Getting there...

One tiny Art-o-mat painting at a time!


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  1. Nina CrittendenJuly 3, 2014 at 12:33 AM

    The art-o-mat is such a brilliant idea! Super fun, Nicole! Wishing you continued success (and many thanks for your kind comment on my blog!)!

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  2. Nicole ArnoldJuly 6, 2014 at 4:41 PM

    Thanks, Nina. Art-o-mat has been a fun experience and has challenged me to learn a lot more about the lives of some favorite artists. Love your blog!

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