"How in the world do you do what you do?" This is an interesting question I get either verbalized or emailed to me. I'm always surprised at the question. I wonder what it is they perceive I'm doing or accomplishing, since USUALLY I'm thinking I can't do anywhere near what I'd like to do or … Continue reading How…
Tag: painting
Trumpet Call Announcement!
Hear Ye! Hear Ye! An Art Show to help a Garden Grow! Thursday, November 29th 4-8 pm Featuring Artists from the Triad area (one of whom is ME!) Put it on your calendar to come enjoy wine, hors d'oeuvres and music while browsing fine art & craft for your holiday shopping! Entrance cost is $10, … Continue reading Trumpet Call Announcement!
Even on Gray Days
I've heard artists say things like, "I won't paint today, the light isn't good." They prefer to have shadows cast under a brilliant sunny blue sky. I have always wanted to draw no matter the weather. No matter how gray. No matter the fog. No matter the chill. Fridays have been lovely to venture downtown … Continue reading Even on Gray Days
Out of the Garden Project’s Honor Card!
Once again, I am honored to have a piece of my artwork chosen (this one above) for this year's Out of the Garden Project Honor Card!! Beginning very soon, folks will be able to receive a beautifully printed card with the above painting on it as a way of saying thank you for your donations … Continue reading Out of the Garden Project’s Honor Card!
When Light Invades the Dark
Straggling storm clouds, leftover from Sandy, lingered in the sky as I walked one morning this week. They were enshrouded by night's darkness with only the barest hint that morning was here. I rounded a corner and WHAM! Two piercing spots of light invaded the gray surroundings as if spotlights were being turned on in … Continue reading When Light Invades the Dark
So Many Ways
From years past:
My Delight: Portraits #18-19 & #20-21
It is my delight and honor to be asked to paint a portrait of someone's children. I can't really describe why...something to do with the privilege of trying to express the personality of the kids coupled with the love the parent has for them. It seems a tall order. One that excites and energizes me! … Continue reading My Delight: Portraits #18-19 & #20-21
It’s not the flowers themselves…
I have an online friend and fellow artist who lives in New Zealand and paints and illustrates beautifully in watercolor. Hanneke recently posted some paintings of flowers and titled her post, "Practicing Flowers". One of the things I enjoy about being a fellow WordPress blogger, is that we can chat back and forth with ease, … Continue reading It’s not the flowers themselves…
Portrait #16: The Gentleman Farmer
To attempt to paint a portrait of Mr. Leo Whicker, born September 3, 1927, is like trying to harness (with paint and paper) the wisdom of years and experience, coupled with an effortless joy that is surely hard-won through life's ups and downs. I have had the privilege of getting to know Mr. Whicker through … Continue reading Portrait #16: The Gentleman Farmer
Portrait #15: Mr. Leo Whicker
Last Monday, September 3rd, I was walking in my neighborhood, up near The Field, and I was stopped by my friend and neighbor, Mr. Leo Whicker. "Jennifah", he said in his lovely southern accent, "you won't believe what just happened! You know I love donkeys, right?" "Well, yes sir, I do remember that! How … Continue reading Portrait #15: Mr. Leo Whicker