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Studio Play

It is essential for me to create time to play in the studio. To go into the studio with no plan, no perceived notion of what you want to work on, or even what medium you’re going to play with and have a great sense of awe. It is a time of no judgement orContinue reading "Studio Play"

Outside My Comfort Zone

Life continually remind us of those lessons we have yet to learn. I was recently reminded once again not to live life inside of my comfort zone. Our greatest triumphs and growth is found when we walk outside of our comfort zone and explore possibilities. I recently undertook a new project. It started as aContinue reading "Outside My Comfort Zone"

VITALITY UPCOMING EXHIBITION

VITALITY INTERNATIONAL ART EXHIBITION I am grateful and honored to be a part of the The Vitality International Art Exhibition for the month of September. The exhibition will be hosted at the UNT CoLab Gallery. The exhibition is hosted by Envision Arts and opens on September 1 with and open reception on Friday, September 2,Continue reading "VITALITY UPCOMING EXHIBITION"

The World of Color

What is color? How does it affect what we see? How does it effect our emotions? Color plays an essential part in not only the visual arts but in all aspects of life. Could you imagine a world or black, white and grey? Color transcends the ordinary into the extraordinary. Color is such an individualizedContinue reading "The World of Color"

Journey Into Bookbinding

I have been intrigued with bookbinding for quite some time. on my list of things to try for a while. It seems like a natural progression to where I am trying to go with my art and printmaking. This past summer I was able to take a few classes with the very talented Pam MacKeller.Continue reading "Journey Into Bookbinding"

Life is Crazy Good

As I go through the struggles and opportunities of my life, I can lose perspective on how good life really is, the value of the lessons we learn, and that we really aren't alone in our wants and desires. Everyone has them, we are just scared to share them, we hold back and keep ourContinue reading "Life is Crazy Good"

Solo Exhibition

I remember the first time I put my work on exhibit, it can be such a vulnerable place. So many thoughts went through my head: Will people like your work? Will it be rejected or criticized? I think all very human reactions to putting yourself out there. I have a different perspective these days. IContinue reading "Solo Exhibition"

Woodblock Adventures

I always enjoy my printmaking adventures. This past summer I had an amazing experience attending a workshop with Karen Kunc. I have admired her work since I first got interested in printmaking. I remember spending hours trying to deconstruction her work and figure out how she was able to do what she does with color.Continue reading "Woodblock Adventures"