David Leffel tries to convey to me the art of being subtle. I think I’m beginning to understand… but I may need that lesson one more time. Comments Success Leave a Comment Name (required) Email…

I went to a used bookstore today. The proprietor that sat behind the counter had roamed the alleys for over 25 years. He knew every volume in the store. “Quirky existence,” I thought to myself.…

Oh…the deception of a pignoli nut cookie. I’m half Italian, and almost 50, and I’d never had this cookie. I almost passed it up, but for the urging of a cousin who had immediately rationed…

It rained last night. The dust had settled, but everything needed a good rinse. It was nice. I’ve made my way through most of the boxes and while there are still holes to fill, I…

(written the night before my move, but just found a moment to post it) I pack my boxes and busy myself, verbally repeating my excitement for things to come over and over in my mind.…

My last week in Idaho is being spent taking Carolyn Anersons workshop. She provides a different way of looking at things, dealing with shadows, loosing edges. Two days left. Monday brought this piece – Tuesday’s…

I had a great week at The Art Spirit Gallery in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho . Thank you to Steve Gibbs for having me once again. We’ll do it again next year. -Looking forward to seeing…

While I did the series of portriat sketches at The Art Spirit Gallery in CDA, Idaho, The Coeur d’Alene Press sent Maureen Dolan to do a story about what it would be like to sit…

I only have two to show today. The first, a great musician that played at my last reception when I was in Coeur d’Alene in March – Robby French. Super talented – and a real…

I made it to the gallery this morning with a low fat no-whip mocha,  but no breakfast.  Most of my morning was spent excitedly reading emails and advice from my fellow artists. Then I saw…