One-Day Boot Camp For One

I was feeling the need to recharge my painting batteries, so I put together a one day painting boot camp for one. I did a series of studies each focusing on some different aspect of painting. This tiny (4 x 4") painting is an example.

Earlier in the morning I had gone out to pick three figs for breakfast and came back in laden with twenty figs, two green peppers, lots of string beans, and a handful of these charming red peppers--small, but hot!

Show: Southern Appalachian Artist Guild National Juried Show

I am thrilled to say that three of my paintings were accepted into the 4th Annual Southern Appalachian Artist Guild National Juried Show. The exhibit will run from October 15 through November 12, 2011. The juror was John Cram of Asheville, North Carolina. The reception will be held at The Art Center Richard Low Evans Gallery at 410 West Main Street, Blue Ridge, Georgia. I plan on attending and would love to see you if you happen to be in the vicinity!


Here's a photo of the three mystery paintings about to embark on their journey to the show!

A Great Time Was Had By All!

What a wonderful wedding my brother had in Austin!  His lovely bride is from Romania; she is a portrait painter's dream.  I am so fortunate to acquire a new sister and am beside myself with joy!  

Show: Carriage House Gallery National Juried Exhibition

Daffodils & Willow Cup, 14 x 12",oil on linen

I was excited to receive word that my painting Daffodils and Willow Cup was juried into the Carriage House Gallery National Juried Exhibition sponsored by the Chicago-area Oak Park League of Oak Park, Illinois. The show runs from October 7 - November 18, 2011. Click here to view the invitation for this show.