool works can be found on Year 1, Week 1.

Have a lovely creative week!

Paint Party Friday: Week 4, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 4 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. 

This week random.org chose #8 - Anesha. She just completed this wonderful portrait of an adorable little guy...

image courtesy of Anesha

As always, please make sure to use your post URL address NOT your blog home page URL address as there are many late visitors who get confused as to which post is for PPF when they arrive (after Friday) at your website. If you are unfamiliar with Mr. Linky, an explanation of how this tool works can be found on Year 1, Week 1.

Have a lovely creative week!

Paint Party Friday: Week 3, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 3 of Year 11 here at Paint Party Friday. We continue to hope you are all safe and healthy in this time of social distancing, and that art is helping to alleviate the stress of this unprecedented situation. Happy Easter to all who celebrate!

This week our random number generator chose #7 - Wendy K. Birds are showing up in on garden and on PPF a lot lately and Wendy has created this adorable goldfinch to show us.

image courtesy of Wendy K.

As always, please make sure to use your post URL address NOT your blog home page URL address as there are many late visitors who get confused as to which post is for PPF when they arrive (after Friday) at your website. If you are unfamiliar with Mr. Linky, an explanation of how this tool works can be found on Year 1, Week 1.

Have a lovely paint-filled week!

Paint Party Friday: Week 2, Year 11 Check-In

Welcome to Week 2, Year 11 of Paint Party Friday!

Thank you to everyone who helped us celebrate our 10th birthday blogoversary last week! We appreciate all of your very kind comments and messages and look forward to partying with you all for another year!

This week, we would like to start by highlighting the very fun celebration art that was created last week...

Thank you, Tracey!

Thank you, Monica!

Thank you, Carol!

Thank you, Christine!

Thank you, Peggy!

And now, the moment you've all been waiting for...
As chosen by the random.org number generator...
The winner of the $25 Blick e-gift card is...

#19: Jean Marmo

Congratulations, Jean!
(Please email us at paintpartyfriday@gmail.com with the email address 
you'd like us to send your e-gift card to.)

Now, it's time for this week's party!

As always, please make sure to use your post URL address NOT your blog home page URL address as there are many late visitors who get confused as to which post is for PPF when they arrive (after Friday) at your website. If you are unfamiliar with Mr. Linky, an explanation of how this tool works can be found on Year 1, Week 1. Thank you for helping to make this such a fun place to paint and party!

HAPPY 10th BIRTHDAY PAINT PARTY FRIDAY!!!

WELCOME TO A VERY SPECIAL PAINT PARTY FRIDAY!

PPF is turning 10!!!

As we enter our 11th (and final) year, we would like to celebrate 

art, paint, and the importance of such a supportive community with a giveaway...

We are gifting one of our treasured PPF friends a $25 Blick e-gift card!

All you have to do to enter is share a painting using Mr. Linky below.
We will use the random.org number generator to choose the winner.
The winner will receive a $25 e-gift card.

Good luck! Now...
Let's party!!!

As always, please make sure to use your post URL address NOT your blog home page URL address as there are many late visitors who get confused as to which post is for PPF when they arrive (after Friday) at your website. If you are unfamiliar with Mr. Linky, an explanation of how this tool works can be found on Year 1, Week 1. Thank you for helping to make this such a fun place to paint and party!