Oaks and Wildflowers

This spring we spent some time near Warner Springs, enjoying California the way it once was- before it was "developed." I love the oaks with their strong character and the carpet of poppies and other wildflowers. We had terrific weather, too- perfect for plein air. "Oaks and Wildflowers" 8x10, oil.

Beautiful!

That summed up the weather, atmosphere, and art at ArtWalk this year. People were out and about, tons of people, enjoying the weekend. Thanks to all who came by and visited with me, checked out the booth, and a special thanks to all of my new collectors! I hope you have found that perfect spot for your new painting.
It is so gratifying to know that these pieces are evoking a memory, or a feeling, or a smile in you, just as they do with me. And it is always humbling when you choose to bring one into your home. Thank you!

For those of you who missed ArtWalk, June brings more fun with the La Jolla Festival of the Arts. More to come on that, but I hope to see you there.

ArtWalk in Little Italy, San Diego is here

This weekend, April 30 and May 1, is ArtWalk.
This is always such a great event- filled with tons of art, food, and music.

And did I mention the art?

This year I will be in booth #150.
That’s on Beech St. near India.

The event runs from 11am - 6pm each day.
Here’s a small preview…

"Ocean Beach Shadows", 16x20

"Looking Out from the Mission", 14x11

"Oak Grove", 6x8

Accepted into Randy Hibee's 6" Squared Show

Just found out that "Found Some Hermits" has made it into the Spring 6" Squared Exhibition and Sale at Randy Higbee Gallery. The show opens April 16th. I'm thrilled, and can't wait to try out his frames!

New tidepool paintings

Here are a couple of small paintings I've recently completed. I love this series and can't wait to paint some more. Here are a couple of others "Discovery" and "Tidepooler".

6x6 oil on panel "Found Some Hermits"


6x6 oil on panel "Fun at the Tidepools"

ZLAC, Art and Wine

A big 'Thank you' to everyone at ZLAC Rowing Club for the wonderful reception at their Annual Wine Tasting Event. I had so much fun, and hope all of those that are bringing new paintings into their homes enjoy them. Now, I need to get painting for the Bazaar in November!

This weekend it's more Art and Wine at the La Jolla Art and Wine Festival. This is the second year for the event, but will be my first year showing there. It's Saturday and Sunday, 11am - 6pm. It sure looks to be a great show. Hope to see you there!

Recent News

Not much posting going on, but still moving the paint around. I have had two paintings accepted into PaintAmerica's Paint the Parks Exhibit. This is a traveling exhibit focusing on the National Parks. I am so excited to be a part of this wonderful show. I painted pieces from Cabrillo National Monument here in San Diego. "Lost and Found" is part of the Top 100 and my painting "Tidepoolers" won the Director's Choice Award for the small paintings division.


"Lost and Found", 16x20, oil


"Tidepooler", 11x14, oil


I also have a painting in the California Art Club show "California Heritage". The painting is "En Route to the Prado"- a painting of Balboa Park.


"En Route to the Prado", 9x12, oil