Shazam do I have lots of thoughts around “of hands and work” today! Before I share, I invite new readers to check out this link. In said link, you can learn about the purpose of this post and blog. Why Of Hands and Work So, for the last week or so I have been preparing…
Here’s to walking, daydreaming, wandering around the bend. Why? I’ll share more in a minute. But first, I’ll welcome new readers and share the purpose of this blog. Transitions Welcome! Each year, I select a theme for my weekly paintings. This year’s theme is Transitions. I am expanding on last year’s theme. 2021’s theme was…
Why “Save the Date” gentle reader? Because I’m excited to share that I am having an art gallery opening on Friday, May 27, 2022. Consider this your virtual “save the date” postcard. Here are the details. Artist, Ellen Gamble and I are going to have our work on display starting Tuesday, May 17, 2022. Ellen’s…
Whoops! Why delightful details? Well, because you get a glimpse of the back of a painting in today’s blog post. I’ll share more information about this but first, let’s welcome new readers and share the purpose of this post and blog. Small Spaces Special Places Welcome new readers! Each year, I select a theme for…
In last week’s post, I describe my delight at the discovery of what now is this week’s usual suspects: kabocha squash and red pears. Oh la lah I am so excited to share some adventures in a new medium. But wait, dear reader, before I share all of that, let’s remind any new readers (welcome!)…
This alla prima painting, entitled Nothing to Hide, seemed like a perfect image as we careen towards Valentine’s Day this week. Why? Well, first there’s a red background in it. Second, there’s a lovely nude model who is sitting confidently. As I painted her, I felt as if she exuded a sense of self awareness…
How do you feel about turnip? I love turnip so much that I painted this visual “Ode to the Turnip.” Here’s what’s strange about this ode. I love the way turnips look. But, I’m afraid, dear reader, I do not like the way turnip tastes. I have never liked turnip’s taste. In fact, I especially…
Green apples remind me of apple pie and fall and cooler weather! You? I love how tangy they taste. There’s even a zingy but sweet aspect to their flavor, don’t you think? Well, here we are with the fourth posting in 2020 as part of a series called Favorite Things. I love thinking about that…
What soothes a cool winter night? Mighty butternut squash, of course! I confess I have not always been a huge fan of this winter vegetable. But, recently, my older sister sent me a fantastic recipe called Moroccan Butternut Squash and Chickpea Stew. Oh my gosh, the stew is delicious, quick and hearty. But wait, this…
Location: Philadelphia, PA aka The City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection Greetings! For the past 5 years, my husband, David, and I have been living in Philadelphia. I got accepted into art school here in Philly and we were both up for an adventure. As we stare down the end of our living options…
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