Pretty Papers
Whenever I find myself with leftover acrylic paint on the palette, I pull out my sketchbook where I have pages of lists, notes, and scribbled ideas. I pull out the old ones I don’t need anymore and start coating them … Continued
Paper Love
Sometimes I don’t know which I love more; making art, or just gazing at the art materials! This week I got an order of one of my favorite supplies… beautiful handcrafted papers! A whole box of lovely patterns, colors, and … Continued
Fisherman’s Daughter
Continuing on with my Regal Women series, this woman lives on the coast… a New England State I believe, and has made friends with the local animal life. Might be a bit tough for her since she is the daughter … Continued
The Art of Lester Raymer
Earlier this week I shared the general studio area and grounds of the Red Barn Studio and Museum. Today, I would like to share a small sampling of Lester Raymer’s works. Raymer was born in 1907, and worked as an … Continued
The Red Barn Studio and Grounds
I was privileged to spend most of last week as the artist in residence at the Red Barn Studio in Lindsborg, Kansas. This is the preserved home and studio of the late Lester Raymer. I will share a sampling … Continued
Mr. Fancy Feathers
This is a very fun dimensional piece on an 18 x 24 wood cradle board panel. I first created the rooster separately and did a bit of machine stitching on the mix of batik fabrics, papers, and cheesecloth that make … Continued
In my Art Journal….
It is hard for me to pass up opportunities, especially ones that sound really fun, ….or really lucrative! So this art journal page is a reminder to myself that I don’t need to be doing everything… it is okay to … Continued
“Adventuring”
Yesterday I took a day off and went on an “adventure ” with a friend. We knew that we were going to the Wichita area, but didn’t have much planned other than that. So refreshing to have a carefree day! … Continued
The Artist’s Mind
Don’t lose sight of that which you love. More importantly, don’t let life take you out of tune to your source of creativity. An artist’s mind never rests, for everything they see, experience and taste pours over into their vision. … Continued