The Wonder Twins!

Happy 6th Birthday! ! ! ! ! ! !

Six years and nine months ago when the doctor stunned us with the news about having twins, we were very quiet at first, then we laughed and we haven't stopped enjoying that laughter since. Eric and Lily are sometimes wonder twins, sometimes blunder twins and always twins full of spirit and kindness and are a constant source of love (and entertainment!)

Solo Show Success

Since this was my first solo show, I didn't know what to expect and kind of worried that not too many people would come but I was pleasantly surprised and relieved that it was a great turn out. I was a little overwhelmed but truly enjoyed meeting so many great people. I appreciate all the positive feedback and was a great feeling to notice how everyone responded to different paintings. I think part of being an artist is when you're working, to dig deep within you and create something worth looking at or feeling from or responding to and then to send it out into the world for others to be a part of that creation.

I have to thank everyone at the Lynn House Gallery for all your hard work and allowing me to show my work and share pieces of my spirit, and to the folks at GATO www.gatonco.org for hosting all that delicious food! It couldn't have been any better! and thank you to everyone that attended, all my family and friends and new friends and acquaintances. Thanks for being a part of this wonderful event. And, a very special thanks to our family elder who was so gracious enough to do the native blessing before the show.

http://www.art4antioch.org/

5 days and counting!

Sapos Verdes 18" x 24" Transparent watercolor

Thank you for all your words of encouragement! I'm excited and nervous with anticipation. I took all 21 paintings down to the gallery on the hottest day of the weekend and have filled my exercise quota for the rest of the month. Ok, so I don't exercise, or lift weights cause they are just too darn heavy, and I can reach my target heart rate just by eating mocha dark chocolate truffles! I find that much more satisfying!

I think it will be a good show, the selected paintings look great together if I do say so myself. Now I just have to figure out what to wear, normally jeans and my baby stained t-shirts are comfy but not this time. I am so great full for this opportunity, and so appreciative for your comments of support!

My First SOLO SHOW ! ! ! ! ! !

Honoring The Elders

SOLD

So here's my surprise! it's my first solo show!

"Holding on to Traditions" at the Lynn House Gallery in Antioch California.

Oct. 4th - 25th, 2008.

Opening Reception Saturday, Oct. 4th from 4 - 6pm.

After a year of planning, it's finally happening and I am so excited and really nervous as I'm shy by nature but force myself to be outgoing. I rarely go to openings where my art has shown but have to go to this one. So if you are in the area, please come by and see some new paintings and mingle with art lovers! (I might be the one hiding in the back room?)

Please visit their website for more information

http://www.art4antioch.org/Lynn_House_Gallery_Exhibits.htm

Changing Rose

Transparent Watercolor 20" x 14"

I found these roses in a public garden and thought them so beautiful, not too many petals (to paint) and I especially loved how they changed colors as they aged. I painted this about three years ago when the twins were a little more independent and I could finally dive back into watercolors. I felt like I exploded with color and energy while doing this one so It's probably my favorite flower painting I've done.

I decided to post this one also because I'm a little backed up with my paintings because of back to school stuff and a surprise I'll post in a couple of days. Stay tuned!