I enjoy the healing potential of art and believe my workshop - "Abstract Portrait in Watercolors" - is a lovely way to celebrate our unique beauty. I got to work with delightful students and we created colorful self portraits through the exploration of our five sense. Each is so different and so beautifully captures the individuality of its creator. 

And this is what one of my student had to say about learning about watercolors, "I always enjoy your workshops. This last time I 'heard' what you were saying about how watercolor paper opens up when water is added and how the paper soaks up the water and pigment. I know you've said it before but my mind focused on it this time! Learning is repeated exposure." Check out my workshops here. 

Ideas turned into fun artworks! I love teaching and today's workshop - "Watercolor Collage: Sisterhood" - was a great experience. My student and I explore 'sisterhood' as inspiration for a unique abstract collage. We both thought of friends who have been like sisters to us and created collages to celebrate these friendships. My student said of her experience, "Thanks for an extremely enjoyable workshop! Attached is my creation which I shared with my friend who liked it very much." Check out my upcoming workshops (no experience needed) here. 

I had a fun time at the Central Apartments in Silver Spring on September 25. A lovely display of artworks by local female artists. Organized by Bozzuto, a nice afternoon turned into a great experience. Thanks to all who stopped by!

I had the pleasure of teaching my "Abstract Watercolors Inspired by Poetry" class to a group of women who are connected through their work and interested in arts and crafts. We connected through Google Meet and had a fun time exploring watercolors and reaching poems by Mary Oliver. We discussed inspiration and how to turn it into unique paintings. Below are a few examples of the completed works. If you are interested in doing a workshop with your business or a group, contact me for details. My workshops are tailored to your group's needs and are an affordable way to come together as a community. 

I have been an art class instructor at VisArts for a few years now. It's a wonderful organization that brings a great variety of arts to people across skills, backgrounds, and ages. And now ... drum roll! They have a shop that features the artworks of its instructors. Take a look at the lovely profile I have and shop my original watercolors on yupo here. 

I joined the Washington Water Color Association and now have the pleasure of showing my watercolor "A Deepening Sense of Connection" in their online exhibition, "Life's Simple Pleasures." This show goes through October 31, 2020. See it here. ​

It's always fun for me to know why my clients are buying my RADOST scarves. These two beauties are a gift from one sister to another. Each scarf has a name and comes with a short story of inspiration. I so enjoyed packaging them and adding a note card before shipping them out to their new home. 

Collaborating with Gayle, the owner of OAK in Kensington, MD, has been such a pleasure. Gayle is a community building who brings unique fashions, jewelry, and gifts to the DMV area. I have my abstract watercolors on display at the shop. Visit OAK at 10511 Metropolitan Avenue. 

How fun to see this shutout in the Town of Kensington monthly magazine for the Adah Rose Gallery. I have had the pleasure of seeing many wonderful art shows there! Follow along at Adah Rose Gallery. 

I always enjoy it when my clients purchase my art as gift for their loved ones but it's equally exciting when they buy my watercolors on yupo for themselves. Here is how a customer displayed her acquisition; my painting is surrounded by a photo from her wedding and an image of the word joy. How lovely. 

I am excited to donate a certificate to an online art workshop to the Rainbow Place Shelter's Raffle! Grab your ticket here and support this important cause. 

Adah Rose has created such a delightful space at her gallery. All are welcome and the art on the walls is wonderful and will transport you into a world of imagination. I am honored to have two of my artworks at the Gallery. Left: 3D sculpted painting (watercolor on cotton) called "Sunset over Pond". Right: watercolor on yupo called "Share the Light." 

My abstract watercolor on yupo makes for the perfect backdrop on the Capital Hill Art League website. I am a new member of this DC-based organization and am excited about the opportunity to share my art. Follow @caphillartleague on Instagram to see what is coming up!

Join Emerge Gallery live on the gallery YouTube channel  this Sunday, August 16, 2020, at 3 PM for an artists discussion and virtual tour of the exhibition. I'll be presenting each piece in the exhibit and some of the artists will be joining me to discuss their work. The event will be archived for later viewing. Artwork in the exhibition is available to view and purchase exclusively online through the Emerge Gallery Artsy shop. ​

Oh, what a lovely evening spent sketching and painting. My students and I embarked on a lovely project: to paint an owl in watercolors. Play and fun were are our goals. We chatted and laughed and talked anything and everything creativity. Here is what they said about their experience: "Thanks for a fantastic class!" and "Wonderful class tonight. Thank you" and "Thank you for another fantastic class!". I am so grateful we are all able to come together through Zoom and create and feel connected. Sign up for my monthly newsletter (on the Home page of this website) to receive updates about classes and other creative adventures. 

I am excited to contribute to "Art From the Heart" campaign by Art Watch DC. To date, they have gifted more than 1,600 artworks to three hospitals in the DM, one of the being Holy Cross in Silver Spring, MD. 

Today, I brought a new artwork to the Adah Rose Gallery in Kensington, MD. I am excited to have two pieces included in the collection of contemporary art at this cool gallery in the heart of town. This abstract watercolor on yupo is called "Share the Light" and the title is inspired by words in the book, The Choice, by Dr. Edith Eger. It is available for purchase through the gallery ($96, 10" x 8", matted and framed to 16" x 12").