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"Loquat Ladies"
from $20.00

Oh the places our minds wander as we sit in stillness and watch the waves come in and out, in and out, in and out….

I had so much fun getting to know the lady on the left in this drawing. She commissioned me to draw her three fellow nurse friends and herself in their favorite place on earth - the beach! I love that this view is so iconic and resonates with pretty much everyone.

Take me to the Beach!


Original Artwork is Chalk Pastel on Canson paper, framed and already living happily here in an Island Home.

Canvas Giclee are Artist’s quality, printed and hand stretched here on Anna Maria Island

SM - 8”x12” - $80

LG - 12”x18” - $110

Prints are matted to fit 11”x14” frame and come in white, not-so-white, or black/black - $20

Custom sizes are available in both matted print and canvas giclee, please contact for prices and to make your order.

Watercolor Travel Art Kit
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Watercolor Travel Art Kit
$40.00

The perfect gift for aspiring artist, (grand)kids, traveling and curious creatives, beginners and pros. This conveniently sized watercolor Art Kit is designed for beginners and seasoned artists alike. Complete with a 12-color watercolor pallet, water brushes, watercolor paper notebook and 4”x6” postcards, spray bottle, pencil, fine line ink pen, rag and links to tutorials. All of this fits perfectly in a simple zippered pouch with room to add a couple of your favorite materials (if you want).

Adult Hooded UPF Sun Shirt
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Adult Hooded UPF Sun Shirt
$50.00

Adult/Mens sized Hooded Sun Shirt - UPF 50 Sun Protection, Aqua and Ice Blue Colors. Multiple designs to choose from. There are not photos of every design in this particular shirt! Scroll all items to see other designs, availability will vary.

Meet Me At the Markets!

Meet Me At the Markets!

Meet Me At the Markets! Meet Me At the Markets!


Anna Maria Farmer'‘s Market is where Rather Be Creative can be found every Tuesday from October thru May. Come shop, browse, and don’t forget to say hello!

The Plein Aire Collection Available November 20th

Making pretty things for you to cherish is a sweet perk of living a Creative Life. 

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