Set In Stone, Your Solid Style

And finally claim your freedom!

"Find and align with your true calling. Because once you do, you become more of who you were meant to be".


With regards to finding your own true purpose, and passion, and being happy, in what you find. I've learnt from experience, that with all the uncertainty, which can surround us, in our daily lives, you do have the knowledge and know how, to begin creating your own certainty! One which you can rely on, and trust. Because you're the one who can finally determine, your own empowering, uplifting, and energetic direction, with more certainty, than you've given yourself credit for.....

I love this quote, came across it today, and contained in a book by John Mason ..

"Even a turtle doesn't get ahead, unless he sticks his neck out".....


And even though I'm no turtle, I believe, am almost very nearly there, and inching closer to 'getting ahead.

Initially, had set out on my quest, to fully embrace the freedom of independent living. And to create a lifestyle, which would allow me, to continue to do what I most enjoyed, while still making a living. Something which is so incredibly possible, it amazes me, why its taken so long, to not have realized it, several years before.

Never mind... Was able to finally get the ball rolling anyway, with the setting up of my various websites, which are now pretty much established, and by leveraging some of me artworks through into other more established platforms, and sites, for more exposure of my work, as well.
This has been very helpful, to my overall goals.

I find now, that there is, more welcome interaction, with visitors to my sites. As they leave encouraging comments, which inspires me to continue, with what I set out to do. It really is actions like those, from complete strangers, and from friends and family, which help in pursuing this life-path direction, for the long-term. And is very much appreciated.


Come see for yourself.

Tina Ink's Encouraging Blog Comments

And while you're in there, do check out the 'Inspired Fusion Art' gallery, as I've added a few more recent designs, at the very end of the scrolling.


My PURPOSE, for doing all of this

And there are very valid ones. Its for the Freedom!
Freedom of TIME
Freedom of LOCATION
Freedom of JUST BEING
Freedom of INSPIRATION

And for the ultimate happiness, satisfaction, and my own gratitude, which comes from knowing that, all of this hard work, focus, time and energy, is all worth it. As I'm doing what I love.....The journey, so far, has been really enlightening, and have learnt so much, along the way.
Of most importance is,... with all that I do, it will always give back to someone, somewhere, somehow, for their own life improvement, growth, and inspiration.


"Demonstrate an alternative way forward, by 'walking the talk'...& providing an example of something in action. For the better".


I know theres some distance to go yet, but at least, the effort has been made, and I didn't just talk about doing something....And no matter how long it takes, for any one of my projects to get off the ground....the fact that it eventually does, is all that matters.






My Latest Stone Piece, already in Frame

Just an update on Stoneline Creations.
When I thought of a title for this particular piece, I didn't have to wait long before it came to me. Based on its natural shape, and its solid form, and because working with stone helps me to appreciate the very ground we walk on, and to value the natural earth around us,...as our environment is rapidly changing....this is what I decided to call it.


For me, I LOVE being able to live through my ART.

And to express, through it, what I believe to be important. A Hand-crafted piece of original Artwork, carved in stone, and made by my hands. To remind us all, that the Earth, is indeed a sacred place. And to care for it now....

If you'd like to order a print, of this very image, then do click into the 'framed art, itself, where you can then navigate through, and choose from the various framing options for it.

** Art Gives Me Peace ** and life-long inspiration. I hope it can be that for you too.

Am also happy to announce the part-publishing of some of my other site, I've been working on, when time permitted.... I already have pages, with articles and graphics, yet to be finalized, in there, but, wanted to just share the beginnings of it here...

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Creative Foundation - Moving forward

First of all, Happy New Year to all. Its been several months now, since I've written, but just found myself incredibly busy with other matters, that took some priority. And with the festive season, not long past, that also was a very busy time, spent with family & friends.

For this year, I hope all will be well during these coming months ahead. And that things, especially in the economic front, will somehow settle - I'm not too sure 'how' - but, still I'm hopeful for the best for everyone.

Time to evaluate what ever plans we have in place, for this year, and thoroughly see them through, and to 'tick all the boxes' as we go, in achieving our goals.
I know for myself, I've managed to tick the box of 'health & fitness' & to a large degree, weight-loss, even. So I'm pleased to maintain that goal, & having kept the weight off successfully and become more active in fitness, and made better food choices, along the way.

Another thing I'm pleased about is the launching of my much anticipated website....In my last posts, I'd mentioned about 1 or 2 sites I was preparing to launch, but with time restraints and other priorities, wasn't able to get them off the ground then.....but, am finally happy to have completed one of them, at least, just this week.

Alot of effort, time & planning was put into the creation of this site, but, when you have your mind set on something, then its definately possible to make it happen!

Heres the link below. Please do check it out. Its not only a retrospective look at what I'd already created, these past years, but, also serves as an honest statement of who I am, as a Creative Artist, and how I'd like to continue on, in this particular journey.

Click this link below, to check out the gallery:
** Tina Aiono Art **

This year, I plan to establish, more firmly, the businesses which are already beginning to take shape, and create the awareness necessary to gain them momentum. With several other ventures in the cards, its looking to be a very busy year ahead, but am really looking forward to the challenge.

It definately takes time and effort to set things up, exactly how you'd like, but, I believe its all worth it, eventually.


I hope you continue to follow me, on this journey.
Until next post. Take care, and I'll write again, soon.



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Creative Mindset

Boundless Creative Curiosity is what first led me to know Art. A place, where I can best express, and experience the world, in a way that is, the most Freeing
There, nothing limits what can be achieved. Its not based on limitations, and not bound by lack. Instead, this freedom allows ideas, intuition, and emotional journeys to form into creative fountains. To overflow where they may, quenching as they go, and coloured by the many moods, which carry them thousands of miles. To ones own, sense of Place, and to anothers own sense of Purpose. Finally to arrive at a sense of Peace. And to know everything's gonna be ok.

As a child growing up, I'm grateful to have known that freedom and understood it. That magic key to expression, unlocking an inquisitve mind into creative possibilities, with a chance to make things happen, when all else around served to control, conform, discipline, manage and maintain. It was the only thing which helped to preserve my spirit, stayed flexible and true, offered endless solace, kept me enthused, and guided me with hope, that all will be well. And at 13 years of age, I became an entrepreneur. A small achievement, I'll always be proud of. And it happened because I believed I could,  I trusted in the creative process, and delivered on my vision !

What inspired me, as a youngster, to create what I did, and to always think 'oustside the box' was because I looked at the world around me with a view to changing what I could, and understood clearly that it was very possible to accomplish that change. By keeping an open mind and staying tuned to the flow of a pure creative frequency, it allows for all things to become possible. Its much like being in a meditative state, or zone, in order to tap in to that source. Once you channel that vibe, there quite literally becomes nothing that you can't achieve. Its very awesome, and a great blessing.

As an adult, I am more inspired by the future, both in my art and in my music. And incorporate some motifs and designs within my work as acknowledgement of my cultural heritage. The music I play, and compose, is inspired by emotional experience, and is played on the accoustic or electric guitar. And a perfect example of not limiting what can be achieved, through creativity, is this: I taught myself an original piece of classical piano, having never played piano or had prior lessons ever in my life. Just sheer belief and determination, that it could be done, allowed for it to happen.


"My Random Original Piano Composition" Take a Look!

This, way of being, has extended into other areas of interest including general : Design, Fashion Design, Costume Construction, Hand-crafted Jewellery, Music & Lyric Composition, Poetry, Philosophy, Sculpture, Landscaping, Invention, and Business. There are links on this page to 2 projects I'm also working on, 'Stoneline Creations', and 'Michaneo Designs'. This is just a small indication of the huge influence creativity has, and how fully engaging it can be.

Also, Creativity principles are valuable elements to apply in any business setting. Not only do they share a similar dynamic essence, but they are also compatible in core areas of function. Where Creativity seeks to express and manifest itself, so too, does Business. Also, business exists, to serve a greater purpose, of ultimate connection to others. This is true of Creativity, as well. And, in the right environment and circumstance, both the growth of either, is limitless.

The difference between Creativity and traditional Business is that, one is decisive and structured, and, the other is flexible and free-flowing. But, when you merge these elements together, you will likely end up with a highly energized, motivated, loyal and dynamic team of focused, creative business minds, whose production rate is 'off the charts' because the environment is an ideal hub of equal elemental balance. What a fantastic place to look forward to !

And so, in summary, keeping an open mind is a great way to start, in the process of creating. Ideas begin to inflow better when theres no mental traffic, to distract. Strong belief, also plays a crucial role, in making something entirely possible. Always visualise the desired outcome, then, make the steps happen, to move you forward, to connect sooner, with that future. It really is that simple.

I guess thats why kids make such great little creative inventors. Because their minds are still free enough with vivid imagination !


I hope this has been helpful.




Please, feel free to check out my Artwork in MICHANEO DESIGNS gallery :)

And theres also a Gallery for 'STONELINE CREATIONS' prints, posters, postcards, framed work, prints on canvass, and many more features. Feel free to check it out. READ NEXT POST::>>> ** I M A G I N E **