Crow Flow
This collage and paint piece on an 8 x 10 inch cradled wood panel was lots of fun to make. I did some finger painting, doodling, pasting and dripping. What a colorful little world this fellow ended up in! Tonight … Continued
Tell Your Story in Collage
Several months ago I visited the Red Barn Studio in Lindsborg, Kansas, home of artist Lester Raymer. I was very inspired by his eclectic body of work. One thing that especially attracted me were his shadowboxes. In these he used … Continued
Creativity is a Way of Operating
“Creativity is not a talent, it is a way of operating.” John Cleese I just finished this spread in my little junk journal last night. I am having so much fun art journaling these days. I make sure that I … Continued
Paper Mosaics
When I hear someone mention mosaics, I usually think about ceramic tiles or bits surrounded by grout like this table top I made from broken dishes. I love the idea of scraps and bits coming together to make something beautiful.. … Continued
“Foxy Mama”
“Foxy Mama” Once in awhile I catch a glimpse of a fox darting across our country road, or peering out from a row of weeds. I always feel privileged to spot one, though if I was raising chickens I might … Continued
This Week…
ice… which fortunately melted quickly! Seven more faces… Junk journal workshop prep… good reason to make a new journal right? Junk Journal play…. Fun with grandkids… new art… Lots of prep work for upcoming workshops… Dillon Nature … Continued
The Woodsman
I had a lot of fun with this 8 x 10 inch collage and paint on a cradled wood panel.The background is a sheet of Citra Solv altered paper on which I added collage and paint. This is an example … Continued
Shimmer and Shine
This months mixed media ART PARTS supply pack is a wintery, shimmery theme called Shimmer and Shine, full of all kinds of shine, sparkle, and bling. There are shiny metallic scrapbook papers, a blingy mesh, a glittery snowflake, fun trims … Continued
“Genius is merely a greater aptitude for patience. “
From my art journal…. “Genius is merely a greater aptitude for patience.” Comte de Buffon
Keeping Wichita
“Keeping Wichita” on 24 x 36 inch 1 1/2 inch deep stretched canvas. Available for sale at Tessera Fine Art Gallery in Wichita.