This painting is part of a project for the League of Milwaukee Artists, where we are exploring the limits and freedom in monochromatic design. While typically monochromatic involves a variation of greys (and whites and blacks) with a single color, I decided to do layers of a specific color in blue. [Read More]
Art Inspiration
St. Kate’s
Finally got to the St. Kate's Arts Hotel in Milwaukee, WI. What an amazing place. We took the "Champagne and Art" tour with the hotel's curator and it was a treat to view the pieces up close and hear about the details of each exhibit. On the second floor, I spotted two Chilhuly paintings, which was [Read More]
The Butterfly Garden at MPM
One of my favorite spots is the butterfly garden at the Milwaukee Public Musuem. The butterflies hover right in front of you, land on you, and go about their business while you can observe right up close. It's so inspirational. ? [Read More]
Chicago Art Institute and Van Gogh
I visited the Chicago Art Institute recently and got to stand before this amazing work. The emotive works of Van Gogh have influenced me since I was a child, and getting to see his work in person is a thrill I never tire of. To see each brushstroke, each color choice, each small detail in this [Read More]
Pantone’s Color for 2022
Well, hello Pantone. You have spoken my language. Y'all know this color of blue is my very favorite, but this particular color is brand new and glorious. Pantone's says: Blending the faithfulness and constancy of blue with the energy and excitement of red, this happiest and warmest of all the blue [Read More]
