Save the Date! OPEN STUDIO
I am very excited to invite you to my studio and offer you an opportunity to purchase some original art before it goes to the High Desert Museum art sale. This is the first year for me to be a … Continued
Story, Rhythm and Life
Stories are a powerful thing. Everyone has a story, and most people like to tell their story! I am not necessarily one of those people. Most of you most likely don’t know my story. I grew up in a home … Continued
Life Changes
April and May were very busy months for me. I did a school wide residency at Juniper Elementary in April. In May I was at Lynch school working with the K-2nd grades. I love teaching art in the schools. It … Continued
Matisse meets Rex Ray
My husband calls me his 8 year old. I love to play! Especially in my studio. I also love the stories and artwork of those who have gone before me. Georgia O’Keeffe says her earliest memory is as an infant … Continued
Reflections
As many of you know I am a person of faith. I spend time meditating and reading, mostly in Gods word, but sometimes on other things too. This new series of work that I will be creating over the next … Continued
Living in His Shadow.
Being an artist and a believer in God are very similar in many ways. That’s a loaded statement to make in the ‘church’. I know many artists who are believers and who have encountered comments like; you can’t do that … Continued
Abundant Mindset: I can do all things
We all know that our mind is a powerful thing. We are wonderfully and fearfully made. But how many of us really believe it? How many of us walk in it? We can have so much more control over our … Continued
Three in one: Body, Soul and Spirit
The last few months I have been studying and reading on the idea of our body, soul and spirit. Most of us don’t even think about it, I usually don’t. These last few months, the idea has been coming up … Continued
There is Peace in the Storms
This painting has history, just like we do. I started it about 3 years ago, and like some journeys, it was a long arduous one. I think many of you can relate to this. The title reflects the process, but … Continued
I’ll be GLAD when….
I hear people say this all the time. “I’ll be glad when this is over. or, I’ll be glad when I get that new job, or, I’ll be glad…what ever problem I am having is gone!” Ya we have all … Continued
Can an Under Painting Stand alone as a Finished Artwork?
For the last month I have been working on paintings that are inspired from my trip to Fiji. A few weeks ago I posted a short on You Tube and asked a question about my under painting. I was surprised … Continued
Art can Challenge our Thinking
There are many things I love about art. Visual to performance, art has a way of enriching and changing our life. If we create or just partake in the art process, we are touched by it. It can move us … Continued
Cultural differences explored through Art
Art has the unique ability to bridge cultural divides, and foster understanding and empathy among students from different backgrounds. Through art, students can explore diverse cultural traditions and historical contexts. Artistic expression often becomes a powerful catalyst for social change, … Continued
Art can Empower
Creating art can be an empowering experience, as it allows individuals to take control of their emotions and experiences. By creating something meaningful, individuals may feel a sense of accomplishment and pride in their work. I can’t tell you how … Continued
Art as Therapy
Creating art can be a powerful form of therapy as it can help individuals express their thoughts and emotions in a non-verbal way. As a classroom teacher for many years I have seen the power of Art in many of … Continued