Author: Kelly Fields

Look outside your window. What do you see? A manicured lawn, maybe. A tidy, non-native shrub. A stretch of concrete. It’s… fine. But it’s quiet. There’s a stillness to it.…

The city breathes. It expands, contracts, rises, and sometimes falls. And for centuries, artists with their brushes and palettes have been its most attentive biographers. Urban landscape painting isn’t just…

Let’s be honest, the weather isn’t what it used to be. It feels more… intense. Wildfires rage with a new ferocity, hurricanes seem to stall and dump unprecedented rain, and…

Your roof does more than just keep the rain out. It’s a huge, silent player in your home’s energy use and, honestly, its environmental footprint. For decades, the default choice…

Let’s be honest. The world is loud. Our minds are often a whirlwind of notifications, deadlines, and constant pressure. For centuries, humans have been drawn to water for its calming…

Think you need a sprawling meadow to help the bees and butterflies? Think again. Honestly, even the tiniest balcony, patio, or postage-stamp yard can become a vital pit-stop for our…

You love the smell of turpentine, the weight of a loaded brush, the texture of gesso on a fresh panel. The physical act of painting is irreplaceable. But let’s be…

Let’s be honest—home upgrades can feel overwhelming. Between the cost, the mess, and the sheer time commitment, it’s no wonder so many projects get shelved. But what if you could…

Let’s face it—roofing isn’t exactly the sexiest home improvement topic. But when you’re staring down a roof replacement, suddenly those shingles (or lack thereof) become a big deal. Metal roofing?…

Let’s be honest—owning a pool is a luxury, but it doesn’t have to come at the planet’s expense. If you’re an eco-conscious homeowner, you know the struggle: balancing crystal-clear water…