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Michael Corris
At my nieces's wedding this last weekend, I set myself a goal: to push my introverted self to meet one new person. I achieved this goal by walking up to Michael Corris and his wife Beverly. Having no idea who they were, I proceeded to ask if they were artists. Yes,...
Sculpting Encaustic Flowers
I have been learning how to construct sculptural wax flowers from encaustic paint, thanks to the dvd "Wax Twist:Folding, Twisting, Curling" by Cari Hernandez. Her dvd is entertaining to watch and easy to follow. Ms. Hernandez shows also how to make colored wax...
Sandy Miot
"Blot 2" , Encaustic on paper, 18"x18" by Sandy Miot I just discovered the encaustic prints of Sandy Miot today. The print shown to the left is so lovely, with it's freeform blots and the order of the silver lines. There is a playfulness to this piece that reminds me...
Mclean Art Fest
Here I am at the Mclean Art Fest this last Sunday. Held at Mclean Central Park in Virginia, this event had artists in tents, food, music, and events. My daughter Diana joined me for the day, and sold one of her handmade, hand dyed scarves. I displayed a few of my...
Dara Engler
I just love the art of Dara Engler! Here is a painting from her "Pirate Series" titled "Pirate Wrestles and Alligator" (Oil and charcoal on canvas, 2012, 30"x30"). The humor of the piece thrills me, and the story is just so fun! Here is a part of her artists...
Target Gallery show “Identification”, open until May26
Please come see my new painting , currently at the Target Gallery , 105 North Union Street, Alexandria Virginia 22314. Hours open, daily 10am-6pm. I am pleased that the juror, Dara Engler, picked this work for "Best of Show". The piece is encaustic, with wax shark...