Why is naming paintings so difficult? I love writing, I love painting, but when it comes to combining the two, it's just not a thing I'm interested in. I'm one of those people who ends up writing "untitled" on everything. Some people have a knack for naming paintings. I am just not one of those… Continue reading An untitled doe
Well, it's that time again. When the leaves start falling it's a reminder that it's time to start working on my submissions to the Anonymous Art Show at the CityScape Community Art Space in North Van. I love this annual art show. It's a great opportunity to create something new and be a part of something -… Continue reading Anonymous Art Show 2016
I'll never forget how awkward I felt when I was 18 and suddenly there was a person without any clothes on right in front of me and I had to pretend it felt normal and remind myself not to giggle as I settled in for three hours of drawing. After the first half hour and a… Continue reading Life Drawing
I'm finally wrapping up a painting I've been working on for some time now. I enjoy seeing process photos from artists so I thought I'd share some of my own. This big guy is done with acrylic on 24" x 30" canvas. The first layer is always exciting as you get your first glimpse as… Continue reading Rhino
I'll be the first to admit I haven't been painting as much as I would like to. I had studio time at the West End Community Centre's pottery studio over the fall/winter and it took most of my spare time. Luckily I was able to get a couple things in for some holiday gifts last… Continue reading Lucca
When I was in university, I worked primarily (well, let's be honest - solely) in 2D materials. I took one ceramics class as an elective to give it a shot but compared to my comfort level with painting, ceramics was a real challenge. Things didn't go where I wanted them to, the wheel hypnotized my eyes and… Continue reading Autumn Ceramics
I admit it, I haven't done the best job at keeping this blog updated. Guilty! With Autumn in full force, I have no excuse. Here come the chilly nights in - my favourite time of the year, with lots of time for creating. Speaking of which, I've been having a great time lately. I recently… Continue reading Philly
