“Tropical Arch” is another piece from my Portals series. It takes a more literal view of the portals concept by depicting an archway. The scene is made of pieces of magazine images, tissue paper, maps, and some acrylic paint. I attached all the pieces to watercolor paper, then ran the whole thing through the sewing machine. […]
Portal 2 was inspired by Portal 1, a small acrylic painting for my Portals series. Larger, of course, and similar in layout and colors, it has more detail in the circular form. Photos of the painting as I was working on it are below. Title: Portal 2 Size: 16 x 20 inches on canvas Medium: […]
This painting was one of the first in my Portals series. Jan Noden and I made separate series of paintings and collages exploring the theme of portals: both real portals (gateways, arches, doorways) and imaginary (transitions, memories). This painting was of the more imaginary sort. Title: Portal 1 Size: 8 x 10 inches Medium: Acrylic […]
“New Orleans” is a collage inspired by a vacation to that city in 2014. Walking through the French Quarter, I ran across a wonderful building with a colorful first level contrasted against rough upper levels contrasted against bright blue shutters. In the sunlight, the effect was stunning. Later, walking along the river, I was taken […]
For the first time, I am pleased to have been accepted into Art by the Falls! Held in the heart of Chagrin Falls alongside the river, it’s a gorgeous spot for a festival. In addition to the art fair, there will be artist demos, raffles, music, and lots of food. Lots to see and do […]
The Ohio Collage Society’s 10th Annual Members Show opened April 2 during the Downtown Akron Art Walk, and will remain on display through April 30. You can see it at the Art Walls at 43 Furnace Street Gallery above Zeber-Martell Gallery in Akron’s Northside. About four dozen pieces of collage and assemblage art are on […]
Group Ten Gallery in Kent, Ohio is currently hosting their 3rd annual Regional Juried Show. With almost 50 artworks, the show is a really nice representation of art happening in this area. I was pleased to learn that both of my entries were accepted, and that “Going Forth” won Honorable Mention! My entries are both […]
I am looking forward to sharing my art with you in 2016! The year promises to bring a mix of gallery shows, outdoor art fairs, events. Keep an eye on this list, as I will add to it all year long as my schedule evolves. Art Classes: Check the calendar at Uncommon Art for the up-to-date […]
Yes, I’m still Life Needs Art. But, I have a new studio space and am sharing it with two other artists now. We’ve joined artistic forces to create a combined studio, gallery, classroom space that we’re calling Uncommon Art. Dana Giel-Ray (Bellabor Art Jewelry) and I have invited Shannon Casey (www.shannoncaseystudio.com) to join us in this […]
And now for something different! Before I begin a new collage, I will often paint papers in bright colorful patterns, so that I can tear them up into pieces to use in the collage. I also hoard collect other interesting papers: old maps, books, handmade papers, and the like. These papers are really fascinating! Sometimes I […]