When I turned eighteen my parents gave me Dr. Seuss' 'Oh the Places You'll Go', and I am trying to live up to that. I have started filling out some Artist in Residency applications this past month, everywhere from Texas to Arctic Russia. There are two big reasons for my renewed interest in finding a residency. One: I am strongly influenced by my surroundings, as stylized and abstract as my work can be, it is definitely a direct reflection of what I see on a daily basis. In the last ten years I've gone from Virgin Marys to spirally swirls to delicate flowers to trout. Quite a range. Two: I have had the honor of getting to meet many of the residents that have visited Elsewhere Studios ,the art
It has been a busy and exciting summer. Our space at Second Story Studios is up and running and we are loving it! And I am so glad I have had a space to paint because I have 2 shows up within a 1 mile radius! There are 10 of my watercolor mosaic pieces on display at The Cirque. I had a wonderful opening reception and was very excited to have my in-laws and my aunt and uncle make the drive to be there for it. My dear friend, Annette, made me a beautiful rainbow cake, my parents sent flowers, so many friends showed up to support me and I got to wear a new dress. Pretty awesome night! The show will be on display through July 25th. Then just today, I hung a little show at the the Paonia Public L
