In Loving Memory
I have been so priviliged to be commissioned to make a piece of art to commemorate the life of a loved one who has passed away. The one piece turned into two, and were a pleasure to work on. They … Continued
Sunflower Flow
“Sunflower Flow” 9 x 12 inch alcohol ink on freezer paper. I have been doing some preparing for an ink workshop, and reminding myself how fun it is to play around with alcohol inks! I mostly use them to make … Continued
Junk Journal Before and After Flipthrough
I have shared many of the completed pages out of my junk journal, but I thought it would be fun to share a flip through with you of before and after pages. Since the journal is made out of “found” … Continued
Experimental Art
One of my joys in art making is experimenting with new to me techniques and materials. “Survival”, on an 9 x 12 cradled wood panel is one of those experimental pieces. It started as a painting, to which I added … Continued
Through the Looking Glass
To create “Through the Looking Glass” I used a cabinet door that I purchased at a local Habitat for Humanity ReStore. I was attracted to the lovely pattern of the wood grain, and the arched opening for the center panel. … Continued
Sisterhood
The inspirtation for “Sisterhood” came from my own six girls. They are very diverse in height, weight, skin color, attitudes, interests, and temperament. Some were born to me and some arrived through adoption. Yet, they are all mine, and all … Continued
Delivery Day
“Delivery Day” 18 x 24 This piece is a mix of collage and paint, inspired by an old pickup I saw on a road trip, as well as the pigs and chickens on my daughter’s farm and the sunflowers all along … Continued
Seeing Red
I don’t know why I don’t do more cardinals,they are so cheery in their red feathers! I think it is because they always make me think of a Christmas card and snow scenes. My initial plan was to have the … Continued
In From the Field
Six (or is it seven?) years ago today one of my children got married. She went out and gathered fresh wild sunflowers for us to make into bouquets, corsages, and decorations. “In From the Field” is what our home looked … Continued
Blue Bonnet Belle joins Disaster Relief
I am offering up “Blue Bonnet Belle” for sale. 100% of the proceeds will go to the continuing disaster relief of our Texas friends. They still need our help! This is a great way to acquire a piece of art, AND … Continued