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ArtsyKira

ArtsyKira
 Original Member
Last Online: November 10, 2020
Birthday: January 15, 1973
Country: United States
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About Me

I am an artist and future social worker (just earned my MSW) living in New England.

I have a small art studio in my home that is packed with bits of nature I find on my beach combing and hiking trips. I have begun incorporating many of these pieces into my watercolor paintings.

I adore vintage items - tiny dishes to hold seashells, old paint palettes, various bits and bobs.I am trying to build up my collection of books on female artists. I journal every day and am always on the lookout for the perfect pen that writes smoothly.

I am always thrilled to receive bits of nature, especially shells - whole or broken - that have interesting colors/textures/patterns. The smaller the better for me. Tiny sea glass, beautiful small stones, anything like that.

Favorite Music

Banks, Jonatha Brooke, Ray LaMontagne, Al Green, Ella Fitzgerald, Bach.

Favorite Books

I Know I'm in There Somewhere - a must read for women everywhere at any age. This book changed my life

Currently reading Birds Art Life by Kyo MacLear and am really enjoying it.

Favorite Television

Lovecraft, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, Baskets, The Office

Favorite Crafts

Drawing and painting.

Ratings

karints rated for Beach Combing Treasures on Nov 2, 2020
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Comment: ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! Thank you so Much Kira for all the precious findings! I just love the giant shell with the tiny holes (: Your creation is so beautiful- I already put it on a shelf in my living room (: Thank you also for all the tiny details- I really appreciate you adding the blue jay feather and the pretty cats note card 💕
Response: You are very welcome! So glad you liked everything! :)
artediem rated for Zentangle - A ATC (international) on Sep 7, 2013
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Comment: So awesome! I loved it- fun idea. I am thinking we Maude have swapped through N'ness- your name is familiar. Thanks so much for your work!
Response: Thank you! :) We certainly could have swapped on N'ness. I was very active on that site - pre-kids! :)
rainbird00 rated for International Stuffed Envies on Apr 2, 2012
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Comment: Oh My God!! I fell in love with each piece, all were beautiful and toughtfully choosen, thank you soo much, you made me very very happy, one heart is not enough for you!! Thank you so much!:)
Response: Yay! I'm so glad you liked it. I had fun putting it together for you.
qbee rated for Cute Woodland ATC on Feb 26, 2012
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Comment: wow that atc is great . thank you .Debbie
RyeRye rated for Private Swap - RyeRye & ArtsyKira on Feb 15, 2012
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Comment: Thank you~
fluffyporscha rated for Cute Handmade Friends on Feb 14, 2012
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Comment: Thank you so much for the cute little guys i love them and the little mouse is super cute hugs
diana62167 rated for Zentangled Animal ATC *Edited* on Jan 28, 2012
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Comment: Oh my gosh I love it!!!!!! If I could send you a dozen hearts I would. Your work is amazing =] I even loved the envelope. What pens do you use the tips are so fine? I can't thank you enough. Diana
Response: Thank you for the kind words - and the heart! I use Pigma Micron 02 and 005 pens made by Sakura. I get them at Michael's for a couple bucks each. I highly recommend them - archival quality and waterproof. Thanks again!
morwesong rated for Int'l Snail Mail Surprises on Mar 28, 2010
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Comment: Thank you so much for the adorable address labels! Just a few days ago I was thinking about how I needed addy labels and - voila! These are perfect! Thanks again :-)
sacredgypsy rated for Int'l Snail Mail Surprises on Mar 27, 2010
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Comment: Thank you, and I love the elephant pin!
jkdawn rated for Fill Up my Mailbox :) The Remix! on Mar 27, 2010
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falseawakening rated for Fill Up my Mailbox :) The Remix! on Mar 18, 2010
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Comment: This is a fantastic selection of old book pages. The Dear Abby ones were especially cool to read/look at. Thank you thank you!
Response: Weren't those something? I hoped you'd get a kick out of them. :)
user349 rated for Fill Up my Mailbox :) The Remix! on Mar 17, 2010
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Comment: Thanks so much!
Orielle rated for Fill Up my Mailbox :) The Remix! on Mar 16, 2010
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Pinkprincess55 rated for Fill Up my Mailbox :) The Remix! on Mar 14, 2010
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Comment: I loved the notecards. Did you draw that bulldog on the envelope ?
Response: So glad you liked your notecards. Yes, I drew that bulldog for you. :)
patpgh rated for Fill Up my Mailbox :) The Remix! on Mar 13, 2010
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Comment: Thank you so much for the nice swap. I loved the "Victorian" stickers!!
KathyG rated for ★ July Teapot ★ on Jul 30, 2009
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Comment: Oh goodness! What an awesome assortment of tea. You sent so many that I am really having a hard time deciding which one to try since they all look sooo good. Thank you very much.
vanessalouise rated for A little swap for our kids on May 8, 2009
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Comment: Liam just loved what you sent. he couldn't believe the amount of sweets that you sent and was really really please. thank you from both of us =)
Response: Thanks for the rating and letting me know Liam liked his package. I had fun going to our little candy store and picking out interesting things. I hope some of them were new to him.
ambritsmom40 rated for Gimmee 5 on May 5, 2009
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Comment: Thank you so much. I love the ATC you made with the crab. I can't wait until your book is done, it sounds very cute and I would like to buy it. I would really like to have you as a penpal, it sounds like we have alot in common. I will sit down and write you a letter today or tomorrow.
Response: Thanks for the rating! I'm so glad you liked my ATC and I look forward to receiving your letter :)
bonbon rated for Quick Turnaround 4/25 Senders' Choice ATC on Apr 30, 2009
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Comment: Neat ATC! I`m impressed by your art work and writting ability! Good luck with your book! :) thanks for the extras
burrum rated for ATC Your Choice Swap on Apr 29, 2009
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Comment: You are a star with your illustration on the card, and lots of success with our children;s book. Trisha

Rating Overview

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5.0000 43 6 6
Completed Fives Threes Ones
32 54 0 0
Type 1 Type 2 Type 3 Uncategorized
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Comments

LoveToCraftInAZ on Oct 4, 2013:

THANK YOU so much! The painting is amazing! You are very talented! It was so nicely done. And you did a moose!! My 15 yr old daughter absolutely LOVES them. When I saw it, I knew it was something she would adore. So thank you for the lovely original piece of art! She will treasure it! We have a Kira Original! Thanks again! What a wonderful RAK!
Created46 on Sep 10, 2013:

I had so much fun getting them together and I am glad they enjoyed the envies. I thought I would leave the squirtters up to you, but I am glad they got my little piece of summer. Thank you for tagging me!
anrtist on Sep 4, 2013:
rainbird00 on Apr 12, 2012:

Dear Kira, I'm very happy that you liked it, thank you so much for your kind comment, best wishes:)
shelbysbarn on Jan 27, 2012:

I received the beautiful beautiful handmade paper beads today, thank you sooo much! From the: Swap Tag US - Rated Swappers Only! Hearts to you!
RyeRye on Jan 23, 2012:

Keep diggin thru that STUFF! :D
Orielle on Mar 17, 2010:

Oriana absolutely loved the horse. She couldn't believe she got something too as this is the first time anyone had sent something for her along with my swap. THank you so much for being so thoughtful!
n03mi63 on May 6, 2009:

Hello Kira, I'm happy to hear that you liked the package I sent you. Thank you for the heart. Have a great day!
VelveteenRabbit on Apr 25, 2007:

Thanks for the purple rickrack! :)
girlonaglide on Apr 20, 2007:

♥ Kira, the TAG notebook and extra goodies arrived today! I can't believe that little journal was only a buck! I love it! Green paper... my favorite color! :) Thanks so much! --Juli
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