"Wouldn't it be cool if my TiniWeenieTiki had a Tiki Hut to sell them from?"
I saw the light in Norms eyes twinkle when I said it.. "I drew a sketch... in case you're curious"   (lol).  

I tell you - it's one of those times..  I am reminded we make a very good creative team- I enjoy creating on paper/canvas/wood - and he enjoys creating in a different dimension - you could say.  While I was busy in the back yard painting Tiki - he was in the garage.
Later in the day he said "Come see your Tiki Bar!"  When I walked into the garage and saw my sketch come to life in front of me - I felt emotional.   Grateful.  

I felt ... loved.

I know what he is capable of & I know how long his "ToDo"  list is. - lol  The fact that he stopped it all to make this awesome Tiki Bar- in record time was appreciated more than flowers, dinner and  bonbons!  You can't 'Buy' love.  You can pay a prostitute :) & they do deserve your money - but true love...  NFS.
You can't buy love - but you can express your love & appreciation  in countless ways.
This was one of those ways and I am grateful.

My TiniWeenieTiki will be at the show this  Saturday - look for the TIKI hut.
I'm not sure how the show will go, it's never easy to put yourself out there & to put a price on your work'  one that others might not agree with- usually thats because they have no concept of how long it takes to create something, the many steps & brushstrokes involved.
Perhaps no tiki will sell - maybe they will all sell!  I really don't care because I enjoy them & I KNOW they will make my friends & family smile.. that alone has been worth  creating them  and you'll soon see they progress into garden totems, animal tiki totems & more. Every new day  I'm excited to be imagining the  new Tiki I'll create the nest day. Be sure mohave a peek at the TIKI Bar- I've made it a TIKI Fortune telling bar- with 37 different responses- It's simple- what ever you read first - when you walk up to the TIKI bar- is what the TIKI want's you to focus on! hee hee

The trick is to keep trying.
Trying by being creative, expressing yourelf- let yourself shine- no matter what ANYONE else thinks. Remember when at a show - the only ones who ever say anything negative are those who are jealous, insecure, usually not creative themselves  or just nasty f*ckng people with nothing better in their lives so they knock others work.  LOOK, and listen WHERE it is coming from - wish them well  - tell them to fuck off and keep moving forward. ;)

Below  a couple of detailed shots of the 'Tiki Fortune telling bar' -  even the bamboo that holds up the roof is 'painted PVC pipe. ;)  Today- Back to painting Cannabis for me! Taking a tiki break- I read today Canopy/Canada is researching cannabis for dogs & creating a dog food with it in it! - YEAH!   I'm so grateful to read knowing soon our pets will have the same options- safer than pills in many cases I've no doubts!  The times they are a changing!

with TLC & THC
Georgia

'Tokem was my #2,  TiniWeenieTiki and he is all about cannabis & enjoyment!
Tokem was  inspired by my son Storm.. I thought I'd have a little fun and play with my TiniWeenieTiki and celebrate the coming of legalization in just 7o  days! Tokem is all about the green! It starts with 7 green feathers on top of his head & check out that smile!
Cannabis makes Tokem feel GOOD! Toke has a joint  which he joyfully puffs all day long.

Tokem is taller than the Shaman - it was quite the physical stretch (not mental) to paint this TWT, laughing all the while as these faces smile back at me. I can't wait!! Cannabis will be legal in 70 days! Are you ready Canada!? I AM!  

I'm proud of the fact I am a cannabis consumer - even  prouder my son is a cannabis grower- he inspired this tall, happy TiniWeenieTiki.   You can see Tokem  in a video on my IG page. Or you can see him this up coming weekend at thePainted Perch - he will be for sale with several of his tiki family!  Wait until you see the TiniWeenieTiki hut built to welcome visitors to the TWTiki booth!

Today it's all about adding details to 'Hook-em-Eh!'  - Games- there will be a demo for you to try before you buy. I wish you could see Tokem in person - his vibrant green pops and he almost seems to Glow at times - is it the paint or cannabis?  Who cares as long as you feel this good.
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Back to painting! Such a busy week - so much to celebrate with every new TWT created.. I mentioned to Norm "I'm at #18 and I can hardly contain my excitement to paint the next idea in my head"... - I just painted 'His Royal Highness' - today it's a king and queen.  
Hee Hee - Lucky Me!

Back to it- Do what you love- Have a CREATIVE day!  
with TLC & THC
Georgia

26 years Norm & I have been married, yesterday. 
We actually had dinner, I got roses & we cheered each other - with a look of  surprise more than anything. BUT we did cheer, that's  more than I can say for the past few years.  
Norm & I have reached a mutual agreement it appears. 
We have had a lot of time to talk.. discuss especially since Storm moved and it's a different dynamic around here.
 
We have reached an agreement it appears on several issues.  
There's no way you can live 26 years with someone and not get on each others nerves from time to time but with me being able to now get away more often, either to visit my son or with traveling (which I'm getting excited for again), visits to nature - this is my life how it is NOW.  Our backyard is like an oasis, bird habitat - I like all my neighbours, I love how the dogs all run out and say 'hello to each other'. I love hearing kids laughing, playing OUTSIDE. One little girl the other day cracked me up as  She was trying to get dads attention: Dada, dada, dada, dada dada - lol Storm use to do this also when little: Mom, Mom, Mom ,mom, mom, mommy mom, mom..   it made me laugh every time. 

I have surrendered to it - this medical thing- I'm embracing it.  I LOVE it! I has made me STRONG! Taught me to say FUCK OFF! & given me strength to stand  up for what I believe in and *stand ALONE if I must! So be it! 
 
If anyone would not "want 'to be SEEN" with me...  it speaks VOLUMES about them, doesn't it.  What a powerful gift that is.     Pbbbbbht - They should be so lucky.
   BUT - I'm going in a new direction, done 'chasing' anything, anyone...    
                                    it's all about creating from NOW on.

I painted a new moto for my desk:  Fuck it, Chuck It, Own it.
Fuck it: all that causes me stress, I don't need others 'crap'... OR stuff - I got all I NEED. 
Chuck it: Good bye STUFF, guilt, past- stay where you belong.
I don't need excess crap any and 'stuff to DUST' - I will surround myself with love & experience.   Lovely = People & things.
OWN it:  If I want it- I'll get it! Taking what I deserve hands wide open. ;)   LOVE 
Creating  work that inspires! Make other smile- I gotta say -I'm sorry I can NOT sell my TIKIs- They are making laugh OUT loud- no drugs needed!  I can't stop - I'm on #4 and will make a TIKI fence- a rainbow of TIKI!  If someone wants one, they will make me an offer I can't refuse or I will have them to enjoy myself with friends & family.
​BE.
OWN it.

I am thankful. 
Big changes are on the way.. 
We are both very  happy for Storm, he's doing well & enjoying himself- we visited again on the weekend it takes some getting use to mentally & physically',  he's happy & his apartment is very nice, he's having the adventure of his life.  At this point I'm NOW enjoying the 'creative quiet' - I'm diving in. He's on his own path, now.  
So we have made some decisions.  Who knows what tomorrow brings?
Exciting news to reveal soon...

Wait until you see my Tiki's.. 
Next.. A little Alice in Wonderland.
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With TLC & THC
​Georgia

I picked up  a jean shirt yesterday, took one look and thought - THIS needs paint.
What better way to educate that with some fun art- wearable art.  Not sure what to paint- I did what comes Naturally'... cannabis butterflies and even a fox!   & NOW I have a NEW shirt - I love! I can't wait to wear it out- the paint hardly dry before I had it on for these photos.  Why NOT!? Sometimes I forget I can do these things.. lol as I searched for a new shirt on line yesterday to wear to the Lift Expo. hee hee  
Some people will look and see Cannabis right away- others will simply see a fox in the garden!  If asked I will be happy to explain & educate on this plant.

I had so much fun painting this I started a cute pair of jean overalls too. I live in overalls for the summer, perfect for painting & gardening.  Over the years I've painted many clothing items- hats, shoes, shirts, t's... my favourite a white leather jacket with a 'Japanese warrior"  on the back - I still know who has it- I asked for it back because I know they'll never wear it.. nor do they communicate with me  but  the request was ignored. Some People don't want to communicate with you but they keep YOUR ART... speaks volumes.
I hope she reads this and mails it to me. It would be appreciated.

Thankfully I have the talent, desire to create another! I'm going to search for a used leather jacket I like at a secondhand store - there its a great one in Newmarket:
                                     https://www.platosclosetnewmarket.com
                 Especially if I'm only going to paint it- reuse, recycle, re- love.

So- I have decided- would you like a custom painted cannabis shirt?  I will paint  a couple! Different butterflies, creatures.. who knows and will sell them. It is a ONE of a kind wearable art! Be noticed & educate at the same time! If interested send me a e mail - well talk SIZE, butterfly colors, critter suggestions and $PRICE.
* Yesterday I had a "conversation' with someone re the price of my art- let me clarify for altho might be confused:
I do NOT work for FREE.
Yes, I often send people FREE art- that is my choice of whom and what.
I have worked very hard at my craft the last 10 years PLUS.
I charge MORE that minimum wage...  If I spend 5 hours on art - and some people don't even think it's worth minimum wage - my time - THAT is your problem, your confusion... keep moving. I KNOW what my art is worth, if you disagree - don't buy anything - BUT who are YOU to tell me what I should charge for MY work?  The IRONY - I was giving this person  a deal with my price.. after his remarks-  FUCK that, my price just increased by $100. & I hope ALL artists READING this now learn NOW.. I'm tired of  changing my prices- for those who do not know the worth of a piece of art- I know people  who won't spend $100 on art but will have NO problem DRINKING that much at a bar in a couple of hours.  

IF you like the art- pay the artist or don't... but how dare anyone tell you what they think YOUR worth is. IF they do - tell them to keep moving...

I'll also avoid any confusion regarding these shirts- A *NEW (purchase by me)  ONE OF A KIND shirt- your size.. painted on the front with cannabis & butterflies and a critter - will cost you $75.00.
$125 for FRONT and back  cannabis creation!  I'll take a couple  of orders while I feel like it- so you should hurry if you want  it to wear NOW! ;)  Each order will take 3-4 weeks for delivery.  georgiatoons@rogers.com  to order & if you have any questions.
I'm so excited I've got to go finish the overalls!!  Have a creative DAY

Made with TLC & THC By ME! 
Georgia
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Tomorrow is a HOLIDAY! We've got plans!
Taking a day 'off' for one.
​xox

Just playing with paint...   and dead bee's.  I'll put this out on the back deck.

I'm having trouble parting with the little deceased beauties. I found them outside, last week & they've been on my desk ever since. They are truly amazing.   Sadly, the bee's have been hit hard in Canada this year.  I am planting a wild BEE garden!
Forget the vegetables, I'll buy from the market and grow just a few but this summer I've decided to focus on BEEs.  Please educate your children NOW, you can pick up a neat BEE house at most garden stores or make your own! It would be a fun & education activity for kids and adults alike & while your at it- throw up a bird feeder

 The little 'WE Can DO it!"  was painted of a friend who is having a procedure soon, she's such a brave young woman and has already been through many surgeries..  we take so much for granted.  It's not until the end of the month but she is in my prayers, my heart & on my mind everyday, I know she will come through like the rockstar she is - I do wish she didn't have to have it though.  Of course she like Dachshunds.  I must admit- this is more fun and easier  for me than me going to a card store!  
NOW- I can send exactly what I want. 

Have a BEAUTIFUL day..  I'll BE painting some cannabis creatures' I just though of. 

With LOTs of  TLC & THC
Georgia
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This is my first mushroom art card - and possibly my only  mushroom card - I was asked for this to be made into print several times so here it is... only better because it's a CARD!
      NOW - You can send some snail mail and make someones day! Trust me - I know.
There are countless mushroom fans out there and many knowledgable ones at that- all those who remain breathing for one... thank Goodness!  Because 'one thing we all tend to agree on:   IF you are NOT positive.. do not eat it.  

These cards I purposely left blank- they can be used for ANY & every occasion:

                          -Having a dinner party? A mushroom meal? Here is the mush have invite!
               -Perfect for your foray hunting friends searching the forrest for munchies or
​                       arrange a foray yourself - use these to invite your guests!
                                          -Or thank them for letting you tag along.
                        -A birthday card for a Foray Director- perhaps (hee hee hee)
          -  I'm sending one as a 'thank you' card for some dried mushrooms I was given!
​Pop it in a frame from the dollar store (seen below)  and for ONLY $6. (cost of card & frame & tax) you have a great little piece of art for your kitchen or a lovely little gift for a friend.

​It's a cute quirky reminder for all mushroom/fungi fanatics  -as well as helpful to educate those not aware Mushrooms can easily KILL.  

          Want to see what to do after you get it? Frame it!! Hang it in your kitchen!
It can be framed & would look adorable in any kitchen.  Designed  standard size for any frame from the dollar store.  Each card size is 5 x 7 and comes with a white envelope.
*NOW - IF I have time & you are ordering a card for yourself - from me.. (let me know) I'll probably paint on the envelope too- cause I  can't resist!!  lol

​Do you sell mushroom ware at a fare, anywhere...? Would you care to buy bulk give these mushroom cards a try?  Send me a message for  pricing. 

I shared my cards on Instagram & Facebook- and will give 3 away on each- you simply have to comment  & I'll choose later. Thanks to all showing interest.

You can purchase my cards here  along with a few other items including some originals I sell from time to time. :  Georgia Toons Gifts​

New items will be added as they are created! Be sure to check the Georgia Toons Gifts
page to  be the first to know what's available NOW.

*Next- why cannabis pot business shops near schools is FEAR mongering- and I'll prove it - are you in Keswick? Wait till you see this little discovery... AFTER I address it with letter to our editor of the local paper. With PHOTO proof.  Education is the KEY.

With TLC & THC
Georgia 

 Is it December or April?  If you did not see a calendar it would be difficult to decipher.

I've been up since 4 painting cards the ice hitting my window since about 3.
Alexa made me laugh out loud this a.m.  before even out of bed..  with a little song of all things, I must admit - it was pretty creative and funny. Bravo people at Amazon.
Do you say: Good Morning Alexa?  I do and she has a little fact most days. 

 & just received  an e mail from a recent card recipient!  I'm happy she's happy... made me smile - she mentioned she was just getting out of bed - I almost e mailed back: NO don't!!  lol  HOLY - is it December 14 or April 14th?  Freezing Rain, all night, snow on the ground & it's fricken cold..   Her card is above I can share it now  ;) I love Great Danes & I just found of all things 'Dimitri's original dog tag (my great dane.. it was time to paint hers) hers  just passed,  Chef.. you can see the grey n his big beautiful face which i have no doubts was 'smooched with kisses' many times. . 

*Hello to hop along Cassidy..  (a faithful friend & blog reader) hee hee
- stay out of trouble-   Love you 

Poppy & I are all about 'card painting, watching some classic Jerry Lewis movies & napping today. I do NOT recommend anyone venture out to this if it cane avoided - it is literally a sheet of ice.  Stay home, stay warm, stay medicated & stay safe.

With TLC& THC
Georgia
xox

April 2nd and today I'm thinking ahead- June as a matter of fact.
In my search to own the perfect mushroom calendar (and not finding one) I have created one! 2019 will be a year for Magnificent Mushrooms!  
As you are aware - I love mushrooms  - eat, medicate and research!
& I happen to 'love' the current Foray Director of the MST .. hee hee hee  
It was when we started to attend Forays began my Amour Adventure'  (practicing for France) with fungi seeing the living bodies - all different, colorful, alien in appearance, frightening when understand a tiny nibble of one type can kill you  yet the thought of the enoki in my fridge frying has me drooling..  I flip through my sons magazines and books and   easily become fascinated - Have you seen Blood Tooth Fungi?  I can guarantee you if walking in the woods and you spied it out of the corner of your eye- you would walk over and bend down and think "Is that alive? Is that dead?  Is that Blood? Is it alien!?"  lol
If you had no clue that it was just  one of the countless captivating samples of mushroom strangeness' out there, that is.

Then I realized... I Love painting mushroom (almost as much as cannanbis) and just LOOKING at them, to paint you have to study - the more I study the more I want to see - taaaaadaaaaa  my calendar is being created.  :)  I have shown very few, but it is a definite hit!  Each illustration has taken me 2 days for not very large originals.  First, I  choose the month (face down) the mushroom found me...   : )   Set up each page and I really weighed IF I should use 'type font or paint the actually Month and numbers - Freehand was the final decision.. 

None of us is perfect - yet each one was created perfect in Gods  Endless Universe!
My numbers are  perfect -  as they are only enhanced by the nature of their surroundings.

:) Thank you, Fungi Friends.
I woke today and could not wait to sit here.. after bird duty *please WELCOME back some of our Feathered Friends!  I have chosen the name for the calendar-  presented when complete... still a few steps, printing, packaging  & off they go.  200.
One on my wall in my office, Storm has asked ordered one - 199, 198, 197...

If you are interested- I highly recommend you stay tooned, I'm working and several different projects and will share them here when ready.
I can't wait to finish JUNE! Storm took one look this a.m. and went:  
"Whhaaaaattt?! Your adding one of them? Wow...." 
:) I love the Foray Director.  hee hee hee

BYT- I cheated with decorating the cake (below) - much my amusement it made everyone laugh and He really looked  cute.  The message he was sending was  "I love you, This Much!"
Is there any other message needed?

Happy Easter Monday, just thinking about Jesus calms my  heart & mind.
He restores my soul.

With TLC & THC 
Georgia 

I looked up & realized I have forgotten to share  Kermit & Mrs. Piggy!!!
I say 'looked up' because it hangs above my desk & every time I look into Kermit's  face - his smile- I smile back or Mrs Piggy's look of complete contentment..  entertains me.
Ahhh.. when was the last time you felt like this?  
I can't remember... no wonder I paint.  lol

Embrace.
This painting was simply inspired by that glass rose you see covering Mrs.Piggy's nipple, it was sitting on my desk and I liked to pick it up and hold it - Jerry Kelly - who also made my Laughing Buddha made the rose. Amazing these 'glass masters'  and the art they accomplish.   The glass talent you see on Instagram is stunning - so many hard working & creative beings.    

She is a classy Pig, I don't think she wants the nipple displayed, besides it's nice to leave something to the imagination sometimes...
Jerry has also created the Muppets in Glass, I've been a Kermit fan for as long as I can remember I'm not sure if he has completed Mrs Piggy but I know he's made a few- like Animal!  ;D 

That green soothing voice we heard every morning as kids, always so loving, kind & positive
 (I wonder if we could choose 'Alexa to sound like Kermit- how would that be? Hee Hee) Thank you Jim Henson, it NOW hangs above my desk framed perfectly by Kat- who even made sure she chose a green suede matt -lol,  and roses in the frame itself.   It's the perfect 'boudoir for these two with a guild gold 'bed frame. Let your imagination fun free - this is about as wild as these two 'did get' in my imagination.  Thankfully.

Life is a bed of roses... watch out for the pricks/thorns.  
​If you find your 'Kermie' hold tight.... you don't find gold green like that every day.

With TLC & THC 
Georgia  & Jerry  ;) For the inspiring rose.  
& Jim Henson for the inspiriting love.. & Kat for the fantastic framing. 

I spied this empty container in the blue box..  Can you guess what it's from?
It was from a bottle of expensive, high end Whiskey which Storm enjoys from time to time.
YUK!  I can't even stand the smell of whiskey but this container  screamed - Paint me! 
It was a surface which resembled brown newsprint with a  gold deer logo on it... next thing I knew it was on my desk with a sketch on it.

This is how to give a bottle of expensive alcohol!  Hand painted with TLC by me...
It was a short break during my regular painting.  Recycle! Don't toss everything- get creative... this can be used to store many items - including a bottle.   
I painted it for Storm... we use to say this when he was little.
Tonight were off to friends again for dinner, last time it was home made pizza which I'm still drooling over every time I think about them...  I can't wait.

With TLC & THC
Georgia
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