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Natalie Buske Thomas

Artist sharing paintings, music, books and life

  • Guitar - Music - Painting

    Inspiration for Lighthouse Painting on Guitar

    June 12, 2026 - By Natalie Buske Thomas

    The post describes the author's struggles and progress in mastering the Bm chord while learning to play guitar. They express enjoyment in learning Casting Crown's songs, incorporating personal touches like a lighthouse design on a painted guitar. The author encourages others on the guitar journey, emphasizing the importance of practice…

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  • Art - Artist - Guitar - Painting

    Electric Guitar Painting – Lighthouse

    June 7, 2026 - By Natalie Buske Thomas

    The author paints on an electric guitar for her husband, inspired by a specific song from Casting Crowns. He requested a lighthouse design, which he loves. While the painting is complete, he now needs to learn to play it. The author plans to perform the song soon and wishes everyone…

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  • Christianity - Guitar - Music - Painting - Singing

    “Who am I”, learning to play Casting Crowns

    June 2, 2026 - By Natalie Buske Thomas

    Did you guess correctly that the white roses design (in my post from earlier today, the painting on my daughter’s pink electric guitar) was inspired by song lyrics from this Casting Crowns song “Who am I”? I hope you can see that my guitar playing is improving! Today’s practice involved…

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  • Art - Artist - Gardening - Guitar - Painting

    Painting on Electric Guitar – White Roses

    June 2, 2026 - By Natalie Buske Thomas

    Painting white roses on my daughter’s electric guitar – she wanted me to paint a design inspired by the “John F Kennedy” cut rose bushes that I planted in our front garden (they are very large and pretty when in bloom, and smell beautiful!). The song I’ll be playing next…

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  • Art - Artist - Guitar - Music - Painting - Singing

    “Desperado”, learning new guitar skills

    May 19, 2026 - By Natalie Buske Thomas

    Learning guitar adventures continue! Today I’m practicing a beginner version of the Eagle’s song “Desperado” that creeps into intermediate level a bit. The chords are familiar, but instead of chords appearing only at the beginning of a lyric (first level beginner), or every few words (second level beginner), the chords…

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  • Christianity - Faith - Guitar - Singing

    Singing & Guitar – “Homesick”

    May 14, 2026 - By Natalie Buske Thomas

    MercyMe's song "Homesick" evokes profound emotions about loss and hope for reunion with loved ones. The author shares personal struggles with grief and learning guitar, specifically challenging chords and the advantages of finger strumming over using a pick. This method fosters deeper emotional connection, despite some difficulties in speed and…

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  • Guitar - Music

    Come to “The Well”, Learning Guitar

    May 9, 2026 - By Natalie Buske Thomas

    "The Well" by Casting Crowns is a great beginner song that encourages players to use a capo and learn new chord positions, helping break reliance on visual cues. It offers opportunities to develop muscle memory, emotion in playing, strumming, dynamics, and engagement. Consistent practice is key to improvement.

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  • Art - Artist - Guitar - Painting

    Painting on Guitar, Lion and the Lamb

    May 9, 2026 - By Natalie Buske Thomas

    The content outlines the author's journey of learning guitar and painting designs on guitars. Inspired by the song "How Great is our God," the author incorporates lyrics into their artwork. They plan to share progress videos and new painted designs related to the songs they're practicing, encouraging subscriptions from viewers.

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  • Art - Christianity - Faith - Guitar - Painting

    “How Great is our God” & Painting on Guitars

    April 29, 2026 - By Natalie Buske Thomas

    The author shares their ongoing journey of learning guitar, highlighting "How Great is Our God" as a beginner-friendly song ideal for practicing strumming at various tempos. They emphasize relaxation with the music and hint at a painting inspired by the song’s lyrics while encouraging followers to subscribe for future updates.

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  • Art - Guitar - Painting

    Painting on a Guitar – Eagle and Wings!

    April 26, 2026 - By Natalie Buske Thomas

    The artist shares their first painting on a guitar inspired by the song "Wind Beneath my Wings." They reflect on their journey as a beginner guitarist while also recalling their painting experience with a ukulele. Despite challenges, they are determined to improve their skills and continue creating art on various…

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