an artists life

Newspaper Article

A few weeks ago, I was contacted by a local newspaper looking to do an article…
What is the Definition of a Portrait?

Flower Portraits? Why Yes, I Do That Too… If you’re familiar with my work, you would…
The Artist and the Writer

As some of you know, my husband’s “hobby” has been writing. It’s been laying dormant for…
An Old Portrait and an Older Portrait

Oops! I totally forgot that I meant to post a charcoal portrait of my daughter…
A Time for Celebration and Remembrance

Picture of Anna before school today Happy birthday to my daughter! She’s 6 today! She’s excited,…
Excuses, Excuses (or why I haven’t painted lately)

This wasn’t going to be its own post, but instead a short list of excuses within…
What I Did on My Vacation

Some of you are aware that I have a full time job that is NOT related…
The Search for Art Festival Supplies: Part I

A few weeks ago I went supply shopping for art shows and festivals. I already had…
Pastel Workshop

I went to a pastel workshop this morning taught by local pastel artist Bill Gramley. I…