Vigilant
24"x48" - $3,500
Acrylic on gallery wrapped canvas (2021)
Deep Wells in Dark PLaces
30"x15" - $1,200
One in a series of paintings inspired by losing my Mom to cancer, one of the darkest seasons of my life.
As I came out of a very deep grief, I realized I was a different person. I had found treasures in the journey. Clarity. Compassion. Determination. Hope. I found strength that I had always admired in my Mom.
This painting expresses the darkness that I felt and yet the sweet water that can only be found in the deepest wells.
Acrylic on gallery wrapped canvas (2021)
Coming Out of Chaos
24"x24" - $1,200
I began painting this rose just as the covid shutdown went into full swing. It was a very disconcerting time for artists, as well as the rest of the world. But as an artist, it caused me to explore the dark emotions I was struggling with. The 3 drops of blood are symbolic of three loved ones who died in those early covid days, and were not able to be with their families and friends before their deaths because of covid. It was heart rendering. Yet when I explored, I could not ignore the hope of a new bud unfolding. It was a discovery of all the good that was still looming in my life - which since has overcome the trauma of that horrific time.
Acrylic on gallery wrapped canvas (2021)
Crown of Blossoms
20"x16" - $1,000
The Sahuaro cactus is so distinct in its form. The flowers are just as unique and a joy to explore. They are always at the top of an "arm" and strike me as looking like a beautiful crown of flowers. The only downside is that they usually bloom as the desert is getting quite hot.
Acrylic on gallery wrapped canvas (2021)
Rose in Turquoise
16"x40" - Coast Gallery, Laguna Beach, CA
I just have trouble painting the typical vase of flowers. My mind cries out to explore each individual flower so I end up looking a whole lot closer. This is another in a series of my rose explorations. In this one I enjoyed the repetitive nature of a rose unfolding. The color of turquoise was just a fancy from my imagination.
Acrylic on gallery wrapped canvas
For information: https://coastgallerylagunabeach.com/
Rose in Grayscale
16"x40" - Coast Gallery, Laguna Beach, CA
I just have trouble painting the typical vase of flowers. My mind cries out to explore each individual flower so I end up looking a whole lot closer. This is another in a series of my rose explorations but it sure didn't end up how I intended - at all!
"Rose in Grayscale" was my attempt at a traditional values exercise. The plan was to paint totally in value (relative lightness to darkness) rather than perceived color, thus the neutral grays. I intended to go back and match up the color values with my study. Then several other people saw it in my studio and insisted it was perfect as is. By then, I too had fallen in love with it. LOL - the irony of a colorless rose!
Acrylic on gallery wrapped canvas. For more info: https://coastgallerylagunabeach.com/
Golden Years
24"x24" - $2,500
Third in a series of the Arizona Poppy. In this last painting of the series, I explored the serene beauty of a bloom about to fall to the ground, spent in it's purpose.
These brilliant blooms are seen in the Spring all over the deserts of Arizona, in yards as well as in the wild. I think the best place to see them are in the outlying Valley parks and hiking trails. I enjoy them in the regional park near our home.
Acrylic on gallery wrapped canvas.
Sun Lovin'
24"x24" - Coast Gallery, Laguna Beach, CA
Second in a series of the Arizona Poppy, I was fascinated with fresh brilliance of these short lived blooms. These grow in the Spring all over the deserts of Arizona, in yards as well as in the wild. I think the best place to see them are in the outlying Valley parks and hiking trails. I enjoy them in the regional park near our home.
Acrylic on gallery wrapped canvas
For information: https://coastgallerylagunabeach.com/
Desert Dancers
24"x48" - Coast Gallery, Laguna Beach, CA
Desert Dancers is an evocative portrait of the Arizona Poppy, specifically yellow with orange centers. These brilliant blooms are seen in the Spring all over the deserts of Arizona, in yards as well as in the wild. I think the best place to see them are in the outlying Valley parks and hiking trails. I enjoy them in the regional park near our home.
Acrylic on gallery wrapped canvas. For information: https://coastgallerylagunabeach.com/
Allium Dance
24"x24" - Coast Gallery, Laguna Beach, CA
We have had some amazing gardens over the years. John has a knack for making the yard green without resorting to grass, which he considers a waste of space. I love sitting in our garden to slow my thoughts down and wake up my creativity. Plus it just seems to make coffee taste even better.
I walked by our wild onion plant one evening and was immediately captivated by it's graceful swaying in the breeze. I had to paint it. Once I starting really looking deeply at the delicate leaves and flowers, my imagination was ignited. I entered into some sort of dreamy secret garden. Every time I look at it now, it takes me back and gives me a smile.
Acrylic on gallery wrapped canvas. For information: https://coastgallerylagunabeach.com/
Obscure
20"x20" - $2,000
Acrylic on gallery wrapped canvas (2019)
Cactus Skeleton
48"x24" - $4,000
My first job out of college was as an illustrator. For many years I worked in pen and ink, focused on a very realistic representation of what clients were paying for. It's so exhilarating to be able to paint my own unique expression of something rather than producing a photorealistic copy.
With many roses growing in my garden, it wasn't difficult to choose a stunning flower. From there I sketched in a representation and then happily jumped into the adventure. I spent many wonderful hours exploring the swelling folds and elusive hiding places. The way light caught a ridge and mysteriously repeated the swish.
Acrylic on gallery wrapped canvas (2018)
New Leaf
30"x80" - $4,500
Acrylic on hollow core wooden panel (2018)
Sun Kissed
16"x20" - Coast Gallery, Laguna Beach, CA
Acrylic on gallery wrapped canvas . For information: https://coastgallerylagunabeach.com/
Rose in Purple
12"x12" - $1,000
My first job out of college was as an illustrator. For many years I worked in pen and ink, focused on a very realistic representation of what clients were paying for. It's so exhilarating to be able to paint my own unique expression of something rather than producing a photorealistic copy.
With many roses growing in my garden, it wasn't difficult to choose a stunning flower. From there I sketched in a representation and then happily jumped into the adventure. I spent many wonderful hours exploring the swelling folds and elusive hiding places. The way light caught a ridge and mysteriously repeated the swish.
Acrylic on wood panel + frame (2017)
Desert Gold
10"x10" - $800
Marco art is a twist on perspective. It's all about creating an extreme close-up painting, usually of very small objects or living things. I love to play on the fine line of realism and abstract when I paint in a macro style. When
Ironically, the desert produces some of the brightest colors in nature. "Desert Gold" was inspired by desert Arizona Poppy.
Acrylic on gallery wrapped canvas (2017)
Rose in Red
30"x 80" - $4,500
I've worked as a professional illustrator and have created art all of my life in pencils, oils, inks, but this was my first experiment with acrylics. I was going through a challenging season in my life and I just wanted to paint large. So I bought this panel and used a big house brush to paint to my heart's desire!
Roses are very special to me. My husband loves growing them so I have access to a huge variety. The other reason is because of my curiosity exploring the folds and partially hidden crevices in every bloom. The unfolding of a rose is very symbolic for me, representing mystery and the awe of discovery.
Acrylic on hollow core wooden panel, 1.5" deep (2017)
Heron Over Big Lake
10"x20" - $500
The silent watchers of Arizona lakes, this big, beautiful heron needed a special background that could highlight as well as slightly "hide" him. It's always exciting to see one when they swoop overhead without a sound. I combined this one with a pour and was pleased at how it captured my excitement.
Acrylic on canvas + frame (2019)
