Intro

Marilyn has a progressive muscle disease - Muscular Dystrophy. She makes every effort to help herself, but the needs are great. Your donation, can make a difference! 

To Donate, Click Here.  

NOTE: Generosity.com makes a practice of asking for donations to their own site, but you may click Edit by the added amount to opt out.

Artwork - Please Scroll or go to Blog Archives (bottom of Home Page's Sidebar). Artwork (your choice!), is given as a "thank you" to those who give a minimum donation of $25 and request a specific art print.

This fundraiser will continue since Marilyn's needs are ongoing. 

Marilyn's CURRENT NEED is to pay off her "new" van so this will not be one more burden. Her old van had a rusted floor that was extremely unsafe, so we're grateful that this one became available at a very reasonable price through the kindness of her mechanic.

PAST donations have gone to pay off her other special needs - varied equipment.

Click here to donate online, after which you'll be taken to the donation collection site, Generosity.com - a site that has a trusted reputation. Generosity.com makes a practice of asking for donations to their own site, but you may click a choice of opting out.

To send a check instead, please email Kim for directions.       

 

ARTWORK...

to see the ENTIRE collection, click 2015, 2016, and 2017 links.

Please check back periodically to view added works!

Artwork is provided on this site to draw attention to this blog, give an extra incentive to donate, and be given as a thank you upon request. Exceeding the minimum donation amount is appreciated for this cause.

If you are interested in original work by any of the artists or original art commissions by Kim, please contact Kim to inquire.

  

ARTISTS: We are thrilled to have artists represented on this site such as Celia Blanco (Italy), Karen Duncan (USA), Sarah Harris (England), Jen Humphreys (USA), Cristina Mihailescu (USA - originally from Romania), Elizabeth Smith (USA), Alexandra Spencer (USA), and Claudia Stougard (Germany)...each generously providing some of their artwork which will be printed upon request for donors to Marilyn's Needs. 

Special Thanks to:

• Alexandra Spencer for helping on several levels (see note with her art), to the point where we consider Alexandra a member of Marilyn's team.
• Cristina Mihailescu for donating commission from her own site's gallery sales.
• Kathy Zitek (USA), for donating an original and exquisitely created quilt-art, seen below.

Profound thanks to all! 

Contact Kim if interested in receiving artwork.

We hope you'll enjoy viewing the art collections in this site, as well as viewing the artists' own sites - just click on their name links above.

If you're an artist, please consider donating a photo for print purposes - no expense to the artist. See this Home page's sidebar for directions or email Kim.

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Hmmm...we've never done this before, so if you have a suggestion for this blog, please share your thoughts by emailing Kim. Feel free to ask questions too.

Art 57: Fresh Preserving by Celia Blanco

Fresh Preserving

Min. Donation Requested: $25 for a copy printed on acid free art paper.

Exceeding the requested minimum donation amount is appreciated.

Printed Copy  (Text "copy" will be removed): 3 copies available

Media: Watercolor

Size: 8" x 8" approx.

Artist: Celia Blanco

About the Artist:

Celia Blanco is an American artist who resides in Rome, Italy. Her medium of choice is watercolors which she uses to paint a variety of subjects.

Celia's art can be viewed on her website:  http://watercolorsbyceliablanco.weebly.com/index.html

We appreciate Celia's support in making this print available to help with Marilyn's ongoing needs.

Art 56: Fall Boardwalk by Elizabeth Smith

Fall Boardwalk

Min. Donation Requested: $25 for a copy printed on acid free art paper

Exceeding the requested minimum donation amount is appreciated.

Printed Copy  (Text "copy" will be removed): 5 copies available.

Size: Approx. 8 x 10" (can print smaller if requested)

About the artist: Elizabeth Smith

I am a dreamer of Fantasy, raised on a small crop farm. Far enough outside of town that dreams of lands far away were the norm. Sunsets and landscapes, birds and fairies. Dragons were my friends. In high school, music and art became my desire. Lots of color is what I love. I hope you enjoy my art and you dream of places far away too.

We appreciate Elizabeth's support in making this print available to help with Marilyn's ongoing needs.

Art 55: Preparing for Spring

Preparing for Spring

by Kim Tysse

Min. Donation Requested: $25 for a copy printed on acid free art paper
Will hand sign.
May inquire about the original art.

Exceeding the requested minimum donation amount is appreciated.

Printed Copy  (Text "copy" will be removed): 3 copies available.

Media: tissue paper collage

Size: 8 x 10"

About the artist: Kim Tysse

     Kim is Marilyn's cousin  and administrator of this site. She has been doing artwork for decades, as time permitted. This typically meant very little time for artwork. In the past several years, Kim has tried to squeeze in more art time, especially for watercolors, but she also enjoys acrylics, ink, and other media.

     Using artwork for this site is a unique and positive venture: a way to help Marilyn with ongoing needs, as well as offer an opportunity for artists to help without any expense or inconvenience on their part. Kim is happy to be part of this.

Art 54: Glowing Light by Cristina Mihailescu

Glowing Light

Min. Donation Requested: $25 for a copy printed on acid free art paper

Exceeding the requested minimum donation amount is appreciated.

Printed Copy  (Text "copy" will be removed): 5 copies available.

Size: Approx. 8 x 10" (can print smaller if requested)

About the artist: Cristina Mihailescu

     Cristina's website relays, the following excerpts.  "I am truly honored to announce that I've been chosen 'Artist of the Month' by Artist Daily in August 2014 and one of the best 10 artists of the month in August 2015 by curators from Artfinder." Cristina also shares, "I am not ''afraid'' to work with oils,watercolors, pastels but my favorite medium is acrylics, I love its versatility... 
     I'm constantly overwhelmed by the simple beauty and uniqueness of everyday life and I really want my paintings to create an emotional impact, inviting people into my optimistic, wonderful world...far away from everyday worries.. I put my heart into each and every one of my works." To find out more about Cristina and her work, please take the time to visit her site: http://fineartamerica.com/profiles/cristina-mihailescu.html

We appreciate Cristina's support in making this print available to help with Marilyn's ongoing needs.

Art 53: Irises by Karen Duncan

Irises

Min. Donation Requested: $25 for a copy printed on acid free art paper

Exceeding the requested minimum donation amount is appreciated.

Printed Copy  (Text "copy" will be removed): 6 copies available.

Media: Watercolor

Size: Approx. 7.75 x 10"

Will fit in a standard 11 x 14" frame with a custom mat. The white border above indicates this suggested mat. Your print will be the painted portion.

About the artist: Karen Duncan

Karen is an artist who resides in Northeastern PA. She takes a realistic approach to her painting but loves to experiment with color and lighting. Karen paints in oil, acrylic, and watercolor.

Art 52: Santa's Stuck? (card image with verse)

Santa's Stuck?
Verse by Kim Tysse

Min. Donation Requested: $25 for a copy printed on acid free art paper
Will hand sign.
May inquire about the original art.

Exceeding the requested minimum donation amount is appreciated.

Printed Copy  (Text "copy" will be removed): 3 copies available.

Media: Ink (computer generated color)

Size: approx. 4.25 x 5.5" (Can adjust for your envelope size - please email Kim.) 

This would make a great card for the season. You will receive a text to print on the card's back about supporting Marilyn's Needs. Permission will be granted for printing cards as long as it's only for personal use, not for publishing.

About the artist: Kim Tysse

     Kim is Marilyn's cousin  and administrator of this site. She has been doing artwork for decades, as time permitted. This typically meant very little time for artwork. In the past several years, Kim has tried to squeeze in more art time, especially for watercolors, but she also enjoys acrylics, ink, and other media.

     Using artwork for this site is a unique and positive venture: a way to help Marilyn with ongoing needs, as well as offer an opportunity for artists to help without any expense or inconvenience on their part. Kim is happy to be part of this.

Art 51: An Old Fashioned Christmas (option as card)

An Old Fashioned Christmas

Min. Donation Requested: $25 for a copy printed on acid free art paper
Will hand sign.
May inquire about the original art.

Exceeding the requested minimum donation amount is appreciated.

Printed Copy  (Text "copy" will be removed): 3 copies available.

Media: Ink (computer generated color)

Size: approx. 3 x 4.25" (Can adjust for your envelope size - please email Kim.) 

This would make a great card for the season. You will receive a text to print on the card's back about supporting Marilyn's Needs. Permission will be granted for printing cards as long as it's only for personal use, not for publishing.

About the artist: Kim Tysse

     Kim is Marilyn's cousin  and administrator of this site. She has been doing artwork for decades, as time permitted. This typically meant very little time for artwork. In the past several years, Kim has tried to squeeze in more art time, especially for watercolors, but she also enjoys acrylics, ink, and other media.

     Using artwork for this site is a unique and positive venture: a way to help Marilyn with ongoing needs, as well as offer an opportunity for artists to help without any expense or inconvenience on their part. Kim is happy to be part of this.

Art 50: Snowflake (cat)

"Snowflake"

Christmas edition - top image

Min. Donation Requested: $25 for a copy printed on acid free art paper
Note that the top image is on a soft grey background.
This can be enhanced in the computer to be brighter if you wish.
Will hand sign.
May inquire about the original art.

Exceeding the requested minimum donation amount is appreciated.

Printed Copy  (Text "copy" will be removed): 3 copies available.

Media: Ink

Size: approx. 5 x 5" for the bottom image; smaller sizing is available.

The card image size (top image) may be adjusted per your envelope size, so please email Kim.

This would make a nice note card for the season. You will receive a text to print on the card's back about supporting Marilyn's Needs. Permission will be granted for printing cards as long as it's only for personal use, not for publishing.

About the artist: Kim Tysse

     Kim is Marilyn's cousin  and administrator of this site. She has been doing artwork for decades, as time permitted. This typically meant very little time for artwork. In the past several years, Kim has tried to squeeze in more art time, especially for watercolors, but she also enjoys acrylics, ink, and other media.

     Using artwork for this site is a unique and positive venture: a way to help Marilyn with ongoing needs, as well as offer an opportunity for artists to help without any expense or inconvenience on their part. Kim is happy to be part of this.

Art 49: At The Window

At The Window

Min. Donation Requested: $25 for a copy printed on acid free art paper
Will hand sign.
May inquire about the original painting.

Exceeding the requested minimum donation amount is appreciated.

Printed Copy  (Text "copy" will be removed): 3 copies available.

Media: Watercolor & Watercolor Pencil

Size: approx. 3.5 x %"

About the artist: Kim Tysse

     Kim is Marilyn's cousin  and administrator of this site. She has been doing artwork for decades, as time permitted. This typically meant very little time for artwork. In the past several years, Kim has tried to squeeze in more art time, especially for watercolors, but she also enjoys acrylics, ink, and other media.

     Using artwork for this site is a unique and positive venture: a way to help Marilyn with ongoing needs, as well as offer an opportunity for artists to help without any expense or inconvenience on their part. Kim is happy to be part of this.

Art 48: It Takes A Village (Pumpkin's World)

It Takes A Village

(Pumpkin's World)

Upon first glance, this seems like a pumpkin among some vines. A closer look reveals some creatures. It can be interpreted that they are trying to get the pumpkin into its proper place - some are encouraging, others helping, one was caught underneath, and a few are not happy with others' efforts. It's a village in the garden.

Min. Donation Requested: $25 for a copy printed on acid free art paper
Will hand sign.
May inquire about the original painting.

Exceeding the requested minimum donation amount is appreciated.

Printed Copy  (Text "copy" will be removed): 3 copies available.

Media: Watercolor Pencil

Size: approx. 3.25 x 5"

This would make a nice note card for the season. You will receive a text to print on the card's back about supporting Marilyn's Needs. Permission will be granted for printing cards as long as it's only for personal use, not for publishing.

About the artist: Kim Tysse

     Kim is Marilyn's cousin  and administrator of this site. She has been doing artwork for decades, as time permitted. This typically meant very little time for artwork. In the past several years, Kim has tried to squeeze in more art time, especially for watercolors, but she also enjoys acrylics, ink, and other media.

     Using artwork for this site is a unique and positive venture: a way to help Marilyn with ongoing needs, as well as offer an opportunity for artists to help without any expense or inconvenience on their part. Kim is happy to be part of this.

Art 47: A Good Day For A Walk

A Good Day for a Walk

Min. Donation Requested: $25 for a copy printed on acid free art paper
Will hand sign.
May inquire about the original painting.

Exceeding the requested minimum donation amount is appreciated.

Printed Copy  (Text "copy" will be removed): 3 copies available.

Media: Mixed Media with Acrylic and Ink predominate

Size: 8 x 10" OR available as a 5 x 7"

About the artist: Kim Tysse

     Kim is Marilyn's cousin  and administrator of this site. She has been doing artwork for decades, as time permitted. This typically meant very little time for artwork. In the past several years, Kim has tried to squeeze in more art time, especially for watercolors, but she also enjoys acrylics, ink, and other media.

     Using artwork for this site is a unique and positive venture: a way to help Marilyn with ongoing needs, as well as offer an opportunity for artists to help without any expense or inconvenience on their part. Kim is happy to be part of this.

Art 46: Tribute to Hitchcock

Tribute to Hitchcock

Min. Donation Requested: $25 for a copy printed on acid free art paper
Will hand sign.
May inquire about the original painting.

Exceeding the requested minimum donation amount is appreciated.

Printed Copy  (Text "copy" will be removed): 3 copies available.

Media: Watercolor & Watercolor Pencil

Size: 8 x 10"

About the artist: Kim Tysse

     Kim is Marilyn's cousin  and administrator of this site. She has been doing artwork for decades, as time permitted. This typically meant very little time for artwork. In the past several years, Kim has tried to squeeze in more art time, especially for watercolors, but she also enjoys acrylics, ink, and other media.

     Using artwork for this site is a unique and positive venture: a way to help Marilyn with ongoing needs, as well as offer an opportunity for artists to help without any expense or inconvenience on their part. Kim is happy to be part of this.

Art 45: Woman Reminiscing

Woman Reminiscing

Min. Donation Requested: $25 for a copy printed on acid free art paper
Will hand sign.
May inquire about the original painting.

Exceeding the requested minimum donation amount is appreciated.

Printed Copy  (Text "copy" will be removed): 3 copies available.

Media: Ink pen

Size: Approx. 8 x 10"

About the artist: Kim Tysse

     Kim is Marilyn's cousin  and administrator of this site. She has been doing artwork for decades, as time permitted. This typically meant very little time for artwork. In the past several years, Kim has tried to squeeze in more art time, especially for watercolors, but she also enjoys acrylics, ink, and other media.

     Using artwork for this site is a unique and positive venture: a way to help Marilyn with ongoing needs, as well as offer an opportunity for artists to help without any expense or inconvenience on their part. Kim is happy to be part of this.

Art 44: Portrait of a Young Woman (Alexandra Spencer print)

Portrait of a Young Woman

Min. Donation Requested: $25 for a copy printed on acid free art paper

Exceeding the requested minimum donation amount is appreciated.

Printed Copy  (Text "copy" will be removed): 6 copies available.

Media: Watercolor

Size: Approx. 3 x 5" 

About the artist: Alexandra Spencer

Alexandra Spencer is a Shenandoah Valley, Virginia-based artist. After retiring from a career as an officer of a Fortune 500 firm, she embraced her second career as a fine artist whose work in watercolors and oil pastels is vibrant and expressive.

An additional note: Alexandra has given on so many levels, from her personal donations, behind the scenes work to spur compassion among her many friends, private commissions to benefit this cause, and through her talent that has been shared on this site. We're so humbled and grateful.