Another day, another art class, same topic. New interpretations of Paul Cezanne's paintings of Mount Victoire ... Such colorful beauties!
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A day at the museum, anyone? ✨ The lovely MakeHER Mart at @womeninthearts is back and I am here with my RADOST scarves and watercolors. Stop by and support local women artists and crafters. 10am - 4pm. Update ... What an amazing day! Thank you all for stopping by and supporting us. I had so many wonderful conversations and my scarves and paintings found lovely new homes.
Come see me and many other local artists at Garrett Park town hall for the MCC Annual Gift Show. Today 4-7pm; Saturday 10am - 7pm. I am showcasing my abstract watercolors, original heart paintings, and new larger pieces inspired by Mary Oliver’s paintings (which all sold!).
A delightful time at an art workshop at a retirement community in Rockville, MD. We studied Paul Cezanne's passion for landscape painting in his beloved Provence with focus on Mount Victoire. And then ... we painted our own mountains. Such wonderful interpretations!
 A huge thank you to KTown Ladies Guild for bringing the Kensington business community together for a fun night! I had a lovely time showcasing my RADOST scarves and watercolor paintings at @oaktheshop (thanks for all of your support, Gayle!). Our guests enjoyed the wonderful art world at @chesapeakeframing and food from @bunsnricemd 🙏🏻 As small business owners, we all appreciate your support.
I am so grateful to teach a variety of art workshops at retirement communities in the Rockville/Bethesda area. I have met so many interesting people; it's been a humbling and energizing experience. Today's class took place at an assisted living with my students having all kinds of skills levels during our painting project. An individual couldn't talk anymore but enjoyed the process. Another individual couldn't walk and had limited arm mobility. And yet another student needed detailed guidance on colors and where and how to paint. Lesson learned? All people can make art no matter where they are in their life.  One thing leads to another and good things happen. I am so grateful for my dear friend @alexandransherman for introducing me to @simonsaysyoga where you can now enjoy a lovely selection of my RADOST scarves. And ... I will be showcasing my abstract watercolors at this cool yoga studio in February 2020 so mark your calendars. In the meantime, pull out your yoga mat, stretch your body, and enjoy a selection of arts and crafts made by local artisans ✨ Thank you for having me, @simonsaysyoga! 
Woohoo! @shopmadeindc #2 at Dupont is now open. Such a great shop that celebrates locally made arts and crafts. Stop by 1710 Connecticut Ave and check out great products by local makers. I am so grateful to have my @radostbymartinasestakova scarves included. They make for colorful gifts as each scarf has a name and comes with a short story of inspiration. Congratulations @shopmadeindc!
I am so moved by Mary Oliver's poetry. Here is a painting inspired by a line in her poem called "Green, Green is My Sister's House." The line reads, "And the tree is a sister to me." I imagine Oliver (and myself) looking up the trunks of trees, taking in their majestic crowns, and getting lost in the greenery while her heart swells in awe. I will be doing a whole series of these poetry-inspired paintings. Already looking forward to the experience! Follow along and get in touch if you are interested in purchasing my art. Original abstract watercolor painting on yupo paper. Series: “Inspired by Poetry” (8" x 12")  Lovely morning. Up at six, meditation in. I like a quiet ritual to start the day. You? ✨ I am working on a bunch of new pieces, exploring colors and shapes, and going larger in sizes. If you are signed up for my newsletter, you know I have a bunch of fun events coming up where I will showcase my abstract watercolors on yupo. Check full schedule on Facebook. Hope to see you soon!  Thanks to all who stopped by the Takoma Park Street Festival! What a lovely day of interesting conversations and meeting new customers. I got wonderful feedback to my RADOST scarves and my watercolors were so well received. Off to the next adventure ... Stay turned by following my Facebook page.  A fun outing today. I got to tour the wonderful gardens of the American Horticultural Society in Alexandria and ... their gift shop now carries a colorful selection of my RADOST by Martina Sestakova scarves. Pretty floral prints only add to the beauty of this place.
The ceiling that started it all … Yeah, you look up and then you find yourself inspired. I mean I did. Some time ago I looked up at the ceiling at the Smithsonian American Art Museum. I got inspired … to design a black-and-white textile pattern now known as Ceiling … and the scarf and blouse (in this print) are now available at the museum’s gift shop! It’s the little things that sometimes change our lives, isn’t it?
 The October issue of the RADOST newsletter is out! Take a peek in this link.  Happy Monday! Here we go with #21 in the series of videos in which I introduce you to my RADOST scarves and the stories behind them. Today's video celebrates the beauty of travel and connections we can make while discovering the world. The town of Kensington loves to celebrate its history and landmarks. Over the Labor Day weekend, I participated in Paint the Town art exhibition organized by @maaartists. The show is over but don’t worry … You can see a lovely selection of Kensington-inspired artworks at the city town hall! I created a sculpted painting of the Flinn Fountain, a landmark I often walk by on my strolls through town. Stop by soon!
Well, this was fun! I taught a watercolor class at a retirement community in Rockville, MD, during which we painted and played with colors on yupo (what a cool medium!) and ended up creating delightful pendants and bracelets. Each one as unique as their creator.
A little brag on this sunny Monday morning ... It was fun being interviewed by The Native Society. Check out a thought or two about creativity, running a small business, and building a kind community. Read the interview here.  Thanks to all who stopped by the Hyattsville Arts & Ales festival on September 21. A lovely day to be out, stroll through the craft market, and meet interesting people. @lincolnstreetdesign and I met at the festival last year and had booth next to each other, which made for a fun day filled with sharing of our creations and chatting away. Looking to buy my RADOST scarf for yourself or as a gift? You can find me at the Takoma Park Street Festival on October 7. Check my Facebook page for a full listing of events.
 VisArts in Rockville, MD, is such a gem of an art institution. This non-profit brings an incredible variety of classes to the locals. I teach an array of abstract art workshops there and today's class was just so delightful. In "Abstract Art: Inspired by Poetry", we read up on Mary Oliver and her wonderful poems and then follow a fun process to use the poems as inspiration for abstract artworks. This is a meditative and introspective way of learning about art; we always have such a nice time. Next class is on October 7 at 11am.
 Well, this was fun! A commission for my client who is going to a Princeton reunion. She sure will be celebrating in style. Orange it is! Want a scarf made just for you? A loved one? DM me for details. I am happy to you.
Thank you, Whitney (top left), for having me at The Muse and sharing a fun creative evening. I enjoyed leading "Turning Inspiring Messages into Abstract Watercolor Collages." What a lovely time of sharing and exploring! We used a variety of words as inspiration to learn about the power of colors, shapes, and textures, and created unique collages. You can read more here on Whitney's blog.
What a fun creative ride today at "Colors of You" (watercolor workshop) at Kensington Row Bookshop. We explored abstract self-portraiture through the use of our seven senses, colors, shapes, and textures. Stay tuned for new workshops! What one of my students had to say ... "Thank you so much! Loved the class! Lots of fun! Looking forward to more classes!!"
 Happy Monday! Here we go with #20 in the series of videos in which I introduce you to my RADOST scarves and the stories behind them. Today's video celebrates the rich inner life we as human being have. |
