White Christmas
I’m discovering as an artist that it takes a certain amount (well, maybe a lot!) of courage to leave part of a painting alone when it’s appropriate to the image, and let the WHITE of the untouched paper have its … Keep reading here…
Tag Archives: #lifejourney
November’s Studio News
I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving with loved ones and were able to relax and reflect on Good Things – food is definitely one of those 🙂 ! I am beyond Thankful for all of you and your … Keep reading here…
Thankful
Yes, I know this time of year there are billions of posts about thankfulness – I didn’t want to be left out! Seriously, I’ve been cultivating a habit of gratitude over the years so it’s on my mind more than … Keep reading here…
Nature’s Draw
Fall is coming to an end here in Montana and I have an increased urgency to get outdoors for a fix of warm sunshine before winter sets in. While out and about, I’m reminded of all the things I love about nature. … Keep reading here…
Gophers in the Garden
Ambling out to my garden on a beautiful day to pick carrots, I found that something had beat me to it. I had an infestation of pocket gophers. Pocket gophers in Montana are cute, furry rodents you almost never … Keep reading here…
Hot Dogs In Paradise
Have you ever noticed how something ho-hum can become special in spectacular surroundings? Â How about the magic of consuming a humble hot dog while surrounded by stunning scenery? If you’re like me, you need to shake it … Keep reading here…
New Dreams
This week I read a great article called “The Luck Factor”. It is based on the book by the same name by UK psychologist Richard Wiseman. Professor Wiseman made some interesting discoveries about the role of luck in people’s … Keep reading here…
The Journey
A little time to scribble, play and plan brings my latest “must paint” to the surface. Â Funny how things come to me that way! This painting is intensely personal and has been very cathartic as I reflect on … Keep reading here…
Growing Through Life’s Cold Rains
Since starting my poppy series, I’ve enjoyed playing with different layouts and ideas. I’m drawn to the warm spectrum of colors, so I tend to avoid cool hues in the main subject. Indigo blue poppies that turned deep purple, then pink … Keep reading here…