Definitions: F-I

Definitions are an integral part of my studio practice. I use them to brainstorm, set the tone, & to clarify the ideas and concepts behind my artwork. 

Princess in the Spotlight: A Galentine's Tea Exchange Party

The season of Valentine's is not just for celebrating romantic relationships, but friendships as well. Every year the ladies in my life throw a Galentine's Day party for each other, & it is becoming my favorite part of the holiday season as a whole. This year, I had the honor of hosting, & it was a blast! Everyone brought a box of their favorite tea & we had a "tea exchange," like a cookie exchange at Christmas time, but with tea bags. I themed the decor mostly around what I had: books (of course) & a set of family china I inherited as a wedding gift. I did buy flowers, which are expensive this time of year, but it was worth it. Oh, I also bought a white plastic table clothe for a few bucks. Anyway, it all came together in a lovely way, & most importantly, we all had a great time. I went a little crazy with the photography (in the best way), so I'll share more.

Happy Valentine's week! I hope you enjoy celebrating all the relationships in your life.  

Miniatures: Pieces that Become a Whole

Accumulation, collection, pieces that become a whole. Each of these 2x2 pieces not only has their own story to tell, but becomes a part of a much larger one when added together.

On the surface, these tell the story of MoonShadow Press. However, they also tell a part of my story as an artist - a story of my efforts to surround myself with hopeful beauty amidst a dark world, & help others do the same. Some days it feels like a battle & others times it comes more easily, but every day I press on.  

2x2s Printed by Social Print Studios.

Definitions: E

Definitions are an integral part of my studio practice. I use them to brainstorm, set the tone, & to clarify the ideas and concepts behind my artwork. 

Definitions: A-D

Definitions are an integral part of my studio practice. I use them to brainstorm, set the tone, & to clarify the ideas and concepts behind my artwork. 

Hoover Dam #4

Perspectives at the Dam.

Nevada: Blue Hues

After exploring at the Hoover Dam, we stopped at a lookout over the lake just as the sun sank below the mountains. I usually edit photos to enhance the true colors, but for these, I couldn't resist using a VSCO filter that pulled out the blues. The colors & textures remind me of Van Gogh & Picasso paintings. 

Hoover Dam #3

Intersections between man & nature.