This series of eight sessions is a journey through some of my favorite mixed media products, tools, and techniques. We will travel through those in this four day workshop, culminating with pulling it all together in a final project on … Continued
These encaustic beetles are one of the funnest projects that I have done. They involve paint, papers, and fabric all covered with wax, amber shellac, and a little fire! I am excited about bringing this project to Dillon Nature Center … Continued
Today I delivered Rise and Shine to Carriage Factory Gallery in Newton, KS for their upcoming “Kansas through the eyes of the Artist” show which will feature art by 34 different artisits. I am pleased to have this piece and … Continued
Some wintery woods with a Super Moon looking on, and a tiny little cardinal perched on a branch. Trees made from my stash of vintage papers (thank you Kim!). I especially love the handwritten bits! Original measures 10 x 20 … Continued
Use encaustic techniques to create this mixed media beetle on a cradled wood panel. You could also opt to do a butterfly, or othere subject of your choice. We will use paint, collage, wax, a paint stick, shellac, and torching … Continued
Mixing collage with paint is one of my favorite art techniques. “Lady Liberty” has a painted background and face, using acrylics, Shiva paintstiks, and oil pastels. Her dress, hair, and crown are made with collage. She kind of looks like … Continued
I am privileged to be involved in an intimate and delightful show in a private home in a secluded, woodsy location. The home has been dubbed Studio in the Woods, and over the years has been home to all kinds … Continued
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
“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
