Exhibit Opens Soon

 

This coming Friday, Sept 2, from 6-8 pm, is the opening reception for my solo art show at PLANTED! in downtown Dubuque, IA.  In this collection I've created work that features designs built on a grid as well as others that are free-flowing and organic in their composition.  And, as shown in the image directly below, I also included some of my colorful pieces that incorporate blooms along with a gemstone.  They are stunning, and it is fun to explore the different creations.

What:  Opening Reception

Where:  245 West 1st St  /  Dubuque, IA

When:  Friday, Sept. 2 / 6-8 pm

In addition, throughout the next four months, I am thrilled to offer a Zentangle-art workshop in this same location.  To RSVP, please go to www.planteddbq.com

Supplies are included in the workshop fee, and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to a local charity.

For more information regarding PLANTED, read below and visit their website.

Things with Wings

 

"Butterflies are self-propelled flowers."
                                                                                        --R.H. Heinlein

Beautiful Blooms

“Flowers always make people better, happier, and more helpful; 

they are sunshine, food and medicine for the soul.”

- by Luther Burbank

 

Time to Register

 Want to draw but unsure how to begin?  Join me and others as we put pen to paper , use easy-to-learn repetitive patterns, and have fun and laugh along the way in the supportive environment of a Zentangle© art class.  And, since these courses are virtual via Zoom, you can do so in the comfort of your own home.  

Enrollment is now open for the next session of my online classes through the Evanston Art Center, and they begin Thursday, September 15 .  

To ensure a spot in the class, register as soon as possible.  The following links contain course details and registration information as well as the supply list. 

It's simple, fun and a great opportunity to connect with others from anywhere in the world.

Introduction to Zentangle© Art -- https://www.evanstonartcenter.org/school/introduction-zentangler-art-ages-16-2

Zentangle© -- lETTERS & lAYERS -- https://www.evanstonartcenter.org/school/zentanglec-letters-layers

Pieces of the Past

 

Recently my mother passed, and, while considering mementos to display in her honor at the visitation, I suggested we include an article of clothing that she made.  These images show a gown that she sewed for me (when I was 7) and another for my sister (when she was 3.)  For this occasion way back when she also made a long dress for herself, and the three of us donned our matching dresses and proudly attended a family wedding.  Although I am not entirely sure of what my father wore to that event, I have reason to believe it was a tan or navy leisure suit.    

When I was a youngster sewing one's own clothes was much more common than now.  Honestly I recall numerous items that my mother made for herself, for others, and for me and my siblings, including many matching and/or coordinating ensembles.  

Anyway, in her passing, it was fitting to showcase her talent as a seamstress, and for me to notice just how tall I've become since I was seven years old.  

Ahhhhh.....something beautiful.

Connections

 

"I believe art is a connection, 

like passing on a flame."

                                                                                 -- Wangechi Mutu

In Memoriam

"Deep peace of the running wave to you,

Deep peace of the flowing air to you,

Deep peace of the quiet earth to you,

Deep peace of the shining stars to you,

Deep peace of the Son of peace to you."

                                                                                                       --a Gaelic blessing

 

Summer Gardens

 

"Now summer is in flower and nature's hum 

is never silent round her sultry bloom."

                                                                  --John Clare

                 These photos were taken in the Dubuque, Iowa , Arboretum & Botanical Gardens.

Origami ?

 

"Beauty will save the world."

                                                                                     —Dosteovsky