This song is a note to self: “Look for the Good” They say to write what you know. But what if you don’t want to talk about it? So what’s going on? My husband has several health challenges, and caregiving … Read More
The shed in our backyard was in dire need of a makeover! The paint scheme needed to be more cohesive, and the door was too far right, throwing the whole visual out of balance. As my Italian Grandmother would often … Read More
I am happy to announce that my series of Painterly 2-Minute Tips is now airing on Chabot College TV, Comcast 28, in the East Bay. It is also available on Roku, with the Chabot TV Plus app, Fire, and Apple … Read More
Whooohooo! The Sock Monkey Oracle was nominated for an Ommie Award in Best Tarot and Oracle Decks category! Om Times Media puts on the Ommies in conjunction with Om Times Magazine and the Om Times Radio Network. Voting is super … Read More
There’s gnome place like home. There’s gnome place like home. I had such a blast painting these cute little gnomes, and every time I look at the, they make me smile. I’m keeping the originals, but really fun prints and … Read More
My creative work has always helped me process life. One of the cool things I love about painting with the palette knife is the easy cleanup process. When I only have a minute or two to paint, I can wipe … Read More
“We must let go of the life we have planned, so as to accept the one that is waiting for us.” Joseph Campbell I was working on images for another oracle card deck when I was compelled to switch gears … Read More
I recently participated in an inspiring group painting project, Shared Abundance, and just had to share this inspiring journey with you! A Bit of Background… I belong to an artist inspiration group comprised of 9 gifted creatives. It’s a modern-day … Read More
In November of 2009, our niece, Belinda Grissom Gravel challenged us to share gratitude in our Facebook posts for the entire month of November. I agreed as I thought it would be an excellent way to shift my focus away from all … Read More
Like the wee children say, “Her just knows stuff. Her really does.” Meet “Claircognizance” part of my channeled guide series. She’s an acrylic on wood panel, measuring 16″ x 20″. Her presence emerged way before I finished the piece, and … Read More
“I’ve come to believe that each of us has a personal calling that’s as unique as a fingerprint — and that the best way to succeed is to discover what you love and then find a way to offer it … Read More
Recently, I was interviewed by Christine Jurisich, founder of Retreat ReflectRenew about my 12+ year gratitude practice. My gratitude journey was not very pretty at the start but has grown to be a beautiful way of life. It has taken … Read More
I have had a gratitude practice for 12 years now, and it has really helped me look for the good no matter what life throws my way. Recently I was interviewed by Austin Reed of Central Valley Talk about my … Read More
My Heritage.com Deep Nostalgia’s AI technology was meant to animate ancestral portraits. And they do. The animation is cool and strange all at the same time. I find the application worked best when I used it with photos of distant … Read More
Rituals can help signal your muses that you are ready to leave the left-brained world and enter the creative realm. Here’s how I get ready to get ready… BEFORE THE SESSION I turn off the phone. Leaving it on and … Read More
Want to explore a new subject but not sure where to go with it? Try painting several… simultaneously! For this series I explored overhead shots, conversational shots, crowd shots and everything in between! It may seem like I’m painting … Read More
I’m so honored to report that an episode of my Painterly 2-Minute Tips: Paint Over It, has been nominated for a WAVE (Western Access Video Excellence) Award! This nomination is so validating and proves that anything is … Read More