New Collection in the works! My watercolor collection which is coming along nicely. I can’t wait for you to see it! The paintings are inspired by the beach and the idea of “escapism,” something I originally learned from going to so many Jimmy Buffett concerts over the years. When I first heard his music I… Read More
COLORS OF SUMMER Today is the day I get to share ALL THE COLORS OF SUMMER in the “Endless Summer Blooms Collection”! I’m soooo sooo happy! Each painting in this collection captures what my heart most wants to express: the breathtaking nuances of nature, the quiet presence I feel being outdoors in my garden and… Read More
Endless Summer Blooms & the Language of Flowers Hello there my sweet friend, Is summer lingering in your heart like mine? Although I know it’s not possible I have been hoping for endless summer blooms in my garden. Since the flowers are getting sparse I have been savoring every last flower. This summer I had… Read More
How do you like to start your day? If you’re anything like me you appreciate the simple pleasure of coffee in the morning. It makes getting out of bed and leaving my snuggly kitties a little easier. Picking out a pretty mug is the first creative thing I do everyday. Do you have a favorite… Read More
The beginnings of paintings are my favorite part of the creative process. It’s a meditative practice that is loose and free and full of color. I have no expectation for myself other than to practice trusting my intuition. I have been layering a lot of white lately and love the contrast of the bright colors… Read More
I’ve been doing a little dreaming this morning, thinking about all the things I want to create this year (and in my lifetime). Some ideas are totally realistic, while others are so dreamy and big they scare me. I’m trying to not get bogged down in the details and “the cursed hows”. Instead I am… Read More
When was the last time you did something just for the pure joy it? As you may know I am a big fan of creating time for joy. Painting does this for me, but sometimes I need to totally clear my mind and like doing something crafty for my home, just for the fun of… Read More
This painting holds a lot of meaning for me. I started it before I moved into my new studio over a year and a half ago and only recently finished it. After my move I wasn’t in the same head space to return to it so it sat in my studio, waiting for that beautiful… Read More
A few years back my husband and I took a wine pairing class which we loved. It was SO fun! I mean who doesn’t love a class where you get to meet new friends, eat, drink and learn something new. Up until then I wasn’t too fussy about my wine. I pretty much bought red… Read More
Yay, it’s Jazzy June! Time to flip the calendar for SUMMER and get ready for the beach 🙂 I would love to share a little beach inspiration with you. Let me take you on a little virtual “walk” and share one of my favorite places, Bluff Point Beach with you. It’s the place that inspired this month’s… Read More
