for the love of art

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I've been thinking a lot lately about my personal influences that got me where I am today: that made me who I am today. I've made the decision to find time to start oil painting again and breathe in life a little, and take it back to the basics. The love of art and being right-brained, I believe, I was wired with at birth, but the encouragement and education are such important factors to who we are today. It's crucial that children who are interested in the arts have the avenues they need to explore their interest, and the encouragement to grow. Therefore, Silverbox has decided to run a kids-only contest. So sharpen those crayons and colored pencils and look for details really soon!

Below is a college assignment designed by my daughter, via the University of Delaware. I thought it was so worthy of a blog post. Nice work Emma! You continue to amaze me.

Today's post I dedicate to my grandfather that sat with me for hours upon end, drawing, encouraging and just plain sitting still while I took the entire afternoon to draw his portrait. To him, I will forever be grateful.

holiday giveaway

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A HUGE thank you for making our 2010 Holiday Season such a success! In honor of our wonderful season we're having a year-end giveaway to all that had their cards designed by Silverbox. A random Silverbox Facebook Fan will be selected on December 26th to win a DVD Video Collage of their 2010 photos.* To enter, simply use the front of your Silverbox holiday card as your Facebook profile picture on Christmas Day. (and be sure you are a Silverbox Facebook Fan). Check your email, as we sent out your holiday card design for Facebook to you on Wednesday, Dec 22nd.

*If Silverbox did not take your photos this year, you will receive a $100 Silverbox Gift Certificate to use in 2011 if you are selected as the winner.

Thanks for spreading Holiday cheer on Fa la la la Facebook!

Sincerely, the Silverbox Staff

a little touch of holiday decor

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I took a moment to get a little creative in the kitchen, (and I don't mean with food), by painting a wall with chalk paint and gracing this newly found canvas with some script from It's a Wonderful Life. Take a moment during this holiday season to enjoy the simple things. The little moments. Remember what's important because time goes by much too fast. If you need a little reminder, here you go...http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e2UxtyPpLlI&feature=fvw.

and the winner is...

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A huge thank you to all that participated in our Thankful contest. The stories came from afar and the comments where humbling. It's with great pleasure we announce Laura Gonsalves as the winner of our contest. Laura, if you wouldn't mind sending along your address to info@silverboxcreative.com, we'll send you a $100. gift certificate to our studio. We look forward to creating the perfect keepsake for you. Wishing everyone the Happiest Thanksgiving! Look for other giveaways and contests really soon!