First of all, Portugal actually makes Rome look flat. Once I understood that, the challenges became clear for a dedicated walker who wants to photograph and paint the spectacular views. Famously built on seven hills, Rome is filled with staircases and winding streets. Its relatively gradual inclines are nothing compared to Portugal’s hills, which rise almost straight up. Portuguese […]
There is something intriguing about the Latin-derived languages. I love traveling to places where they are spoken, like France, Spain, Portugal, Chile, Argentina and Italy. I usually find great food and architecture, friendly people, and inspiration galore for paintings. Perhaps you share my fascination with the places, sounds and tastes of what are called the romance languages. […]
This week a friend created a beautiful quilt and cited my paintings as her inspiration when she posted it on Facebook. I was surprised and honored to learn my seascape paintings – like this one – had provided the impetus for a stunning work of art by a very talented woman. She’s someone I worked with […]
It may seem odd to consider those subjects together, but humor me for a minute by following an admittedly convoluted train of thought. Last weekend we went kayaking under less than ideal conditions, into a strong current, with high winds. It would've been great for sailing, but we didn't have enough time, so kayaking it was – good exercise […]
The term curated has been appropriated recently by trendy shop owners, restauranteurs and others so that every collection of clothing, jewelry, furniture or food is now “curated” just for you. Professional curators have degrees in art history to help them select art and determine how best to preserve, store and display objects. They can spend years putting together exhibits that involve […]
People visiting my exhibits often ask how I happen to be showing there. Research I did as a consultant revealed many artists sit in their studios hoping a curator or gallery owner will knock on their doors. Not very likely, for most of us, so I try to make my own luck rather than hope for a fairy godmother. This […]
People often ask how I create my paintings. Usually I take dozens of photos to soak up a feeling for a place and help me notice details. Then I work from multiple photos when I’m back in my studio, not copying one, but trying to remember and to show how it felt to be there. Every once […]
Welcome to my new website and blog. Collectors often ask what new images are available from my travels and where I’m exhibiting next. This will make it easier to share that information. You can also sign up to receive my blog posts, making you among the first to see new paintings and giving you first dibs on them! […]
