You Get What You Pay For

Caveat emptor — let the buyer beware — was probably the first Latin phrase I learned. I was no more than five … More

Dabbling

I’d have to say that at least half the fun of art comes from experimenting. I love the fact that … More

Graduating to a Whole New Level

Being a self-taught student of art offers many challenges, not the least of which is knowing how to assess my … More

You Can’t Go Wrong with Chives

I love chives. Really, I love all herbs, and my little herb garden is a wondrous source of delight in … More

Keep It Simple, Sweetheart

Simplify. That word has been one of my life’s mottos — if a single word can be a motto, that … More

Just Pull Out the Trees

I recently bought a beautiful book called The Art of Watercolor, one of many art instruction books published by Walter … More

April Fool’s Day Fun

I had fun this morning making a little April Fool’s Day greeting…at least until my husband asked, “Why would you … More

Watercolor Journaling

I’m off on a new adventure: watercolor journaling. I’ve always loved watercolor paintings. They’re magical; they’re ethereal. The soft, transparent colors … More