i started this giraffe a few months back - in March i believe. i started two giraffe canvases that day - one dark grey and the other off-white. the dark grey has given me a lot of difficulty. i completed the off-white canvas in april. but i have not been able to get this one to talk to me. the pictures below show a few of the transformations that this canvas has traversed as i attempt to bring it to life. and there were others along the way that i didn't capture because

i was invited to donate my elephant art to the Global Conservation Force. they are dedicated to the protection of elephants, rhinoceroses and giraffes in their habitats through direct action, education and awareness. on a personal level, i am extremely flattered that a representative from GCF contacted me in their search for unique items that will aide in their fund raising efforts. but it is heartbreaking that the GCF exists at all. their website explains that there is c

did you catch this? i was invited to donate my elephant art to the Global Conservation Force. they are dedicated to the protection of elephants, rhinoceroses and giraffes in their habitats through direct action, education and awareness. on a personal level, i am extremely flattered that a representative from GCF contacted me in their search for unique items that will aide in their fund raising efforts. but it is heartbreaking that the GCF exists at all. their website expl

i was invited to donate my elephant art to the Global Conservation Force. they are dedicated to the protection of elephants, rhinoceroses and giraffes in their habitats through direct action, education and awareness. on a personal level, i am extremely flattered that a representative from GCF contacted me in their search for unique items that will aide in their fund raising efforts. but it is heartbreaking that the GCF exists at all. their website explains that there is c

have you ever marveled at the height of a giraffe? they are the tallest mammal in the world. they spend most of their lives standing; they even sleep standing up. and they only spend between 10 minutes and two hours of sleep per day!! what would you do with that kind of time?? i require a lot more sleep...lol i appreciate the beauty and wonder of wildlife in my current series entitled "majestic". this guy is in my studio right now waiting for a little more attention. I

giraffes require 75 pounds of food a day which means they spend most of their time eating. they get most of their water from the plants they eat. giraffes can go longer without drinking water than a camel can. and they are laid back, social, and peaceful. i appreciate the beauty and wonder of wildlife in my current series entitled "majestic". this guy is hanging out with his friend in my studio. i'm going to pop in on them now! #giraffe #wildlife #nature #mixedmediacollag

have you ever marveled at the height of a giraffe? they are the tallest mammal in the world. they spend most of their lives standing; they even sleep standing up. and they only spend between 10 minutes and two hours of sleep per day!! what would you do with that kind of time?? i require a lot more sleep...lol i appreciate the beauty and wonder of wildlife in my current series entitled "majestic". this guy is in my studio right now waiting for a little more attention. I

exciting news!!! i'm published in the winter 2017 issue of Somerset Studio Gallery!!! stop by your local michaels arts and crafts or order a copy online directly through Somerset. the magazine is full of unique and inspirational mixed media creativity. it is a great read with a blanket on your lap and a piping hot cup of coffee of tea. the article highlights my journey by number series. their pictures jump off the page! even though i know that i wrote the article, it's a

the holidays are upon us. we often arrive at this time of the year and remark at how quickly the seasons pass. and we take this time to give back through donations or volunteering time. i donate to american cancer society and to my local mspca where i can help my furry friends. i also enjoy donating clothing and items that are good quality to big brother big sisters. i appreciate that i wake up each day. i recognize how fortunate i am to have friends and family who love and

do you take a moment to stop and look up at the night sky? the first constellation i learned about as a child was the big dipper...and then the little dipper. this is always the first thing i look for when i'm staring up at the stars. what do you see? enjoy the journey!! xoxoxoxo original mixed media collages are available through my etsy shop and prints are available through my society6 shop. #nighttime #daneneelisegrillo #daneneelise #mixedmediacollage #society6 #stars #e

sometimes you just have to listen to your heart. let your quirky, inner voice do all the talking. it can turn out messy. it can take you in an unplanned direction, but perhaps this is the plan after all? you just might find that you discover yourself along the way...enjoy the ride friends! xoxoxo original mixed media collages are available through my etsy shop and prints are available through my society6 shop. #mixedmediacollage #holidaygift #society6 #etsy #quirkyart #col

i hope you're having a wonderful, healthy, fun-filled summer. this summer canvas named 'happy' is a shout out to my dog loving friends who love to spend time at the beach with their friends - furry or otherwise. enjoy!! xoxoxoxo the original canvas is available through my etsy site and prints are available through society6. #mixedmediacollage #dogart #labradorart #animalart #holidaygift #daneneelise #daneneelisegrillo #canvas #etsy #society6 #artprints #metalprints

FOCUS Real Estate in jamaica plain is hosting a local artist showcase (me!!!). my original mixed media collage art is displayed in their office for the month of july!! this is my first gallery experience and i'm super excited. i'll be at their office on thursday, july 7th for an open house and i'd love to see you there! #published #somersetstudiogallery #focusrealestate #gallery #artist #showcase #showercurtain #mixedmediacollage #article

little update on my published article - the magazine is available at Michaels. feel free to pop in and peruse...and then point to 'trusting my instincts' and tell them that you know me with a huge smile on your face. if those copies are sold-out, you can also order online at somerset studio gallery. let me know how you make out!! #somersetstudiogallery #published #stonepaving #mixedmediacollage #lighthouse #daneneelise #daneneelisegrillo #magazine

i thought i'd share a little sneak peak from my article in the summer issue of Somerset Studio Gallery magazine.... june first will be here before you know it!! #artist #daneneelisegrillo #somersetstudiogallery #published #article #magazine #mixedmediacollage

raise your glass my friends and join me in a toast - it's time to celebrate!! my mixed media collage art is PUBLISHED in the summer issue of Somerset Studio Gallery!!!!!! (see below for over-sized picture of me holding letter of Congratulations! which arrived tonight with my preview issue)... i was contacted by the magazine editor in early January. she asked if i would consider sending some originals for consideration. she said something exactly like this in her email, "I

i uploaded some images of my collage art to Society6 because i'm intrigued by what they offer. not only do they print a selection of photo paper prints or canvas prints or framed prints, but they also print on merchandise. at first i chuckled at the idea...my art on a shower curtain? or a bedspread? or a pillow? i just don't know... but then i got to thinking, why not! Society6 is used by hundreds of thousands of artists from around the globe. it was incredibly easy to set