Sandhill Plum Picking
Sometimes I get to take part in the sweetest stories! I feel so honored when my art gets to play a small part in making a wedding special, or in making a sweet memory when someone has passed on, or in … Continued
Using Derwent Inktense pencils
A few years ago I discovered the Derwent Inktense pencil and immediately fell in love with their versatility. They work much like a watercolor pencil, but lay down ink instead of watercolor. The color is much more intense, and permanent … Continued
Mr. Rooster
Watching the rooster of my daughter and son-in-law’s brood of chickens gave me a good chuckle. Strutting around with his chest thrust forward and almost a swagger to his step, I realized there is a lot of personality in these … Continued
Market Day
Every Thursday evening, a nearby small town has the Arlington Farm and Art Market. It is chock full of local flavor and small town fun. It is much more laid back than any other show I do, actually being kind … Continued
on Changing the World…by Margaret Mead
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” Margaret Mead Don’t like something going on in the world? Instead of grumbling, see if you can … Continued
Stencil Cutting
I use a lot of stencils in my artwork, so I have been wanting to make some new ones with designs specifically suited to my needs. On recent car trips I spent some time sketching ideas. Once back home, I … Continued
Organic Mechanics
My fascination with trees continues…. This one, “Organic Mechanics” is my tribute to the wondrous inner workings of all living things. I used a gear stencil on both the background and trunk of this tree. The background color is in … Continued
The Opportunity of Freedom
“May we think of freedom, not as the right to do as we please, but as the opportunity to do what is right.” Peter Marshall
A Progression of Trees
Trees have always been a favorite subject mater for me. Our rural home has many 100+ year old trees, and their stately steadfastness inspires me. They are always reaching upward, always growing, always blooming again after the another season of … Continued