"WARM-UP CHAT"

I was thrilled to be accepted into the American Academy of Equine Art fall exhibition.  My painting, "Warm-up Chat", is on display now in the Museum of the Horse, at the Kentucky Horse Park near Lexington.  I have been very busy the past few months preparing for my art show "Finding the Familiar", being exhibited through October in the (Moore County Arts Council) Campbell House  Gallery.  I have 40 paintings on display.  

"WHITE TRUFFLE OIL"

Kitchen stuff is so colorful.  I was recently introduced to the wonderful flavor and aroma of truffle oil.  Since I couldn't find (or afford for that matter) real truffles, I placed a couple of white mushrooms next to the bottle. 

"THE GARLIC POT"

I really enjoyed painting this picture.  Garlic is a staple in my kitchen that I use almost every day.  My little garlic pot was a nice model too.   

'BRIE AND CRACKERS'

I was so fascinated at the beautiful preparation of this sun dried tomato pesto cheese, I brought it home (all the way from California) to paint.  I am now enjoying the wonderful flavor.

"CHERRY GLASS"

I haven't been able to post anything for awhile.  My Mom passed away 2 weeks ago.  Life has not been normal this entire month.  "Cherry Glass" was completed the first week in June.  I also painted a portrait of Mom (from a picture of her when she was a young woman), before I left to make the trip to California for her funeral.  I gave that picture to my sister for her birthday (June 16).  I'm hoping I'll be feeling like getting back to normal next week.

"The Letter Opener"

"Previous Employee"

"Bear in Bunny Costume"

I spent all day yesterday  trying to figure out blog stuff. :(  My computer skills leave a lot to be desired.  Oh well, perhaps I'll get better.

"Baby Bear"

Painted May 22 2008