Happy summer! This is possibly my favorite time of year when I can settle down from the hustle and reflect. I’ve been toying around with an idea for a new painting and this is what’s developed so far. I’m hoping to start in the next day or so.
“Disco’s Last Spell”, 18”x22”, oil painting on canvas board, is finished! Continue reading
Thursday afternoon, June 20th, I hadn’t bothered closing up the classroom because there was still ONE more day of school. Wrong! At the last minute, after I’d left for home, our superintendent canceled school for the official last day(!). I … Continue reading
There’s still a minor tweak or two, but I finished this last night. I haven’t grappled with so much creative discord over a piece in awhile. It was kinda fun. I’m still not totally pleased with it, but I’m proud … Continue reading
It’s finished! I’m proud to have completed a second painting this summer. The school year left me with little time to myself for creativity. I’m grateful to the universe to have had this space and opportunity. I was still on … Continue reading
This went from an image of a robotic Sentinel to a mystical statue ala Ray Harryhausen. Continue reading
Looking back at 2021, I have SO much to be thankful for despite major hurdles. Continue reading
Today’s the day my team and I take on the Global Wonder Woman Run! All across Boston and beyond, throughout the day, we’re individually running or walking 5K to motivate others to MOVE no matter what! I took it upon myself to get up early before the heatwave overtook. PHEW!
Saturday was the final day to relive any memories and adventures at my grandparents’ house. I miss them so much! No more drives to the country or hikes through the forest … Thank you, Gram, for all the love … Continue reading
BACK ISSUE! #94 out Jan. 2017
As usual, the holidays are a blur and suddenly we’re at the end of another year! As much as I try to avoid the chaos by staying ahead and organized, I somehow always feel the pressure of a deadline or two. Luckily 2016 wasn’t too bad and most of the strain I felt was self inflicted. Besides, I have so much to be grateful for, it’s hard to focus on the stress that inevitably develops with any project. Professionally there have only been highs, adding to make this a whirlwind year. Continue reading
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