I’ve never been one to stick to just one topic. I write about what I love, and I see the artistic aspects of everything that I enjoy. There is beauty and art in the everyday, and as Audrey Hepburn once…
On the List
Happy Independence Day for all my US followers! I hope you day is filled with socially distant parades, fireworks, and delicious foods from burgers to apple pie. We’re making chicken burgers (with goat cheese and spinach mixed in for ultimate…
Easy Fish Tostadas
Summer is the time for fish tacos, or perhaps the fish tacos cousin, a fish tostada?! The idea first struck when we were at the fish counter at our local Fresh Market. We’d made fish tacos once before with a…
Inside Brightland with Founder & CEO Aishwarya Iyr
I love introducing female founded brands to my readers here on The Avid Pen, and today I have a special treat for you. I’m sure many of you have seen Brightland Co. olive oils via Instagram and on various feeds…
The Lost Diary of Venice with Author Margaux DeRoux
Do you love art, romance and Venice? Then Margaux DeRoux’ debut novel is just want you’re looking for. The story takes place between the modern day, where Rose Nelwin seeks solace after the death of her father in her work…
Leanna Garcia | Artist Spotlight
On your wedding day, every detail has been carefully planned right down to the bridal bouquet. Now imagine if your beautiful bouquet could be turned into a oil painting that you can treasure for years to come, filling your heart…