Data: 36" x 36" Abstract now available

"Data" is a 36"x36" abstract interpretation of the digital age. This modern piece would be the perfect addition to a home office, living room or study. Visit my Etsy store to see it and other available works.

Gator: Huge Dramatic Abstract Now Available

This 48"x48" bold abstract lives up to its namesake! Dramatic in both size and technique, "Gator" could easily compliment that large, bare wall calling for decoration. Check it out on Etsy!

One Day Sale! Red Flowers in Grass 48"x24" Original Painting

Here's a chance to save $125 on an original piece of art. Check out Red Flowers in Grass on Etsy - on sale today only!

Poppies: An Adventure in Landscape

My latest painting came from an idea that I saw in a children's book. The colors and the gentleness of the scene is what compelled me to do a landscape - a first for me.

When I finished, my first thought was that this would look really good in my daughter's room! She didn't want to sell it but when I explained that another little girl might like it for her room, she wanted me to give it a try and put it in the online store. Go check it out on Etsy!

Unfinished business

I'm at a wall - can't turn left, can't turn right. These canvases are staring me down, but I'm drawing a blank. I know the inspiration will come to me...unfortunately, it takes its sweet time.

What unfinished projects - art or otherwise - do you have on the back burner, but you know you'll have to finish one day?

Not sure about the portrait orientation for the one above...I think I've painted myself into the proverbial corner.

And why did I make the background on this black?? And yes, the picture is crooked. So frustrated with the painting, it doesn't even bother me.

Red flowers in grass

It's hard to come up with unique names for paintings when you're finishing them at 2:30am and inhaling fumes. That reminds me, I really need a box fan for my painting space!

Let me know what you think of this one! You can also find it in my Etsy store.

Taking it from the top

It's fitting that my first blog post is about making some canvases. That's where it all starts for me. While I'm stretching the canvas across the frame, I'm already thinking about what to paint. Abstract...floral...nude (just kidding, Mom!).

I usually work on my canvases in batches. Since the equipment is loud, I don't want to wake the kids up at night. I reserve the quiet act of painting for the late evening/early morning hours. It's when my head is clear and there is no distraction. The ideas flow freely as I listen to music, or sometimes even an audio book.

When is your most creative time of day? When is your mind in that Zen-like state when you have some of your most inspired thoughts?