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"Cascades"- Creating Movement in Acrylic Paintings

This piece was all about color when I began.  I found a turquoise color I absolutely loved, so I decided to build a piece around it.  I seem to find it hard to get away from working with acrylic paint and a lot of water- I just love how different…
abstract mini canvases

Abstract Mini Canvases with Quilling & Texture Paste

I love it when my experiments work out the way I'm hoping.  Trying new supplies and techniques can be pretty tricky, but these abstract mini canvases turned out beautiful. Both of these pieces seem to reflect nature in some way, though I will…
Professional Artist

Dream to Reality- Steps to Becoming a Professional Artist

This week has been a big one for me.  I just found out that my application to participate in a gallery showing here in Raleigh has been accepted.  I was told my art was "strong", and that I should progress far in this category.  On top of…

Making Mistakes and Overcoming Them in Your Art

beliefs in mixed media art

"Truth"- sharing my beliefs in mixed media art

This piece is the most personal I have done so far.  I had a very clear idea in mind when I created it, and it has a lot to do with my own personal beliefs.  It's an interesting phenomenon that when we share our convictions, those convictions…
paper clay experiments

Paper Clay Experiments on Mini Canvas

A.C. Moore recently had a sale on their canvas, and I went a little nuts.  Well, not too bad... I got enough canvas to keep me busy for the next 6 months, at least.  That's not too bad... at least, that's what I have to tell myself after every…