WHERE THE SOUL IS LISTENING – invitation to exhibition opening

Dear YOU!

It is a very special and great pleasure to invite you to the opening of my new exhibition WHERE THE SOUL LISTENS in the beautiful and tranquil Orangery at Gisselfeld monastery, a small hours drive from Copenhagen.

The opening will be from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm on sunday, August 7th

At. 11:00, the people who runs the place, Stig Lauritsen – known from the “Have haves”, a garden programme at TV2 – and landscape architect Greg Kobett, will invite you for a glass of wine. And I will invite you to listen in to a small story about my art as well as a few songs.

 

Important note: if you print this text you will get free entrance to the garden on the opening day – otherwise it is 50 DKK pr. person, so please print and bring this text as your free ticket.

 

Throughout the exhibition period, you can, in addition to original art, also purchase prints and cards.

And I would love to see you and yours at the opening!

Love from Lise.

Summer sale!

Here in Denmark it´s sooooo green right now, butterflies are flying and everything blooming and bursting with life. -I decided it´s time for a true SUMMER SALE, so right now I offer you 20% off EVERYTHING in the webshop!

Sale runs from today, Thursday and until Friday next week.

If you are dreaming about a soulful picture for your home or cottage, or would like to fill up your stock of cards for special occasions and favorite people, there is a great opportunity right now.

Find the sale HERE

These soulful cards above: LOVE collection are part of the sale. Use them as small framed pictures on the wall or to give away to people you think might just need a special greeting.

You can also find signed prints or big posters, like the “Finding oneself” poster above .

And muuuuch more, also some very new prints with summer and travel images!

I hope you´ll enjoy! 

Love from Lise.

Dear sister Water

“THE GIFT OF WATER”

Dear sister Water. I love you!

 

– To bathe in you – soaking in a wonderful hot tub, a quick cold shower, or the other way around.

– To swim in you – in a Swedish lake or in the sea around Denmark where I live.

– To drink you. The best tasting water is that from a clean stream in the wild after hours of walk on tired feet.

 

You truly are a healing gift to us humans.

 

Thank you dear sister Water that you are here!

 

Love from Lise.

 

PS: This painting is from a new series of art for the upcoming exhibition in the brand new gallery in Gisselfeld Kloster Orangery in Denmark. See more details of the place and event HERE. “The gift of Water” measures 60 x 80 cm and is created with mixed media techniques on canvas with deep edges: Price: 6.500 DKK

GRATITUDE – and about being here, on Earth

Photo: “Gratitude”, mixed media on canvas, part of a new series of mini paintings

GRATITUDE.

 

I am sincerely happy to be human here on earth, with opportunities to love, learn and grow.

 

I remember once when I was about 15 years old, I wrote in my diary that I was happy to be a human being on earth, and it was here I wanted to be now. That I did not want to be heading anywhere else , but simply be fully present here.

 

My parents were religious. Not in the usual understanding, but in a searching, open way. I have deep respect for the fact that they never tried to enforce their beliefs on me. Still, I experienced that what they searched for often sounded like something that was THERE (in heaven) and not HERE. I wanted to be here. I liked it here, on earth, and I could feel heaven right here.

 

I’m still happy to be here. I mostly feel it when I have good days and can get a grasp of life. On days where everything seems to fall apart (and that happens for us humans, certainly for me!), I find it more difficult to feel gratitude.

 

I would like to practice that; to be able to FEEL gratitude, even on those days. Maybe just for tiny tangible things as my bed, our sweet cat – or a good cup of coffee.

 

Today I’m just grateful. For the blossoming spring, for my work, for my family and how we develop together, and for good friends. Tomorrow may be different. Thank you, Creation, for everything. It is a unique and rich experience to live!

 

Love from Lise.

 

The impractical, DEEPLY CLEVER PASSION

“Jump into Joy/Hop ind I glæden” 30×40 cm/11,8 x 15,7 in – SOLD

Sometimes we do something simply because we have an inexplicable desire to dance, run the marathon or travel to a particular place. Not because it is logical, practical or directly related to anything useful. But because we get a little red in the cheeks and our heart beats faster at the very thought of it. It is Passion that knocking on our door. It is the very key to your own happiness.

The whisper of Passion rarely present in the form of the next logical step. The voice of Passion is the one who actually knows very well what it loves to do, but not so often is heard because frankly it is not paying much attention to the bills that needs paying and your daily duties in general.

But the strange thing is: When we dance a dance or pursue the dream we yearn for, we open to a place inside where it is possible to find a way of life which is BOTH practical AND joyful.
Or, in other words: when we actively listen to our inner passion, it will reward us by spreading its bubbling energy to all parts of your life …….

But first you must listen. Simply hear what it has to say, find out what it longs for. Even though it may say things that seem as if they are taken out of the blue (Tango? – Who has time to dance tango – it requires a partner, it costs money and it can´t really be used for anything practical – after all, this is not Argentina but Denmark…..).

Listen anyway. And do what you can to meet your passions desires. Even tiny step works. If you really listen to your passion, it will reward you with something far more precious than time and money:
– INSPIRATION
– INCREASED INTUITION
– A GOOD PORTION OF HAPPINESS

Which, as far as I know, is a far better basis for thinking practically and clear and generating profits in life. Also in terms of time and money. I think that is SO clever. Passion are really able of something very unique. We just have to remember to listen to it.

Love from Lise.

PS: I am hosting a local painting course here in Denmark, south of Zealand, on sat. May 28th, where we, in addition to learning juicy painting techniques, will train exactly that: listening to our inner Passion. Find the details and sign up HERE – latest signup coming friday the 20th.

– Or email me at mail@lisemeijer.dk and I will send you some info in English, thank you!

 

50% OFF selected paintings!

(SOLD) Like a crystal/ Som en krystal” Acrylic and paper on canvas, 24 x 30 cm.

(SOLD) Life flowing over” Acrylic on canvas, 75 x 75 cm.

(SOLD) Old friends” Acrylic and paper on canvas, 30 x 40 cm.

Hello dear reader (you!)

Right now and till the end of May I offer 50% off some of my paintings.

Since 2011 when I put brush to canvas for the first time in 20 years , I have painted over 100 paintings and sold more than 3/4 of them.

It did not happen by a magic spell, but by quietly but persistently listening to my inner compass, and acting on it. Day by day, I headed towards the place where passion vibrates (that story can be found here).
And, I want to celebrate!

Life unfolding” Acrylic on canvas, 75 x 75 cm. Price: 5.500 DKK (now 2.750 DKK)

To be honest, it is also high time to make a little room for new paintings here in my studio! I sincerely hope that the right paintings find their way to their soul- and wall-matches!

See all paintings on sale HERE (Or come and see them in my studio!)

I ship worldwide, and accept Pay pal. Danish customers, you can simply use mobile pay or bank transfer.

Please send me an e-mail at: mail@lisemeijer.dk to purchase paintings, or ask any questions you may have.

I hope you will ENJOY!

Love from Lise.

Almost like a small shop!

 I know that you may not live in Denmark. And if you do, you may not live anywhere near Møn, a small cosy island loved by artists for it´s light and beauty. But if you do, or if you happen to be on holiday nearby, you are hereby WARMLY INVITED to the gallery opening coming sunday, 1rst of may in Galleri Pakhuset, Klintholm havn, Møn.

I quite enjoy how it is almost like creating a small shop in my corner of the charming old building with original paintings and special products.

26 artists will be exhibiting on the two gallery floors in. Lots of crafts and art and good atmosphere.

Oh, and there will be wine, possibly hot pizza slices & live music. And YOU are so welcome – as well as your neighbor, children or anyone interested you meet on your way. Make sure to come and say hello; I´m on the top floor, first booth to the right when you come up the stairs. I´d love to meet you!

Pssst: I always have some good offers on products on a day like that!

See you Sunday, may 1rst, between 1 & 4 PM in Galleri Pakhuset, Klintholm Havn on Møn. See more about this and upcoming exhibitions HERE.

Or check out the gallery page on FB

See you there!

Love from Lise.

I am guessing you could use a bit of this?

Right now, is is a wonderful but also demanding time for many people. Time for change, but it may come with a struggle. Time for more light, but not yet completely convincing. Time for spring, but still cold. A time where we humans tend to either give up on things or find a completely new approach. It is time for Easter; the old must die so there can be resurrection, in any meaning or emphasis we want to put on that.

Also, it´s full moon tomorrow here in DK, and a powerful one I heard.

There are many reasons to take it a little easy with ourselves and do something that truly nourishes our body as well as our soul.

For me, a bath does just that. Preferably in a real bath tub. And if you don´t have one, like I didn´t for many years, a shower with lit candles at the side and some delicious soaps and body oil  combined with time and soothing music will work wonders too.

(I have this one next to our beloved tub, the best healing spot in our house!)

Look at it like a spring-cleaning for the body, and do it as often as you like during this time (or any time you want!) to warm your soul in this transition toward light and spring. It is a service to you, yourself, and thus to every life you get in touch with, being a happier, more balanced YOU.

And if you want some self care inspiration for your walls, you can buy the images above as signed prints in the shop in 2 sizes: A4 prints or the double sized A3 prints (just write in a note which one you want when you choose this item) – enjoy!

Love and take care, Lise.

(This year our daughter, Celeste who is 12, decorated the Easter tree with eggs all by herself, which was a complete joy to watch. The care, the tradition, the creativity she put into it. To me, the eggs stand for new life and much needed resurrection energy) 

 

Spring sale 50% OFF + new postcards

SPRING SALE: 50% OFF BIG POSTERS RIGHT NOW!

Light is streaming into the living rooms. I think that calls for a spring sale, a real good one!

So, I picked 4 of the BIG posters and are giving a feelable 50% off them, to help your walls celebrate spring! These fine posters will fit in any 50 x 70 frame. With white border around the image for easier framing.

And the soul warming messages are happy to compete with the growing sense of spring in your house.

I will ship with love and creativity straight to your door.

The offer lasts until Friday. March 4 at midnight CET (central european time).

Find SPRING sale here: http://www.etsyonsale.com/shop/LiseMeijer

ALSO, I just added 3 new postcard collections to the shop, find them all here!

Love from Lise.

North Modern trade show – a vision manifested

I had a vision: Go to a Business trade show aimed at selling to other businesses. Above you can see that vision come true. Looks easy, right?

Realization:

I knew going to a trade show was a step up for me. I knew that presenting my business professionally to other businesses was a big leap. And I knew it would be hard work. But, as many of the things I have done that has caused growth, I had no Idea just how big a leap this was. How much hard work.

(Building up the booth – together with Rune + a very decorating-skilled friend, also called Lise 🙂

I also didn´t know that it is considered normal that this big financial investment doesn´t come back as income straight away. Wow! That takes a lot of vision power and a long view.

After the 3 days at the trade show – talking to customers, waiting for customers, trying to remember not to be pushy or needy but just be in service, I was so, so done. I felt like a baby needing to be fed and pampered and napping. And over again. And again. And again.

(In less than 2 weeks I managed to create some marketing material, including this pull up banner and the big 4 x 2,5 meter wall print. With great and prompt help from a handful skilled people I trust. Busy times!)

No spark, inspiration or success feeling was left in me. Just done, used up. Worn. I knew it was temporary. I also knew that I had to deal with it.

So that is what I did. For almost 2 whole days I did nothing except taking care of myself. Sleeping. Going for walks. Reading and taking long baths. Letting my family know I would be back but needed some recovery space.

“A hug in a mug/ Et knus i et krus” – 16 x 21 cm, acrylic and paper on canvas: SOLD

Everybody Needs water/ Alle har brug for vand”, Akrylic/ paper on canvas, 24 x 30 cm. SOLD

Be gentle – available as signed print!

And slowly my well being returned. And with that my inspiration. And guess what? One of my first inspired thoughts was: What if I could manage to go to that other trade show next month, now that I have all the gear prepared? The one I heard would most likely be a much better match for me and my products, hmmm…..

 

Well, I haven´t decided on that yet. But I am so thankful that I can feel my inspiration again and that visions are landing in my nest. We all need that to feel hope and possibility about our life. But we simply can´t attract any of those things if we are too stressed out. There is nothing wrong with us. None of us. But we all need a basis of pampering on a daily basis. And when we go off balance, our bodies will let us know.

That´s when we need to pay attention. Big time. Because we are so much more fragile than we often imagine, and when we own that fragility, we are so, so strong.

Thank you for hearing this little tale.

Wishing you lots of well being side by side with whatever work you have undertaken. Big or small, I truly believe it all counts in ways we can´t always understand.

And cheers! Not only on the successes you can count. But cheers for trying, and for every time you dare invite inspiration and vision into you life.
And for courage to try again.

Lise.