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COLOR PALETTES INSPIRED BY THE ART OF VINCENT VAN GOGH

6/2/2018

"The more I think about it, the more I realize
there is nothing more artistic than to love others."
- Vincent van Gogh

Thoughtful and eloquent, Vincent van Gogh created approximately 900 paintings during a 10 year period. His use of rich and vibrant colors provide inspiration for bright color palettes that work well for almost any event.

Still Life - Vase with Twelve Sunflowers, 1889

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Reflections on my 20 Year College Reunion

5/24/2018

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Reflections on my 20 year college reunion

Thoughts and ruminations on
my 20 year college reunion

A week ago, I was in Atlanta for my 20 year college reunion. It was spiritually uplifting, emotionally recharging, and tons of fun. In a stream of random thoughts, these are my reflections:

The Spelman Sisterhood is real. It is inspiring and humbling to be part of something so extraordinary. It is such an amazing blessing.

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Nifty Gift Ideas for Mother's Day

4/18/2018

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Cool and Creative Gifts for Mom

With Mother's Day quickly approaching, here are 17 gift ideas ranging in price from $10 - $800.

Reiko Renee Flower Power Art Print
$10 - $20

Image via etsy.com

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Color palettes inspired by the art of Georgia O'Keeffe

4/6/2018

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I found I could say things with color and shapes that I couldn't say any other way - things I had no words for.
-Georgia O'Keeffe

Color inspiration for your next event :
Color palettes inspired by the art of Georgia O'Keeffe

Georgia O'Keeffe is an American artist known for her paintings of flowers, bones, shells, stones, leaves, trees, mountains, and other natural forms. Her expressionist paintings are full of beautiful, vibrant colors inspired by nature. O'Keeffe's artwork serves as inspiration for wonderfully Spring-y color palettes that are ideal for garden parties, weddings, baby showers, birthday parties, picnics, and a variety of festive alfresco celebrations.

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Study Tips for the CMP and CGMP Exams

3/21/2018

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Useful CMP and CGMP Exam Prep Study Strategies

I recently earned the CGMP (Certified Government Meeting Professional) designation and while everything is still fresh, I'd like to share some exam preparation tips that proved helpful. I used the same strategies that were useful when I passed the CMP (Certified Meeting Professional) exam in 2016. The two exams are very different. For the CMP exam, you can choose the self-study route, an in-person study group, or an online study course. The CMP exam is computer-based taken at a Prometric testing site and you learn if you passed immediately. With the CGMP exam, you participate in a 3 day class and take a paper exam on the 4th day. You learn if you passed within a week after the exam.

The following tips are based on the strategies I used when preparing for both exams:

Know your learning style
Some people are visual learners, others learn better by listening. If you're unsure about your learning style, this quiz may help. Once you know your learning style, study accordingly. I’m a visual learner so I used colorful pens and highlighters when taking notes which made recalling information easier.

Focus on weak subjects
Through practice questions and review of topics, you should be able to determine areas where you don’t have a solid grasp. Focus on those, particularly if you’re short on study time. This approach helps you to use your time and energy efficiently.

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REIKO RENEE BLOG

COLOR PALETTES INSPIRED BY THE ART OF VINCENT VAN GOGH

"The more I think about it, the more I realize
there is nothing more artistic than to love others."
- Vincent van Gogh

Reflections on my 20 Year College Reunion

Thoughts and ruminations on
my 20 year college reunion

Nifty Gift Ideas for Mother's Day

Cool and Creative Gifts for Mom

Reiko Renee Flower Power Art Print
$10 - $20

Color palettes inspired by the art of Georgia O'Keeffe

I found I could say things with color and shapes that I couldn't say any other way - things I had no words for.
-Georgia O'Keeffe

Study Tips for the CMP and CGMP Exams

Useful CMP and CGMP Exam Prep Study Strategies

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REIKO RENEE BLOG

COLOR PALETTES INSPIRED BY THE ART OF VINCENT VAN GOGH

"The more I think about it, the more I realize there is nothing more artistic than to love others."- Vincent van Gogh

Reflections on my 20 Year College Reunion

Thoughts and ruminations on​my 20 year college reunion

Nifty Gift Ideas for Mother's Day

Cool and Creative Gifts for Mom

​Reiko Renee Flower Power Art Print​$10 - $20

Color palettes inspired by the art of Georgia O'Keeffe

I found I could say things with color and shapes that I couldn't say any other way - things I had no words for.-Georgia O'Keeffe

Study Tips for the CMP and CGMP Exams

Useful CMP and CGMP Exam Prep Study Strategies

about

archives

"The more I think about it, the more I realize
there is nothing more artistic than to love others."
- Vincent van Gogh

Thoughts and ruminations on
my 20 year college reunion

Reiko Renee Flower Power Art Print
$10 - $20

I found I could say things with color and shapes that I couldn't say any other way - things I had no words for.
-Georgia O'Keeffe