Welcome to Saturday Night Live Art Shows. The energy of this collection is about transformation, which starts with releasing the old, to create fresh ground to plant new seeds of what we want in life. This art has the energy within it to inspire you take the reins whole-heartedly to make it happen…. not just a little bit, but really go for it. Each week I show an example in the same room of how you can easily change the look and feel of the room with different art from this collection, and paint Read more […]
Author: Mary Ann Benoit
President- Northern Lights Home Staging and Design
Owner- Arctic Paradise Bed and Breakfast
Artist- Stained Glass, Jewelry and Alcohol Ink Art
Wildlife Biologist
Director- Kaleido World Percussion and Dance Company
Director- Tavus Dance Company of Alaska
Lover of music, art, dance and animals.
“Clear the Decks #4” -Energy Art and Interior Design
Welcome to Saturday Night Live Art Shows. The energy of this collection is about transformation, which starts with releasing the old, to create fresh ground to plant new seeds of what we want in life. This art has the energy within it to inspire you take the reins whole-heartedly to make it happen…. not just a little bit, but really go for it. Each week I show an example in the same room of how you can easily change the look and feel of the room with different art from this collection, and Read more […]
“Clear the Decks” -Energy Art and Interior Design
Welcome to Saturday Night Live Art Shows. The energy of the new moon recently brought in the energy of “clearing the decks” or releasing the old, to create fresh ground to plant new seeds of what we want in life. It is time to take the reins whole-heartedly to make it happen…. not just a little bit, but really go for it. That energy inspired this art for you to be inspired by and to attract your own transformation anytime you are ready.See an example of how you could use it in your space Read more […]
“Intuition” Energy Art and Interior Design- What can we learn and attact from the Barn Owl.
Welcome to Saturday Night Live Art Shows! I am excited to share “Intuition”, a fractal art/AI collage highlighting animal wisdom, and the lessons animals can teach us if we just listen. Use this art in your space to enhance your inner voice and personal growth. This art is also in my new oracle card deck “Messages from the Animals” with an emphasis on Alaskan wildlife and the energy I experienced first hand with them. Owls are known for their ability to see and hear things that are not immediately Read more […]
Detached Garage Offices: A Startup Strategy for Boosting Productivity and Scalability
When it comes to startup success, optimizing for productivity is key. While co-working spaces and conventional offices have their merits, entrepreneurs are now looking for more flexible and cost-effective solutions. In a quest for this, a detached home office, specifically in the form of a detached garage, has emerged as a viable alternative. This structure is not only affordable but also customizable, making it perfect for fledgling companies.Courtesy of Northern Lights Home Staging & Design, Read more […]
Revolutionizing Your Life with Downsizing: A Path to Simplicity and Freedom
In today’s fast-paced world, the allure of a simpler, more efficient lifestyle is growing ever stronger. Downsizing your living space is not just a trend but a strategic move towards a more liberated and fulfilling life. With a focus on reducing clutter, financial burdens, and maintenance responsibilities, downsizing presents a unique opportunity to redefine your living standards and priorities. Here are some tips from Mary Ann Benoit to get you started.Save Financially Imagine the relief and freedom Read more […]
Saturday Night Live Art Shows- “Adaptability” – What we can learn from an Arctic Fox
Welcome to Saturday Night Live Art Shows!I am excited to share “Adaptability”, the first in a new series of art on animal wisdom, and lessons animals can teach us if we just listen. I will use the art from this series in a new oracle card deck, “Messages from the Animals”, with an emphasis on Alaskan wildlife.All the art will be of animals I have had experience with in the wild, experiencing their energy first hand. I’ll combine that knowledge with other things I have learned about their spiritual Read more […]
Green and Clean: Eco-Friendly Tips for Decluttering Your Home
The drive to create a clean, organized living space can often result in significant waste. Fortunately, decluttering your home doesn’t have to mean contributing to landfill overload. This article from Northern Lights Staging and Design aims to give you a roadmap for making eco-conscious choices as you clean up, declutter, and reorganize. In doing so, you can contribute to environmental sustainability while enjoying the benefits of the positive energy of a more organized and harmonious home. Repair Read more […]
A Message From The Animals – Energy Art Oracle Card Deck
A Message From The Animals oracle card deck showcases energy art that taps into powerful ideas to enrich your life. This art offers relaxation, healing, and inspiration, acting as a guide for personal growth and alignment, and as a design foundation for creating your perfect space. Each piece I make feels like it holds a message—sometimes for me, often for others. They’re like oracle cards, blending beauty with insights.I’ve recently published a new digital oracle card deck on Deckible,called Read more […]
Bring the Outdoors in with Interior Design
As humans, we want to be connected with nature and other living things such as people, animals, and plants because it makes us feel good. This longing for “connection” is called “biophilia”. There are numerous ways that we could use Interior Design to get that connection for a happier, healthier home including using natural materials, plants, animals, color, art, scents, and lighting. Some tips include” Bringing the outdoors “in” through the use of design, strategic window Read more […]