Brushstrokes with Stories Blog

Where every brushstroke holds a story, and every story finds a home.

Art Stories

The Red Cottage | The Painting That Found Its Way Home

October 5, 2026

The Red Cottage “That is my family cottage! And I so miss it because it has since burned down!” ...or something very close to that—is what someone said when she...

Painting of Gullfoss waterfall in Iceland inspired by message of releasing worries and transformation

A Message from the Waterfall: Give Me Your Worries (Gullfoss, Iceland)

March 27, 2026

A spiritual story from Iceland’s Gullfoss waterfall and the inspiration behind the painting “Give Me Your Worries”—a message of release, transformation, and peace.

Gina Anderson painting of golden and deep maroon tulips inspired by Keukenhof Gardens in Amsterdam, capturing the warmth and richness of spring light

Keukenhof in Amsterdam: A Story of Intuition, Timing, and Unseen Help

March 1, 2026

A personal story of visiting Keukenhof Gardens near Amsterdam during peak tulip season—filled with unexpected moments, timing, and meaningful lessons along the way.

The World’s Call for Peace: Monks Walking, Pope Leo XIV, and a Reflection from 9/11

February 26, 2026

A reflection on monks walking for peace, Pope Leo XIV, and how a 9/11 moment at the Vatican inspired a dove painting of hope.

It's All About Joy

February 22, 2026

A reflective story of synchronicity and joy—exploring intentional art, meaningful signs, and how choosing joy shifts what shows up in life.

Johnson’s in June: A Heartfelt Tribute to Johnson’s Farm in Windham, NH

January 1, 2026

The story behind “Johnson’s in June”—a tribute to Johnson’s Farm, created to support a local visual arts scholarship.

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