I received an e-mail from a Photo Journalist in The Navy, stationed in Coronado, asking if she could shadow me through my day to capture the life of an artist. I could not resist helping her with her project. I also could not resist taking pictures of my shadow, Daniel Baker, while she was tailing me.
I knew she could not watch me paint all day, so I made sure we hit the office shots, gallery shots, painting shots as well as outdoor shots. The beach is obviously an important part of my life, so I chose one that I thought would give her the a quick dose of natures spirit in a very unique way.
All of our beaches are unique and beautiful, but this one really rocks!
We ended the day with chai tea and ice cream so I could make sure she experienced a sweet time while taking a peek into an otherwise, VERY, private life.

I can not believe I have already been offering my work with Emerald C Gallery for 2+ years already!
It has been a great match! This gallery is filled with natural light and a beautiful ocean breeze all day!!
It is located across the street from The Hotel Del Coronado, so centrally located.
There is plenty of parking beside the gallery.
This week I refreshed my inventory in the gallery with Mediation Rocks in addition to
4 hand painted glass vases.
(The photo shows the pieces I left for availability at Emerald C.)
I will only be offering the vases at Emerald C for a short time. The glass work is a new en devour for me.
I really enjoy creating them.
To see my latest glass pieces,
visit
drishtiglass.weebly.com/

I am so excited to have a new collector and Meditation Rock distributor in Waterwood Healing located in Kalamazoo, Michigan! Shannon L. Oehmke contacted me after finding my work in Pacific beach, CA.
Today I shipped off a thoughtful collection of hand picked pieces that will be perfect for personal shrines and starter pieces for a new collection and gift buying.
Waterwood also has a few tiny tins coming their way! The tiny tins are hard to sell in galleries and shops because they are so small and wander off shelves too easily. Shannon hand picked a few that will be perfect for dream boxes and shrine pieces.
This is exciting for me because so many people need to feel and hold each Meditation Rock before they know it is just right for them. The sheen, tactile feel and texture can only be appreciated in person.
'Michiganites' now have a place to go to find their very own personal treasure!
If you are in or neal Kalamazoo, Mi. Contact
Shannon L. Oehmke
www.waterwoodhealing.com/

I am thrilled to announce that a few of my little treasures are available on Alma Boa-Ethical Boutique!
I am always excited when my Meditation Rocks find their own tribe to hang with.
Check out the pieces I have selected to be offered on this beautiful site!

almaboa.com/home-decor/meditation-rocks/

Caravan West Lifestyle was Rocked this week!
A fresh inventory, priced to sell, arrived just in time for their Grand Opening Bash this weekend
(November 11, 2017)!
The store has been open for a few months already.
I am proud to say my creations have been a part of their vibe from the beginning!

  My Meditation Rocks have been a great addition to their boho-chic style.
 I added some LARGE Meditation Rocks that are rare to my collection.
Each priced to sell!!

The Open House party is right in line with the holiday season!
Drop by and pick up a treasure for a friend or a gift for your home!

Caravan West Lifestyle
587 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 487-5930

As an artist and designer, I get to play with my creations in a range of ways. Today I am creating a product based on my Meditation Rocks that are painted traditionally, shot digitally and produced on demand!

It is amazing how just one September, cool,grey day can put me in the Autumn mood so much so that I change my color choices!
I experiment everyday to create a new look, feel or technique.This Fall group is no exception to my process.
I have instantly fallen in love with the warmth of this Fall Group.

I began placing the Autumn pieces in galleries this week so they could be available for gifts and decorations.
I had some fun with a few Sugar Skulls too. I kept the Sugar Skull collection small, but they are placed in Galleries and shops while supplies last!
I know this Fall vibe will not last long with my San Diego Life style, but for now they are here and available!

I am always looking for new ways to offer my little treasures. Today I decided ARTFIRE might be a great place to list a few. I selected a unique group to test the ARTFIRE platform.
Check out my link and let me know what you think!
www.artfire.com/ext/shop/home/Julie-Ann-Stricklin-Rocks

I wish I knew what makes me gravitate toward visual flow and color. I keep thinking my Summer Color Series looks like little pieces of a hippie inspired, Boho Circus tent banner.
I would love it if a Boho Circus really existed!
I imagine it would be filled with laughter,color, beautiful natural sounds,organic food,yoga and dancing. Gypsy dresses jingling, jewelry makers,artists of all kinds and musicians or every variety. Essential oils in the breeze, natural streams, water falls and animals all around. With all that in mind....I am sure my Meditation Rocks would be a perfect treasure to bring home as a reminder of a beautiful time spent at the Boho-Circus!
A Boho-Circus may not exist, but my meditation Rocks do!
Enjoy!

The summer of '17 has been full of vibrant color this year!
The rains brought amazing flowers and growth to San Diego and I have reflected that in my Summer Series!

I am thrilled that all the shops and Galleries who offer my meditation Rocks are still smiling and enjoying the spirit they bring.
I was invited to offer my work in Caravan West Lifestyle in Encinitas!
It is a very Boho-chic, hippie oasis in the heart of Encinitas!
Drop by and check out the selection available in their shop!!
Caravan West Lifestyle
 587 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024
10AM–7PM
Phone: (760) 487-5930