Ava's photo on Library Poster

My granddaughter, Ava, took an art class at the library this summer. The library is trying to attract funds for their new library and they used her photo, among lots of others, to show what they do for the community. It was such a nice surprise to see her smiling face as I walked up the stairs to the library.

Back again after a very long hiatus

After a couple of years, I have decided to start up my blog again. While it was strictly about art in the past, now it will be about whatever is happening in my life. It will still be a way to share my art, but it will also be a way for me to connect with my family and record those things that inspire me. Hopefully some of those inspirations will turn into art in the future. My friend Susan gave me the kick-start I needed to get going again. We are leaving Petersburg in a few days by ferry. I look forward to the long, quiet days on the ocean. I have a whole suitcase full of books.

Ruth's Pear

My sister Libby had asked me to paint a pear for her good friend, Ruth. They live in Oakura, New Zealand and so I included their local volcano, Mt. Egmont. Libby sent me the photo of Ruth with her gift.

Vagina Monologues Art Show

Here are some examples of the work displayed in the Vagina Monologues Art Show which was held March 1, 2008.

Vagina Monologues

To support the local production of the Vagina Monologues, I curated an art show. These two pieces were my contributions.

Live out the String

My artist friend Pia Reilly and I created purple tutus decorated with the words from Marc Cohn's song "Live out the String" . The piece was displayed at the Wearable Art Extravaganza in February 2008.

Maddie

Portrait done in November 2007 of a sweet local dog as a premium for our local public radio station, KFSK.