Pivot, The Art of Change
In December of 2021, our family went through a huge change with the long-in-coming death of my husband. Shock, numbness and confusion was...
Great Expectations
My daughter treated me to a family evening at the Stage Theater in San Jose, CA, to share an experience of the talented acting ensemble...
Sunday, Sunday
Good morning! A quiet moment before I jump into my day. I haven't been writing lately. Life, y'know. I'm not alone. As we all find our...
I Forgot How to Paint!
There is this idea that when an artist begins a painting, they know exactly what to do. Sometimes that is true. But very often,...
Creative Blocks
This morning, I am reflecting on last week’s work in the studio. I have been working on a “water” series; there are 7 pieces in this...
An Artist's Voice
I am writing today. . . reflecting on artist, Nicholas Wilton’s vlog a few weeks ago about the dilemma of attempting to convey a message...
Chaos and Change
Over and over, I notice the parallels of the practice of making original art with personal growth in the therapeutic arena. In my role as...
Happy Halloweeny Genie!
I've been working with Bay Area Artist Nicholas Wilton in a variety of online workshops aimed at assisting artists at all stages of...
How Art Reflects Our Lives
It’s beautifully personal!