I'm grateful that this job continually inspires me.

Yesterday, in between editing pieces for our February 2008 issue and planning for our March 2008 issue, I was fortunate to meet an artist who has been a BIG inspiration to me: Kelly Rae Roberts.

(me, Kelly Rae)

A few months ago, when I found out Kelly Rae was writing a book for North Light Books, I was thrilled (not only because she was writing a book but also because I knew there was a possibility of meeting her).

Kelly Rae combines inspiring words with beautiful images, creating art that truly speaks to me. I've purchased two of her prints (see below) and the "Wear Red Shoes" print currently hangs in my cube.




When I met Kelly Rae yesterday, I got a sneak peek at some of the art that's going in her book (it's fabulous!) and got to hang out in the photo studio with Kelly Rae, her book editor, designer and photographer.

I returned to my desk feeling happy and inspired. I have a number of art and writing projects I want to work on, and after talking with Kelly Rae and seeing some of her newest work, I have a renewed sense of spirit. I can't wait to do some creating.

Being inspired and being able to inspire others is such a wonderful part of scrapbooking, memory keeping and art making. Who is your biggest inspiration? And how do you inspire others?

All the best,

Katie