Iris was here
Playing around with older paint from four paint cans. It was gooey and thick, fun to stick my hands in. The edges were applied by hand and … Read more
Influence: Florals
Garden Collage
Inspired by the colors of fresh flowers from my garden, I used scraps and pieces to create my own interior garden. There’s a nod to Cape Cod … Read more
I’m so not so ugly
During a short, dark emotional time, I tried to create a revolting piece by using colors I thought would clash. Vented my anger by smooshing my brush … Read more
Finally Resolved
I began this piece in in February of 2022 and didn’t complete until November of 2023. It was older paint and very dark. I simply could not … Read more
Wimbo’s Flowers
Shortly after the passing of my 14 year old Rhodesian Ridgeback, Wimbo, I received one of most stunning flower arrangements from dear friends. The rolling of the … Read more
Daffodil Crocus
This was so fun, only working with two colors representing my flowering daffodils and crocus. The yellow paint was a little thick so I was able to … Read more
My wildflowers
One of my favorite photos of my wildflowers happens to be my phone wallpaper. It’s beautiful, bright, diverse and reminds me of nature’s ability to nurture the … Read more
Peony Petals
After my mother came off hospice, I wanted to create something new for her home. This piece was inspired by peony petals dropping from arrangements. Cut canvas … Read more
Christmas Peonies
A gorgeous arrangement of peonies around the holidays gave me the inspiration for this creation. The colors were applied in ladles and rolled out. I love this … Read more
Happy Birthday to Me
Birthday flowers from one of my favorite people. I focused in on three roses, one solid dark pink and two dusty rose with darker pink. I had … Read more
Decidedly Done for Now
My first year of delphiniums and their almost fluorescent color inspired this piece (as well as a blurred photo). Although it’s almost monochromatic, there is depth in … Read more
Orange is my Name
While walking with one of my dogs, came upon bright orange wildflower. The paint was older and thick; I applied it by hand and pulled it with … Read more
Wildflowers June ’22
Was picking flowers for my mother and a friend’s mother, some from my gardens and some from my wildflower garden. The wildflowers were so captivating I cut … Read more
Thanksgiving Roses
A beautiful bouquet from my father and his girlfriend for 2021 Thanksgiving. The flowers lasted about 3 weeks and kept inspiring me. Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to … Read more
Scent of Lilacs
Last lilacs of 2022 and trying to capture the essence of their aroma. Added some brighter greens and didn’t stir a purple so there would be more … Read more
Flowers for Me
Fun piece to create but it is not one of my favorites. The challenge with abstract art is that another person might love this piece, feel it … Read more