Art Commission: Abstract Cityscapes for Civic Hotel in Seattle

Dec 27, 2018 | Client Work, Fine Art, Painting, Places

I honestly cannot believe there are four more days left of 2018 – this year felt REALLY fast to me.If I had to sum up my art during this time I’d call it A Year of Commissions – well, half a year anyway! I’ve had the opportunity to work with some great new... Read More

Art Commission: Abstract Expressionism for Mid-Century Modern Styled Home in Seattle

Dec 4, 2018 | Client Work, Fine Art, Painting

Today I have two paintings I created for a local Seattle family’s beautiful mid-century modern styled home. And wow, it’s been a while since I’ve shared anything on my blog – like the longest time ever since I started it in 2009! But it’s been... Read More

Art on Walls | What Will My Art Look Like?

Jun 21, 2018 | Fine Art, Painting, Places

Ever wondered what the art you see online might look like on your wall? Me too. There’s even a fancy sounding word used to describe art on walls or art created with the space in mind – or in this case, photographs of my art in a cool studio space. The word is in... Read More

Bemis Arts Spring Art Show 2018

Apr 23, 2018 | Fine Art, My Creative Journey, Painting

I’m excited to share that three of my oil paintings were selected to be part of the Bemis Arts Spring Art Show!   The Bemis Arts spring art show has been happening annually for more than 20 years. The last time I went was in 2012…before I even started... Read More

#MB_AtoZ: An About the Artist Alphabet

Mar 22, 2018 | Creative Process, Creative Projects, Fine Art, My Creative Journey, Storytelling

I’m not sure why writing about my art and creative process feels so challenging. After all, writing was my very first creative pursuit. I’ve worked as a writer for many more years than I’ve held a paintbrush. Last year I created #mb_AtoZ: An About... Read More