My development as an artist has taken many turns throughout my life, from simple arts and crafts as a child to an internationally recognized art-quilter, author, educator and spokesperson. Each twist and turn brings me further into the light of discovery. There are so many ways to play with color and texture, so many avenues to explore. It is a process and an adventure.

I am currently exploring Impressionism, Surrealism and Abstract art with artist-acrylics, colored-pencils, as well as Pen and Ink. Here you will find some selected works representing this journey.

I enjoy all comments, both positive and negative, so please share your thoughts with me.


Sun Water Land Abstract



acrylic on canvas-wrapped braced-panel, 24" x 36"
framing not necessary, appears to float away from wall

I had a very difficult time taking photos of the full view. I am still not pleased. So much detail seems lost to me and the light purples in the water area seem to disappear (see close-up images below). Even though there is a lot of detail in this work, it went very fast. I really like this painting and haven't decided yet if I am willing to part with it, at least not until I get a professional series of images. Then I can have giclées made, for myself and/or to sell.
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Touch of Violet



Touch of Violet
acrylic on canvas wrapped cradled-panel
24" x 24" x 1-3/4" deep
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Iridescent violet (and some iridescent blue) on textured black background makes this piece very shiny and reflective. Intensity changes as one moves about while viewing it, and as light changes. Ready to hang, no framing necessary as the panel is cradled - sides painted / textured same as front.


Greek Key



Greek Key
acrylc on canvas on panel
24" x 24"
(floats, frame not necessary)

Organic Abstract 03/11/10




Organic Abstract 03/11/10
acrylic on panel
11" x 14" (unmat/framed)


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Organic Abstract 03/10/10




Organic Abstract 03/10/10
acrylic on panel
11"x14" (unmat/framed)
Greens, yellows, metallics gold and copper. Textured.

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Organic Abstract 03/09/10




Organic Abstract 03/09/10
acrylic on panel
11"x14" (unmat/framed)
Deep turquoise, greens, yellows, metallics gold and copper. Textured.

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Vineyard Sunset




Vineyard Sunset
acrylic on panel
8" x 10" (w/o mat & frame)

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(and see all the grapes)

Oranges, yellows, magenta, purples, and metallic gold (shown here as the reflection in the images).

Grape Juice




Grape Juice

acrylic on panel
10" x 7-1/2" (w/o mat&frame)

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The image to the right shows the acrylic medium texture that I first applied to the panel.



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