20
Jan
The crazy madness that is going on in the world, particularly here in the US, is often too much to contend with so I escape to my studio and lose myself in my art. ...
13
Jan
Four years ago my friend and I went on a cruise of the Adriatic Sea. I had always wanted to see that part of the world and the Balkans did not disappoint. We started...
02
Dec
"Impressionism is only direct sensation. All great painters were less or more impressionists. It is mainly a question of instinct." Claude Monet
Summary of Impressionism
Impressionism can be considered the first distinctly modern movement in painting. ...
25
Nov
Just because you're canvas is small doesn't mean you skimp on the detail or overall effect. I do a lot of small 6x6 paintings for one of my online websites and at first struggled...
21
Oct
Fall is in the air. A cool breeze, hot chocolate, scarves, sweaters, boots are at the the ready. With deep oranges, earthy greens and warm browns all around us creating a touch of autumn...
14
Oct
Once a year in September I open my studio to clients who would like a glimpse into how I do things. My studio itself is open for people to see as well as a...
30
Sep
As an artist we seem to keep moving in different directions. I, for one, am never satisfied with remaining static. A big part of developing as an artist is experimenting with different genres, palettes,...
23
Sep
Over the past few months I've been working on a series of paintings that have playful geometric shapes in an orderly, and not so orderly arrangement. I haven't really come up with a name...
16
Sep
Some years ago I was challenged by a designer with whom I was working to do some landscapes. He was interested in neutral soft colors which was a stretch for me since I do...
09
Sep
Just thought you would like to know .....Once a year I hold an "Open Studio" event at my studio in Jackson, Ca. This is happening Saturday and Sunday, Sept 14-15, 10-5
I am fortunate to...