Silhouette portraits are symbolic of family, celebration and an era of elegance, and simpler times

At first you may find this not much different than most blogs. But if you read on, you will join me on my journey which includes my family, places I visit, and people I meet. I am very grateful to share my art and consider it an honor to give something to people who have never seen how a silhouette is created or even had their silhouette done before. I love hearing the stories of those who may have posed for a silhouette years ago, at their elementary school, fair, or an amusement park. Some have shared, they still have their silhouette framed and hanging on their wall at home or their mom's wall. Others say it's in a scrapbook or put away in a box. What amazes me, is these stories always come from a good place and people cherish them and hold on to them for many years.
Silhouette art is unique and fun.

Friday, August 18, 2017

State Capitol Boise, Idaho. Not staying for the eclipse😣 #travel #summer2017 #visit #statecapitol #boise #idaho #nofilter


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First time in Boise, Idaho. My  adventures over the last 16 months have taken me to more than a few state capitols. My bucket list might include visiting the other 45 (it might be one or two less) state Capitol buildings.

Boise, seems to have a relaxed vibe. No traffic, no smog, no crazy drivers, no homeless on the streets (they could be there), wide open spaces and clean. I didn't venture out much and my stay was too short. Wish I could've stayed a few more days to experience the full eclipse of the sun on 8.21.18. Oh well... another time maybe.

Friday, August 11, 2017

Paint night @ Roxies Fun night painting #birchtrees #trees #tequilasunrise #sunset


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Birch Tree
My painting is on the left! Once in a while we have a girls night and together to let our creativity flow... a canvas, a little paint, wine and appetizers.

Wednesday, August 9, 2017

Lighthouse @ Rainbow Park Long Beach, CA cooling off with a evening stroll in the park #latergram #longbeach #lighthouse #rainbowpark #evening #walk #summer2017 #shoreline


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Lighthouse Rainbow Park, Long Beach
Summer night trying to cool off a bit called for an evening walk near the ocean. It was a nice walk, a rap concert across the way at the Queen Mary provided cool background tunes.

Sunday, August 6, 2017

#Latergram It was a Sunday kinda morning at Crate and Barrel today. #sylhouettesbysylvia #crateandbarrel #privateregistryevent #weddings #specialevents #silhouetteartist #handcut #papercutportraits #paperandscissors #2minutes #bride #groom #couples #keepsakes #fun #unique #lasting


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Private Wedding Registry @ Crate an Barrel South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa.
Sunday mornings at C&B's privatewedding registry is always great way to start the day and meet Brides & Grooms to Be.
#crateandbarrel #privateregistry #sylhouettesbysylvia #silhouetteartist #handcut #silhouette #silhouetteartist #liveart
#wedding #reception  #entertainment #unique #fun

Tuesday, July 18, 2017

Took this little one camping for the first time Zion National Park, Utah She's on squirrel watch. @champagne_____puppi #zionnationalpark #frankiebaby #corgymix #squirrelwatch #toohot #camping #nps #deerchaser


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Squirrel Watch
This little Corgi-mix was rescued off the streets a couple of years ago in Stockton when I was there for a wedding event. She has become part of the family and joined us this year for the first time when we took our summer camping trip to Zion National Park in Utah.
She's on squirrel watch. Curious, full of energy, playful and loyal. Can't help but love her. Frankie Baby🐶
#champagnepuppy #corgi #camping #Zion #national park
#Rangerdog #squirrelwatch #family dog #pet