September 1, 2011 In appreciation, art, books & stuff, communication, creativity, design, drawing, graphic design, illustration, imagination, inspiration, philosophy By Patricia Saxton

“52 Weeks of Peace” ~ The Book!

Two years ago to the day, I launched a creative series called “52 Weeks of Peace”, posting a new design on my blog each week for a year.

Today, I am so pleased to announce that thanks to my publisher Lightbox Books (a division of Shenanigan Books), the entire collection is now in gorgeous postcard book format, available for sending, framing, or just enjoying. You can order copies here, or by clicking anywhere on the announcement below.

A side note ~ you might find it interesting (I did!) that the book’s release coincides with the 50th anniversary year of the Peace Corps ~ and that a selection from the series is part of an upcoming 9/11 tenth anniversary exhibit. It’s really something how that all lined up ~ maybe the universe had a hand in it!

I thank you all for your support and encouragement, your appreciation of the art, and helping to spread the idea that “peace starts here”, with each individual, in every day ways.

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August 30, 2011 In art, books & stuff, branding, creativity, design, illustration, inspiration, photography By Patricia Saxton

“where in the world is peace?”…spreading westward

oodles of thanks to the everyday peace ambassadors in Arizona, Indiana, New Jersey, New York, and Ohio… love the sharing of peace! Where to next, I wonder?!

(By the way, all “where in the world is peace?” images are being compiled on a special “where in the world is peace?” page, here. Totes, mugs and things are available here.)

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August 16, 2011 In appreciation, art, books & stuff, branding, communication, creativity, design, illustration, imagination, inspiration, networking, social media By Patricia Saxton

52 Weeks of Peace / Peace Starts Here

Excitement! The “52 Weeks of Peace” book is almost ready…!

In the meantime, we’ve established a 52 Weeks of Peace / Peace Starts Here facebook page ~ please come on over and join in, “like” the page, let your voice be heard, spread some peace, share the love… see you there!

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January 23, 2011 In art, communication, inspiration By Patricia Saxton

"52 Weeks of Peace" Notebooks

More ways to inspire peace . . .  by popular request, “52 Weeks of Peace” journals are available for the writers, artists and doodlers in your life.


Journals are 5X8″ with 160 pages for composing, scribbling and sketching to your heart’s content. You even get a choice of papers (blank, lines, dot grid or task/organizing)………….. Grab a pen and let the muse flow!  (Or toss it in your “52 Weeks of Peace” Totebag if you’re on the go… good idea, right?)

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July 4, 2010 In art, creativity, design, inspiration By Patricia Saxton

Week 45: "52 Weeks of Peace"

Peace is liberty.

Today we honor of the United States of America. We honor our founders ~ their courage, their foresight and their brave ideals. And we honor our collective indomitable, independent spirit … as night skies across America burst with color, rumble and crack with cannon-like blasts, reminding us of all those who have fought for our freedoms and fought for peace, who have dreamed and toiled for life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.

Happy Birthday America. May you have many, many, many more.

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June 21, 2010 In art, creativity, design, inspiration By Patricia Saxton

Week 43: "52 Weeks of Peace"

We’re down to the last 10 weeks of “52”… hard to believe! It’s gone by so quickly. Hopefully it’s been as fun, and in some ways enriching, for you as it has been for me.  But we’re not done yet, so please enjoy the countdown to 52!

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Summertime. The weather’s hot. The sun is high overhead, gardens are bursting and most people think about of ways to cool off … pools, sprinklers, lakes, oceans, and streams take center stage.

Being near the coast, my mind gravitates to the sea; its grandness, its wonder and its gifts. And one of those gifts, so simply and exquisitely designed… seems to perfectly carry the message of peace and good will; a message worth remembering as life’s waves alternately cleanse, toss and tumble us about …

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June 14, 2010 In art, creativity By Patricia Saxton

Week 42: "52 Weeks of Peace"

Recipe for a yummy breakfast …

2 chocolate chip waffles, 2 slaps of butter, 1 generous slathering of maple syrup, 1 large handful blueberries, 1 scoop raspberries, 1 dollop of peace. (whipped cream optional.)

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