A Peek Inside the Studio
The artist’s studio – that place where all the magic of art creation happens. Or that place that looks like a color bomb exploded. Not all of us get a chance to pull back the curtain and watch an artist Read more…
Myth, Fairy Tale, or Dream?
Have you ever had a myth shattered? Some crazy idea that crumbled apart when confronted by the truth? Let me tell you my story. I know this sounds crazy but I decided to donate a painting to Habitat for Humanity. Read more…
Peace on Earth isn’t just for Christmas
“Peace on Earth”…no, I’m not starting to sing Christmas songs already. I’m a strict “not until after Thanksgiving” kind of girl. But in light of recent events there has been a lot of clamoring for peace. America seems more and more Read more…
Who is this mystery man?
Who is this mystery man? I don’t know who he is, I don’t know where he lives, I don’t know his name. But I do know where he came from. Well let’s just say this, I know where his photo Read more…
Small but Memorable
Art museums may not be high on your list of places to visit with small children. I can understand that. We’ve heard an annoyed “shhhhh” from more than one art museum docent in our years with small ones in tow. Read more…
Cluck, Cluck, Collecting
I love pallet knife painting and I love chickens! Fortunately for me I have a friend who loves collecting and appreciates both! Sunny, is the third rooster I’ve completed and she was fun. Sometimes it’s just a good idea to Read more…
The end…or is it the beginning?
The End. No, I’m not writing the blog post in reverse this week. But we have reached the end of my postings about my recent vacation of a lifetime. If you’ve missed the previous posts, you can catch up with Read more…
A wedding, a gift, and the fun of sunflowers
I’m starting to get an idea as to why Vincent Van Gogh did so many different sunflower paintings. Whenever people came into my studio they couldn’t wait to see the progress on the sunflower painting; this one trumped everything else I Read more…
The hike more traveled
When was the last time you went on a really great hike? Not a hike that was great because of the workout, or because of the time spent outdoors. I’m talking about a hike that challenged you physically while astounding Read more…
When is a dog not just a dog?
I am a dog person. Many of you will not remember the song, “How Much is that Doggie in the Window?” But, let’s acknowledge the fact that most of us wouldn’t sell our dog (or dogs) for anything. Ken and Read more…
