intrinsic art by a work in progress
I don't know what to do with my rage. The reality of our country is sinking in. I had been in a state of shock for weeks after the election. I was in denial for months--I was in denial until the inauguration. Normally, I can use art to express the everything that builds up in... Continue Reading →
My piece, Any Scraps You Can Give, was accepted into the annual regional art exhibition, Art on the Plains XII, at the Plains Art Museum in Fargo, ND.The exhibition was on display from Feb 13–May 22, 2016. I was also pleased to have had the opportunity to attend the opening on Saturday, Feb 13. "Art... Continue Reading →
Out of over 600 entries, my two works were accepted into this year's Peace Project publication and traveling art exhibition (consisting of 150 pieces). Life was sort of crazy at the time, with starting a new job and other craziness, and I forgot to purchase a book (and they appear to have sold out of... Continue Reading →
This month, I was the featured artist at this fantastic local shop, Curious. The atmosphere of this store is delightful, so if you are in or near Grand Forks, you should stop by.
When we first moved to Grand Forks, I forced myself out of my comfort zone, and applied to any community art event/exhibition if my art was suitable. I donated several pieces to charity auctions. I was also elated to take part in Grand Fork's annual The Art of Giving charity art sale. Any exposure is... Continue Reading →
This isn't a post about renovation or redecorating our rental home. This is simply my favorite room in our house. Once my studio is set up, I finally feel at home. However, it is a rare moment when I am able capture an image of this room--clean. My husband has proposed the theory, on more... Continue Reading →
Several of my friends and acquaintances are also currently working through The Artist's Way. One of those is my friend, Katherine Jore (who also wrote the guest blog about creating art with children). I wanted to use this as an opportunity to also share their experiences and perspectives. I know the Artist's Way has been... Continue Reading →
I had mentioned in a previous post that I was recently interviewed for an article for my hometown newspaper. It was published several days before my Sonhos Melancholia exhibition was going to open at the Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art, in Great Falls. I was amazed! It was such a striking layout and beautiful... Continue Reading →
Recently, I was interviewed for my hometown's local newspaper for my upcoming solo exhibition at the Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art in Great Falls, Montana. I know that an article in a newspaper in the middle of rural Montana isn't exactly reaching the epitome of notoriety. However, I am genuinely excited about it. My... Continue Reading →
