Taking myself on an artist date is one of my favorite ways to spend a day away from the studio. It is personal time that I use to focus on fun, entertainment, and childlike play. If you are an artist, … Read More
Can you name four movies with scenes that feature abstract art? If you need help, consider these: Fantasia (1940), Beautiful Girls, Vertigo and Transcendence. Three of these films were part of my childhood introduction to abstract form and imagery. The fourth movie, Transcendence, allowed me the … Read More
Some people I know would rather be in a room with a clown than with an abstract painting. Why? Because abstract art is scarier than clowns. Clowns are recognizable, abstract art isn’t. The purpose of a clown is to entertain. … Read More
Now that COVID restrictions have been relaxed, this summer I’ve made it a point to visit as many area art museums as possible. Recently I decided to visit the Getty Center in order to see the Italian paintings and the … Read More
After almost two years, I recently was able to visit the Getty Villa Museum. Luckily the crowds were minimal so I could really take my time and enjoy the art work. The current show is “Mesopotamia” and the amazing sculptures, reliefs … Read More
Finally, after a year of COVID lock-downs, restrictions and shutdowns, I was able to visit the Norton Simon Museum in Pasadena. Being away for so long was like visiting an old friend and it gave me a whole new perspective … Read More
Abstract painting is about movement, color, texture, rhythm and pattern. It represents a person, thing or moment without their familiar features or outlines. It’s the impression of what someone or something feels like when form is stripped away. Because I … Read More
I haven’t been out of the house much lately and really wanted a quick getaway. I decided to share one of my many visits to Descanso Gardens. Just loading the images into the gallery was wonderfully relaxing. I hope you … Read More
As I continue to work on my Field Series, I eagerly await the reopening of art museums in Southern California. Throughout my career, monthly visits to the Getty Villa, Huntington Museum and Norton Simon (to name a few) have inspired, … Read More
While I’m busy working on paintings for my 2021 collection, I’d thought I’d share with you one of my favorite contemporary artists, Kara Walker. I first saw Ms. Walker’s work at the Whitney in New York and then again at … Read More