Being a Teacher, Being a Student
I recently taught a painting workshop in Italy and a few days later was an art student for the first time in several years. I …
Rigorous Study
I was eighteen years old when I started Art Center; So young and naïve! I was the youngest student in all my classes. Most everyone …
Pausing
Today was a perfect day in Portland, Oregon. From morning until evening the sun was shining and warming flowers, grass, and me! I was working …
Warm and Fuzzy
I’m sitting in a restaurant in Lake Zurich, Illinois feeling quite satisfied with myself. I just finished teaching my three day “Loosen Up” workshop to …
Putting Intention Into The Universe
My Mom is going to hate this post but here goes. It’s been a dream of mine for many years to take off into the …
Digging Deeper
Two years ago I was a demonstrator at IAPS. It was amazing; fun and challenging. There were lots of standout moments. Watching the paint around, …
Springing Forward
Spring. We wait all winter for spring to reemerge. Sometimes we’re patient, sometimes not so much. I truly love all the seasons, winter included but …
Soft Heart, Tough Skin
Portland woke with a light dusting of white revealing the intricate framework of trees, plants and even the design of the Buddha in my garden. …
Getting From Here to There
I’m answering interview questions this week. I don’t think I’d be giving away too much if I share one of them which I thought was …