as the year comes to an end, i am wrapping up a few 

projects and will be taking time off  to spend  with my family 

and friends.  thank you for visiting  this year.  whether you have 

left a comment or not, i know you are busy and i appreciate 

that you have taken the time.   this week i have found a new (to me) 

obsession....instagram where i have begun to post some

photographs and paintings.  you can visits me there

as well at irenerafael.  

happy holidays to all!

today i am sending all who participate throughout the year with 

kristin and ava at paint party friday many thanks.  you feed the creative fire 

and bring inspiration each week.  i will see you in the new year.

X O X O

irene