Spring 2025

Here we are a month into Spring 2025 and I am settling into my “retirement”. My last day at my part-time job was the end of February and I am busier now than when I was working. I spend most weekdays in my studio. I am loving having my own space to create and display my work. Several of my favorite pastels have found new homes and it is a mix of emotions as I watch my creations leave. I am so happy though, knowing my pastels are being loved and enjoyed. Art is multifaceted in the creating of it and then the contemplating and embracing the finished work. As I tell my clients and admirers, I see the blank sheet, so the transformation into a finished landscape or still life is a truly humbling experience.

I have been rewarded for my efforts as well. I was awarded 2nd place in The California Art Club Virtual Exhibition “Awakening the Earth”. My piece “Tranquility Before the Storm” can be seen on the CAC website. Upcoming is the Members Show with the Pastel Society of Southern CA. That event is held in Redondo Beach the first two weeks of May. I will have two pieces on display. The end of April marks the end of the Borrego Springs Invitational. As of this writing I have sold two plein air pieces. It has been an honor to be a part of this prestigious event.

As always, a big THANKS to you all-my family, my friends and especially Dave who is my biggest fan and companion.

1 Corinthians 5:12 Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong