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LATEST ARTICLES ( 460 )

• Lotus Pond VII

  

  Here is Lotus Pond VII, a departure from my other multi-panel Lotus paintings in that it is arranged vertically. It would be perfect on any wall that is narrow... Read more

  Posted on 05 June 2011 ART & DESIGN, CREATIVITY

• Bird Teasing

  

  I just received this hilarious anecdote from the manager at one of my galleries and thought I’d share: Cedar, Just thought you should know: I have your... Read more

  Posted on 26 May 2011 ART & DESIGN, CREATIVITY, SELF EXPRESSION

• Forest Sunbeams

  

  Just finished this painting: Forest Sunbeams! 20 x 16″, Oil on Canvas Here is a close-up to show the detail of the sunlight breaking around the edges of... Read more

  Posted on 21 May 2011 ART & DESIGN, CREATIVITY, SELF EXPRESSION

• Lotus Pond VI

  

  Out of the 45 paintings I’ve discounted for my Nesting Sale, 25 are already sold! As I have been at many moments in the past several years, I am now blown away... Read more

  Posted on 18 May 2011 ART & DESIGN, CREATIVITY, SELF EXPRESSION

• Eclipse II

  

  After my last eclipse painting, I decided I had to explore eclipses further–such a dramatic, awe-inspiring subject! Here is Eclipse II, Oil on Canvas, the... Read more

  Posted on 10 May 2011 ART & DESIGN

• New Lotus Art

  

  I am working non-stop preparing for the big Open Studio I’ll be hosting next month. It’s going to be a fun event–wine, cheese, art exhibit and sale–the works! Read more

  Posted on 04 May 2011 ART & DESIGN, CREATIVITY

• Eclipse

  

  Here’s one more in the Cosmic Dance series. I’ve been wanting to paint a solar eclipse for a long time! Eclipse 30 x 30″, Oil on Canvas I chose an... Read more

  Posted on 18 April 2011 CREATIVITY, SELF EXPRESSION

• 2011 Garden Beginnings

  

  My garden always inspires me and this year is no exception. It’s interesting how something as simple as getting my hands dirty can make me feel more connected t... Read more

  Posted on 14 April 2011 GARDENING, HOME

• Stardust

  

  My newest painting is whimsical, romantic, and beautiful. Stardust 30 x 30″, Oil on Canvas Hazy reflective clouds of stardust are scattered across the... Read more

  Posted on 04 April 2011 ART & DESIGN, CREATIVITY, CULTURE, SELF EXPRESSION

• Stellar Inferno

  

  Here’s my newest work in the Cosmic Dance Series. I really love it! Stellar Inferno 36 x 42″, Oil on Canvas Yes, the colors really are this intense in rea... Read more

  Posted on 26 March 2011 ART & DESIGN, CREATIVITY, CULTURE, SELF EXPRESSION

• 6 Ways to Live a Creative Life

  

  When friends tell me they’re amazed at how creatively I live my life, I am always flattered but baffled, as I’m a busy WAHM*, I don’t sleep enough, and there’s... Read more

  Posted on 04 March 2011 CULTURE

• Lotus Pond V

  

  Going outside today to enjoy the (finally!) non-freezing temperatures! But first, a small new Lotus triptych for you. Lotus Pond V Oil on Canvas, 10″ x... Read more

  Posted on 27 February 2011 CULTURE

• Ascension

  

  Thanks to all who have ordered sunflower magnets so far. I’m happy to report that I’m all caught up on shipments so if you’ve ordered magnets, you’ll get them... Read more

  Posted on 21 February 2011 CULTURE

• Getcha Sunflower Magnets!

  

  Sunflower Magnet 4-Pack These 2″ square button magnets are sturdy, cheerful and colorful–perfect for attaching notes to your fridge. Your kids will love... Read more

  Posted on 16 February 2011 CULTURE

• Only on the Paper!!

  

  Happy Valentine’s Day! If you haven’t seen it, here’s my most Valentine-themed painting, “Love is in the Trees.” I am certainly a lucky lady with many great... Read more

  Posted on 14 February 2011 CULTURE

• On Defense

  

  I want to share this brief excerpt from page 33 of the book 365 Tao: Daily Meditations: Demons who enter your circle must be pushed out. Read more

  Posted on 05 February 2011 CULTURE

• Lotus Pond IV

  

  Here is my newest Lotus triptych! It’s oil colors on 3 separate canvases.  Each canvas is 12″ x 9″, for a total size of 12″ x 27″. ... Read more

  Posted on 29 January 2011 CULTURE

• How To Fold Canvas Corners

  I made this video to show people how I fold the corners of my canvases when stretching my own. This is obviously geared towards people who are teaching... Read more

  Posted on 24 January 2011 CULTURE

• Updated Artist Bio

  

  I just re-wrote the bio page on my website, which I think is a good thing for every artist to try to do about once a year. After all, it is the quickest way... Read more

  Posted on 16 January 2011 CULTURE

• Who Are You?

  I’m always curious about who is out there reading my words. Blog stats are just numbers and don’t tell me anything about the actual people who found their way... Read more

  Posted on 15 January 2011 CULTURE