Endeavored Art by Nichole

01/17/2026

Getting through this tough week the same way I got through 2025 -
care from lovely folks + a little art + music.

These thank you cards will travel alongside the art that found new homes with some wonderful people this week, which, in turn, helped us to put Harold to rest on Wednesday.

01/13/2026

Hello, Art Friends & -
I wanted to give an update to Harold and this post.

We have scheduled to help put Harold to rest tomorrow morning. This is our first time having to take this step with a pet and, while lots of folks have said "you'll know when it's time," it is heavy hoping we are doing what's right in the right time.

Harold faced a lot of heightened anxious moments over the last week, demonstrated being in more visible pain, had a harder time getting settled to sleep, and slowed down eating & drinking, which led us to making the final decision to move forward with this appointment.

We questioned trying to have this done at home to ease his anxiety but were not able to find the resources to do so. The appointment is at his regular vet, thankfully located just down the road, and all 6 of us will be with him.

If you had wanted one of these pieces, I am sharing again. I've listed them discounted (shipping included), and all proceeds will help us with Harold's final care.

Thank you for taking a moment to read.
All the love to you and your families and your animal friends.

01/04/2026

Hi, Art Friends -
I am sharing an important SALE on art to help take the next steps for our doggo.

As some know, Harold, was diagnosed with cancer in one of his front legs this fall. As he is a senior dog (14), we decided the best route was to provide him with as much love for as long as he told us it was right to do so. He's been on pain medication to help during this time.

While the knowledge of what is next has been difficult, we were fortunate he was able to be "himself" through the holidays giving us all one more full year with him. Doing all the normal Harold things. Following me around despite me wishing he would rest. Eating, drinking - still able to go outside. Still enjoying snuggles and having happy tail-wagging moments.

And, while he is still able to do those things, it is clear the pain is increasing as is his anxiety.

I am not sure when I'll know it is his time (though so many folks say that will happen), but I am hoping to be financially prepared to take the next step when it is time. This is actually the first time we've needed to help a pet with the last step of their journey. All other goodbyes have been at home, in their own time, with burial here.

With his situation, and it being winter in NH, that ending is not likely in the cards for us. So, I'm hoping to find new homes for some of my art to be more financially ready to take that next step for him when it comes. Which I'm sure will be sooner than I could ever be ready for.

To make it easier on me, I'm just going to add all the items to this post via photo. Mentally, it's just easier to do it this way than trying to navigate new listings on Etsy or somewhere else. They are all priced at a discounted rate AND their prices include shipping.

All proceeds will go toward Harold's care.
If you would like an item, please comment under that photo "sold" or something similar. Venmo/Paypal are accepted. And you can send me a private message through this art page with your mailing address so I can get the item out to you.

All items were hand painted by me, and I hope will bring some joy to others.

*Unfortunately, I do not have the capacity to take custom orders at this time. Only already completed items are available.

I sincerely thank you for taking the time to read this message, send your most loving vibes Harold's way, and for sharing this sale if appropriate.

May your 2026 be full of light and love.

10/14/2025

I'm putting up the art,
and putting away the brushes.

If you've followed this page for a bit, you may have noticed it's been relatively radio-silent over here.
And it's because I've not had the capacity to create, leaving me nothing really to share.

I've been toting around some formerly made pieces to have available on the side as a fundraiser for the farmers market I manage but I've not really been "in it".

I've often joked that my art is a side to the side to the side hobby but, the truth? It actually is just that.

While I love to create, I've not found myself able to in a long while because other items take priority.
While I do believe we - women - can do anything and everything we want, I do think it comes with a caveat of "but not necessarily all at once."

For me, my time has been dominated by things that will keep the lights on and support the kids. And those are immensely important things. I find no fault, no shame, and no regret in that. It's just the stage of life I'm in. It's just my reality.

Some may say that my setting aside the brushes is a result of a scarcity mindset. That I am allowing a fear about my art and the possibility of not selling it to influence my ability to take a risk and "go for it."
Yeah, maybe.
But when you're always at least one bill behind, there's not much flexibility when a risk doesn't pan out.

I've had plenty of creative ideas, but when I think about doing them, my mind goes to, "Could I sell this? Because, if not, I should probably be doing something that will earn money."

I know, I know - that feels sad.
And, I guess it is.
And, it's why I'm not toting around the art anymore.
Until I can find space - mentally, emotionally...literally in my house - to create freely, without expectation of the end result, the art just feels like a burden.

Hopefully I'll find that space and freedom sooner rather than later but, for now, the art has been shelved and the supplies are being stored away.

When I'm able to create, I'll look forward to sharing it here.
Until then, I hope you all are finding the freedom to enjoy what moves you.

08/09/2025

Earlier this summer we had a chance to observe a barred owl in our backyard.
We can hear them in the woods but do not often see them.
This one happened to be out in the evening, sitting atop some cut sumac that lead down to the river.

It was lovely being able to watch it -
perched, looking around...perhaps listening for a meal -
but what was even more fascinating was when a catbird begin calling nearby and then made its way closer to the owl, seemingly calling it out.
Then a chickadee chirped in and flew over.

Were the smaller birds yelling at the owl to get out of their neighborhood?
Much like it seems the red squirrels speak up to the full forest when an unexpected visitor arrives?

Or, were these neighbors from Uncle Remus tales having an evening meet up about community happenings?

We'll never know, but what a touch of magic and wonder it brought to the day.

08/07/2025

Woaaaaaaaahhhhh, creative peeps -
what a busy summer it has been!

I've been busy learning the ropes as the new market manager at the Wolfeboro Area Farmers Market while also balancing other jobs, general life and...trying...to...get...to...art.

Well, for right now you can find my art in The Little Sparrow Collective on-line AND you can also find an assortment at each week's market as a fundraiser.

20% is donated to the market.
Find me (and my pieces) under the Market Manager tent.
Every Thursday, 12-3:30PM at The Nick - A Place for All Ages

07/18/2025

This is such a lovely group to be with -
consistently inspired by their own pieces, motivations and stories.

06/10/2025

We're collecting "dad-isms" for Father's Day.
Have a joke, a story - a nugget of wisdom - your dad always shared or you remember fondly?

Click through to the original post on The Little Sparrow Collective page and share it.

With Father's Day coming up,
we want to hear YOUR dad's favorite sayings, stories and other "dadisms".

Share your favorite dadism below WITH and we'll send you a special code for savings inside our artist collective for the rest of June.

💙

06/08/2025

Love to observe the plants, too!

06/07/2025

Tis officially the time of year for insect observations!

One of my all-time favorite hobbies from spring through fall is walking the yard and garden to see just WHO I can find. It is an absolute delight when I find someone I've never seen before.

Here are some of my recent finds.
Have you spotted any neat critters lately?

06/07/2025

Snapping turtle mama #2 from yesterday was on a mission to find just the right nesting spot.

It is fascinating observing this annual event.

06/07/2025

More turtle joy!
Today we had 2 mama snapping turtles nest in the yard.

Mama #1 (first photo) was on her way back to the river after laying.
Mama #2 (second photo) was in the process of finding just the right spot.

Absolutely love observing their behavior.
They are always so focused at the task at hand.

We observe from a distance to give them space and safety to lay in peace but do try to check out their features (particularly their shell shape & markings) to differentiate between turtles as they often dig multiple spots before laying and sometimes retreat (particularly during the heat of mid-day or if it's late in the evening) and then return later.