Down On the Farm, Over In the Studio

Down On the Farm, Over In the Studio

Finished another portrait, this one of an unknown family member on my mom’s side of the family.  Not my typical color palette but I’m trying new...
The “New” Studio

The “New” Studio

Our home has been in upheaval since last year when we decided to switch my daughter’s bedroom with my art studio.  I’m JUST now getting things set up in the new space.  Feels so much...
Art History – Leonardo da Vinci

Art History – Leonardo da Vinci

Trying to find something new and interesting to write about Leonardo da Vinci is difficult, for me anyway, as I’m attempting to convey information about THE Renaissance man. What could I possibly say about him that hasn’t been said? Nothing, okay?  I...
Art History – Jan van Eyck

Art History – Jan van Eyck

If you’re at all like me, the name van Eyck doesn’t ring any bells. Perhaps even his most famous painting, The Arnolfini Portrait, doesn’t look familiar to you, though it did to me. I think the first time I saw it I thought, “Is she...
Art History – An Introduction

Art History – An Introduction

I minored in Art in college. The emphasis was photography, but of course my courseload included painting, drawing, and art history. Art history was my least favorite. I don’t remember if I just disliked the teacher, or the dissemination of information was just...
My First Commission

My First Commission

I’ve been asked to create art for folks before.  “Heh, can you create a logo/invitation/sign for me?”  “Heh, I’ve got this ugly canvas, can you paint over it for me?” All very flattering proposals, but none that made me feel...