Other artist's sketchbooks and travel journals have always inspired me. They have such rich and interesting character to them and look like a lot of fun to do. One of the things I wanted to accomplish while visiting Costa Rica was to fill an entire sketch book with art and…
In late January 2015, my husband Shane and I left North America for the first time in our lives. We were looking for a much needed rest, a break from the great white north and all of the concerns that running 3 businesses entails. It was a better decision than we…
As you well know, this time of year is busy with all kinds of excellent distractions! we were among those that celebrated Christmas under the palms in Yuma Arizona with some of the family.
About 3 weeks ago I took a little trip to Golden Colorado, travelling for the first time on my own. The main purpose of the trip was to attend a seminar related to growing and maintaining my art business. It was hosted by Alyson B. Stanfield, whose advice I have…
I wondered why I had been so nervous before leaving. Turns out the travel gremlins were out to get me! Getting on a plane by my lonesome was not so easy for a newbie solo traveller such as my middle-aged self. Not being able to print a boarding pass at…
I am generally not the nervous type. Lately, though, there have been a few butterflies fluttering about. They say that this is a good thing. Trying something new is not unusual for me. In fact, it is rare that I follow any routine for very long. But this experience will be quite different…
Looking through the photos of my paintings, I noticed that many of them would never have come into being had I not taken the time to sneak away from the harvest hustle and bustle. Some of the photo references were taken as I took the scenic route home after getting parts for…