Sometimes I start a painting, and then life gets in the way. This painting began with a photo I took at Hotel Kabuki in San Francisco almost 15 years ago. I loved the peacefulness of the garden there, even in the midst of a bustling city. A few years later, I started a painting of… read more
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Painting through Uncertainty
Waking up to what is starting to feel like a real-life replay of Groundhog Day, it can be difficult to feel like doing much other than familiar, easy (and less than productive) activities. “A New Day” Pastel on Paper When the “stay home” orders began rolling out, we took a few days to just relax. Eventually,… read more
Keeping Your Creative Paths Well-Worn
It’s been a long, dry summer (and fall) until recently in Southern California. The muted golds and browns of the dead, dry weeds are now beginning to show hints of fresh green sprouts. Although the wet weather and change in color is a welcome sight, I know from my many years here in Fallbrook that… read more