Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once he/she grows up.
- Picasso

Elemental Peace by Meenakshi Matai.

It's December! The most festive month of the year. All the Christmas trees, lights and decorations...... all the pies, cookies and cakes, all the lovely colors everywhere....... :) hope that it is and will continue to be a cheerful month for all of you.
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A Holiday Gift for You

  Wish you all a wonderful holiday season. We celebrate a whole bunch of different things this time of the year, but more than anything we celebrate our ties with our family, friends and those who matter. As always, I am very thankful for all of your support and appreciation, as that has helped me keep on going in this world of art.

I am offering a 10% discount on all my original paintings for the rest of 2009. If you would like to acquire a painting and avail of this discount, just send me an email or come see me at an upcoming event.
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December Invitations
 I'd like to invite you all to the Free Artists' Exhibit, this weekend in Tempe. As the Tempe Festival of the Arts happens on Mill Ave, please be sure to walk by the Tempe Town Lake to see some exceptional art work by local artists. With the cool breeze and nice warm sun shine, there'll be lots of art and beauty to enjoy. Great place to buy those holiday gifts and cards!
What: Free Artists' Exhibit
When: Saturday and Sunday, December 5 and 6, 2009
Time: 10am to 5pm
Where: Tempe Beach Park by the Town Lake,
Tempe, AZ (Map)
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You can go to my Events page, to see details on the exhibits. Please feel free to forward this newsletter to those who might be interested.
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ETSY Shop ~ artmatai.etsy.com

It's time to shop for those annual holiday gifts and cards. Here's a wonderful resource to get a unique gift!