“Roots and Roads #1” is the first in a new series of artwork that explores roots (where do we come from) and roads (where are we going). 2015 has been a year full of – let’s put it mildly – change. I’m in a bit of a lull (thank goodness) and now that I can […]
As I worked on the All Buttoned Up series, I got to thinking about thread. The thread in that series had to be hidden, so I wanted to do a series that focused on thread. As with that series, these are small postcard sized collages. Behind each collage is a piece of a wallpaper sample […]
Ah, my favorite show of the summer! I know I shouldn’t play favorites, but, hey, I can’t help it. This one is 2 blocks from my house, is packed with really cool artists, is always a great show for me, and the weather is terrific. What’s not to love?? This year, I have a new […]
When summer rolls around, I look forward to the local farmer’s market on Saturday mornings. Fresh produce, connecting with the people who grow it, and trying something new. It’s such a treat, both the products that are available and the experience of mindfully making selections. So different than racing through the aisles at the supermarket. […]
All Buttoned Up is a series of small abstract collages that include altered magazine pages, buttons, and thread. Some remind me of desert landscapes, others make me think of weathered walls and windows. And somehow #9 ended up completely different! But that’s ok. Buttons have been on my mind lately. I wanted to use some […]
This post is an observation – not directly art related – but indulge me if you will. This year has given me plenty of opportunities to sit in hospital rooms, keeping company of those who are in need of medical care. Two thoughts: 1. Hospitals are awful places. Even the best hospitals are loud, noisy, impersonal, […]
In honor of July’s blue moon, here is my version! I began with an idea based it on a tiny painting (ACEO* sized) that I did many, many years ago. The ACEO was an acrylic painting; this recent version is a collage. The original is pictured below; the larger version is to the right. I […]
I love looking at those really cool sketchbooks that some artists do. The ones with the ink drawings and bright splashes of watercolor. Usually, they’re scenes of exotic markets full of color, or dramatic cliffs along a coastline. Every time I see one of them, I think: “I need to draw more.” Yes, even as an abstract […]
Beginning July 23rd, I am offering a class in creative painting and collage. This is a 6-week session that will explore a different collage or painting technique each week. We’ll pull out all the stops and have plenty of fun! If you are new to mixed media art, this is a good way for you […]
Our Art Hop on July 10th is bound to be a blast! Our theme is “living art”, which means that many of our locations will be imitating famous artworks using real people. Dana and I have made a very large copy of Kandinsky’s Color Study and will turn it into an interactive event. How, you […]