Advice and entries

"Blue Solitude"

20" x 16"

Mixed-media, collage on canvas

2013

"Spring Symphony"

30" x 22"

Collagraph, collage with tissue on heavy watercolor paper

2014

I was given advice to stick with one medium, theme, or process for a year to perfect my skills.  But, that just isn't in me.  I want to try new things, new paper, new printing techniques, new themes including abstract. Many of the process I use are the same.  I still audition images around the piece.  I still paint tissue and use napkins and handmade paper.  I'm intrigued with cardboard and collagraphs.  Lately, I have been adding pastels and teabags.  Still many ideas to pursue.  These pieces are my entries in an upcoming exhibit and very different from my starting point.  What's your take on the advice I was given?

Dog portraits

Stella

12" x 12"

Collage on canvas

I did a portrait of my Granddog, Wash, for my son and daughter-in-law last Christmas.  I just finished this commission of Stella.  The image was taken from a photograph and done in textured papers.  I was pleased and I know Stella's owner was too.  

Mackinac Island Juried Art Show

"Winter Shoreline"

20" x 20"

Collage on canvas

"Winter Shoreline" has been accepted for the 2014 "Places of Mackinac" juried art show to be held at the Manoogian Art Museum on Mackinac Island.  This is my third year to be included and I'm thrilled.  The museum opens on May 5th with the artist reception on June 25.  If you happen to be on Mackinac Island, check it out.