During the past two years I've been asked if I teach art lessons. My response was "No" because I was concentrating on painting for two solo shows. Opportunity knocked again - my show preparation was completed and I thought, "Why not?" So I took the plunge and I now teach weekly lessons in Granbury Texas. I'm truly enjoying teaching and passing along the knowledge from an outstanding still life artist Kaye Franklin. I continue to take lessons from Kaye on a monthly basis.

Forgotten Treasures 12 x 16 oil

The vase, basket and candlestick holder were purchased at the local thrift store which is supported by the First United Methodist Church in Glen Rose Texas. I added sunflowers, a few pops of red flowers, apple & squash.

In action today

Sunflower Confetti 8 x 10

Kaye's Taos 11 x 14 oil

Christmas in NYC

Christmas in New York City, hmm, where do I begin? First of all, the weather was better in NYC than back home. We combed the city, taking in the Metropolitan, Whitney, & the Modern. John Singer Sargent's work at the Metropolitan was my touchpoint. Monet's one-room exhibit at the Modern was overwhelming.

We walked to the Salmagundi Art Club which began in 1871 & is located in a brownstone on Fifth Avenue. On exhibit was the Miniature Show which showcased artists' paintings during the holiday. So wonderful to take in the heartbeat of local art associations as we travel.