Returning to in-person events and meetings following the pandemic was a welcomed change. As a graphic designer and abstract artist, I spend most of my days working alone. However, to combat the isolation (as I wrote in my June 2021 … Read More
From the Tate Museum in London. A fascinating look at one of my favorite artists and his technique. A 6 minute watch.
As many of you know, most of my painting inspiration comes from personal experience, art museums, and walks through the beautiful Southern California gardens and beaches. This month I’d like to take the opportunity to share with you my five favorite … Read More
From the time I could grab a crayon, I was drawing all over my mother’s walls. Fortunately, she was not one to discourage creativity and quickly rerouted my energy onto paper. By the age of eight, I started private instruction … Read More
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
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
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
