sienna lynn art studio

construction sites

2011-12-12T17:34:00.015-06:00

It's exciting to have several projects under construction!

universe at work

2011-11-11T16:31:00.020-06:00

"Once you make a decision, the universe conspires to make it happen."

-Ralph Waldo Emerson

schematic designs

2011-10-14T15:16:00.003-05:00

The creative wheels are turning! Schematic designs are in progress for a downtown lofts building in Minneapolis and a web design firm in St. Paul.

colors of sienna

2011-10-08T14:50:00.001-05:00

eight days of sunshine, record warmth, and gorgeous colors! my very favorite time of year -- surrounded by raw sienna and burnt sienna. coincidence?

transitions

2011-09-24T03:32:00.002-05:00

These are two of my favorite paintings. I created this set to evoke a sense of comfort and balance, with an unpredictable rythm.

sls website

2011-09-22T09:27:00.005-05:00

always a work in progress, but time to reveal the sienna lynn studio website:
http://www.siennalynnstudio.com/index.html

butterfly

2011-09-06T13:53:00.006-05:00

We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty.
-Maya Angelou

lake home renovation

2011-08-03T08:50:00.004-05:00

Sienna Lynn Studio used this subtle, monochromatic color palette to achieve a fresh modern finish to a beautiful lake home remodel.

yellow sky

2011-07-27T11:08:00.010-05:00

Taking a break from work to enjoy my city. "Influenced by the Mississippi River's proximity and beauty, architect Jean Nouvel's vision for 'theaters in the sky' made way for countless architectural feats in the facility."
-Guthrie Theater, Minneapolis

in the works

2011-07-22T12:03:00.003-05:00

...a residential remodel!

the vibe

2011-07-21T11:48:00.006-05:00

"Hard work is not the path to Well-Being.
Feeling good is the path to Well-Being.
You don't create through action;
You create through vibration.
And then, your vibration calls action from you."
-Author Unknown

design development

2011-07-17T09:51:00.002-05:00

Designs for the marketing firm are coming together!

go bold

2011-07-14T10:00:00.002-05:00

with paint!
Residential and commercial color consultations are keeping me busy this summer!
The most dramatic way to improve your space and enhance the architecture, is a fresh coat of paint!
(The perfect hue of course)!
Contact jodi@siennalynnstudio.com for a color consultation or painter referral.

appartment livin'

2011-07-12T13:26:00.001-05:00

Before: 8 appartment buildings of pale yellow:
After: richer color to add architectural interest and warmth

savor summer

2011-07-06T10:01:00.000-05:00

birch paintings

2011-05-25T10:51:00.010-05:00

...complete and hanging in their new home!

koerten birch, (2) 24" x 36" paintings by sienna lynn studio

north shore

2011-05-20T10:28:00.001-05:00

The scenery of Minnesota's north shore is breath-taking. A weekend of relaxing, hiking, great food, and a ride on the new alpine coaster was just what I needed!
The timing was perfect. I took a break from two commissioned paintings of birch trees and didn't realize I would spend the weekend surrounded by thousands of birch! I snapped a few photos and am now ready to finish the birch tree paintings!

true

2011-05-06T10:59:00.001-05:00

coming soon

2011-05-03T15:51:00.006-05:00

...another project in the north loop neighborhood
(interior design for a marketing firm)!

north loop office photos

2011-04-12T17:19:00.003-05:00

Interior Design of urban offices by Sienna Lynn Studio, LLC:

bold branding

2011-04-01T16:11:00.028-05:00

Sienna Lynn Studio added finishing touches to the décor for a local non-profit executive office. Here are a few additions to their newly branded space:

connection

2011-03-30T08:36:00.005-05:00

This small painting titled, 'connection' shows a stylized image of a couple in love.

sienna lynn studio
(8" x 10" acrylic on canvas)

double motivation

2011-03-17T09:21:00.004-05:00

suburban office

2011-03-08T10:20:00.029-06:00

Sienna Lynn Studio completed the interior design for a suburban Minneapolis office. This fast-track project was rewarding to see the client's vision come together so quickly! These computer technicians moved from a one room office to a much larger space, including a conference room, break room, and production area.
Before: After:

happy birthday

2011-03-01T13:08:00.001-06:00

Sienna Lynn Studio, LLC is celebrating 2 years! To celebrate, I found the wine from my birthday dinner last year, appropriately named (but spelled differently): Siena! Also note the year: 2009...perfect!

february funk

2011-02-24T09:35:00.001-06:00

February.

The shortest month of the year always feels the longest, especially after another record snow fall.

I'm hoping these yellow tulips will help fend off the winter blues.

beauty

2011-01-25T14:40:00.008-06:00

"Though we travel the world over to find the beautiful, we must carry it with us or we find it not."

-Ralph Waldo Emerson

imagination

2011-01-22T14:58:00.035-06:00

"I am enough of an artist to draw freely upon my imagination.
Imagination is more important than knowledge.
Knowledge is limited.
Imagination encircles the world."
-Albert Einstein terra cotta, sienna lynn studio
(18"x18" charcoal and pastel, framed)

flower shop

2010-11-18T16:22:00.001-06:00

excitement. history. vision. industrial-chic

Words and image board to describe the interior design & branding for a flower shop client

olivia & friends

2010-10-30T12:35:00.012-05:00

These commissioned paintings were derived from oliver and friends. "Olivia & friends" compliments the new bedding for a little girl's room in Wisconsin.

vibrant scenery

2010-10-23T11:32:00.005-05:00

“The really happy person is one who can enjoy the scenery when on a detour.”

-author unknown

tree-inspired

2010-10-13T21:55:00.005-05:00

The one-of-a-kind wall hanging is complete:

Tree Moss, sienna lynn studio

(5'-0"x 1'-7")

moss

2010-09-21T20:28:00.011-05:00

During a run earlier this Summer, I noticed some cool tree bark. I stopped to take a closer look and decided to use this color scheme in a future project.
This project: a large wall hanging with woven sticks which will incorporate these small canvases! Photos posted soon...

another season

2010-09-17T15:25:00.007-05:00

"Change is the essence of life.
Be willing to
surrender what you are
for what you could become."

-Author Unknown

grasp

2010-09-02T13:25:00.000-05:00

"I believe in the imagination.
What I cannot see is
infinitely more important
than what I can see."
-Duane Michals, Real Dreams

summer panoramics

2010-08-20T17:10:00.001-05:00

twins stadium

canturbury horse races

uptown rooftop bars

urban office completion

2010-08-19T16:45:00.011-05:00

Here is a peek at the office that Sienna Lynn Studio recently completed. The clients moved their office from the suburbs to the coolest spot in town: the North Loop, adjacent to the new Twins' stadium.

During Construction: After:

This project has been an amazing opportunity. There is still a lot to do until their open house next month!

bloom

2010-08-15T15:10:00.005-05:00

"There came a time when the risk

to remain tight in the bud

was more painful than the risk

it took to bloom"

- Anais Nin

late august bloom in the neighborhood

bubbly

2010-07-28T13:17:00.000-05:00

bubbly, sienna lynn studio (18" x 36" acrylic on canvas)

This elongated painting sets the tone for the tall entryway wall.

There is a subtle blend of paint colors from the adjacent walls in order to tie the space together. The circle motif is light-hearted and playful, perfect for welcoming guests into the home.

june 5th sunset

2010-06-07T22:37:00.000-05:00

Inspired by their outdoor Summer wedding, this custom painting was created for the newlyweds.

wedding in the winery

2010-06-05T23:16:00.010-05:00

heehee

2010-05-21T13:17:00.000-05:00

"Earth laughs in flowers."
-Ralph Waldo Emerson

rooftop jungle

2010-05-03T15:13:00.008-05:00

Over the weekend I was able to check out a rooftop exhibit at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in NY. An evolving structure made of bamboo:

http://www.metmuseum.org/

"Big Bambú is a growing and changing sculpture―a vast network of 5,000 interlocking 30- and 40-foot-long fresh-cut bamboo poles, lashed together with 50 miles of nylon rope. It will continue to be constructed throughout the duration of the exhibition. The first phase of the structure―measuring about 100 feet long, 50 feet wide, and 30 feet high―was completed by opening day, April 27. The artists and rock climbers are continuing to build up the eastern portion of the sculpture to an elevation of 50 feet. An internal footpath artery system grows along with the structure, facilitating its progress."

south beach

2010-04-05T11:37:00.003-05:00

Cheers to a fabulous girls' trip to Miami!

millie and morton

2010-03-18T07:15:00.000-05:00

"A Day at the Pond with Millie and Morton"

I created this series of circular paintings for a child's bathroom.

These whimsical characters add to every kid's favorite time of day: bath time!

my new paper weight

2010-03-10T14:55:00.000-06:00

"Vision is the art of seeing what is invisible to others."

-Jonathan Swift

urban office

2010-03-05T14:06:00.009-06:00

I am thrilled to be working on the interior design for a new office in the warehouse district! Last week we visited the site -- huge windows, exposed brick, and these 'rough luxe' columns:

Construction begins in April with an August completion date. Stay tuned for 'After' photos later this Summer!

first dance

2010-02-14T21:20:00.003-06:00

Happy Valentine's Day! The 3 year old boys all want a chance to dance with the girl in the red dress... didn't realize this would start so young!

coffee shop make-over

2010-02-02T14:29:00.021-06:00

I've been working on the interior design and re-branding of a local coffee shop. The new owner is anxious to get a fresh new look, while keeping the same great coffee and food that makes this spot so popular.

Before photo of the existing space:Sienna Lynn Studio created an image board showing the re-branding:

.create new company branding; design logo
.develop new color scheme; specify paint colors
.replace pastel carpet with dark wood flooring
.add dark chair rails along walls
.custom menu boards on galvanized metal
.new white coffee cup pendant lights
After:

fresh air

2010-01-15T09:46:00.006-06:00

After two weeks of being inside due to windchills, we took in some warm fresh Arizona air. My son's first trip on an airplane! I didn't take one moment forgranted on this special trip with family.

color trends

2010-01-07T15:02:00.003-06:00

Some boards that I recently finished for a color forecasting presentation. Four very different trends: rooted, simplified, refreshed, and treasured.
So fun to cut, glue, staple, and tape...like being a kid in art class again.

birthday celebration

2009-11-07T18:45:00.014-06:00

"I awoke this morning with devout thanksgiving for my friends, the old and the new."

-Ralph Waldo Emerson

As I celebrated my thirty-something birthday with friends old and new, I was glowing. Experiencing a new restaurant in my favorite city, we enjoyed the food and the waiter's recommendation for a free bottle of wine, appropriately named: 'Sienna!'

We talked more to our waiter, he was full of excitment because he was leaving soon for a trip that he has always dreamed of, to live in a castle in Scotland. He said the name is "Dalkeith Castle" -- the same castle that I lived in for a semester in college!

My friends and I could not believe the coincidences. Later in the evening we had drinks on a rooftop bar, loving the unseasonably warm weather. We asked the group next to us to take our picture and I realized that one of them was the 'little girl' that I babysat almost 20 years ago!

What a fun evening of nostalgia, new memories, and a feeling of thanksgiving...exactly what birthdays should be, right?

branches

2009-11-02T14:15:00.017-06:00

Some photos of a recently completed master bathroom by Sienna Lynn Studio. I painted the mural in a dark umber paint to resemble the silhouette of branches.

rough luxe

2009-11-01T09:32:00.001-06:00

The ColorMix 2010 forecast presentation was last week at International Market Square in Minneapolis. Always an interesting presentation, with inspirational images from fashion and interior design.
The design trend most intersting to me, is the "Rough Luxe" concept. Making savvy, resourceful use of what we have, and appreciating artisan flea-market finds. The juxtaposition of aged, raw materials with expensive finishes or subject matter:

(Photo courtesy of the Rough Luxe Hotel)

Many high-end hotels are integrating this design style in the interiors. I also noticed this trend on exteriors of retail shops in SoHo last week.

I love how local photographer Olivia Wagner has embraced the rough luxe look in her unique way, using aged and weathered backdrops -- such a cool look! Check out her fabulous blog: http://www.oliviawagnerphoto.blogspot.com/

(Photos by Olivia Wagner Photography)

high line

2009-10-27T15:03:00.009-05:00

I had an amazing weekend in New York. I was in awe over the High Line, a suspended park in Manhattan's West side. Built on an old railroad line, landscape architects created a gorgeous urban park above the city. Check out the website: www.thehighline.org

On a side note, the architecture made me think of a friend who is an architect in NY. About five minutes after I finished talking about him and wondering where he lives and works these days...we ran into him! What are the chances of that happening in a city of millions and millions of people?!

vision

2009-10-26T09:17:00.004-05:00

I saw the angel in the marble
and carved until I set him free.

- Michelangelo

one talented mama

2009-10-20T15:43:00.003-05:00

I always enjoy my visits with Stephanie, a good friend and owner of Stelie Designs. She does such a great job balancing her creative card & invitation business with her role as mama to two beautiful sets of twins. Such an inspiration!

http://www.steliedesigns.blogspot.com/

autumn cabin weekend

2009-10-05T22:05:00.001-05:00

A weekend away to a cabin surrounded by beautiful scenery.

Crisp Fall weather, walks, campfire, winery, good food, conversation, and great company!

synchronicity

2009-09-23T21:45:00.009-05:00

Things have been falling into place this week. As someone who worries and plans, I make an effort everyday to go with the flow and notice all the amazing things that occur along the way.
Strangely enough, my day started by seeing two large groups of wild turkeys grazing along the city highway, then a bald eagle flew above (I pulled over to see it resting on a branch). I worked on a variety of projects (and happened upon some cool things), ate lunch outside (enjoyed the 75 degree Fall weather), and spoke to several people about potential freelance opportunities. The day ended with this beautiful shot of "our favorite spot" (as my son calls it)!

(our favorite spot, 9/23/09)

Here's a link on "synchronicity" for those of you who want to have a deep thought for the day:
http://www.crystalinks.com/synchronicity.html

sunsets

2009-09-13T22:58:00.016-05:00

"Know what you want to do, hold the thought firmly, and do every day what should be done, and every sunset will see you that much nearer to your goal."
-Elbert Hubbard

pecannoot blog

2009-09-05T16:21:00.006-05:00

Check out this great blog that focuses on making every day abundant. Jess showcases her artwork as well as many other artists that align with the theme of abundance. It was an honor to see my work posted there last week!

great mn race

2009-08-31T20:47:00.001-05:00

Last weekend my brother and I participated in our 3rd urban scavenger hunt: http://www.greatmnrace.com/

Described as a scaled-down version of "The Amazing Race," teams solve clues and challenges while racing to 8 checkpoints throughout the metro area. Teams are allowed to travel by foot and public transportation only.

Exercise, fresh air, and an adventurous way to see the city!

now

2009-08-18T22:10:00.002-05:00

"Live in the moment and make it so beautiful that it will be worth remembering."

-Fanny Crosby

surrounded by butterflies

2009-08-11T14:10:00.005-05:00

After our recent visit to Como's Blooming Butterfly Exhibit, I felt so refreshed. In the midst of hundereds of butterflies, flying happily and freely, I realized just how how much my life has changed since then.

tilt-a-whirl

2009-08-09T16:30:00.001-05:00

This commissioned piece hangs in a master bedroom. Inspired by the nostalgia of my favorite ride, "tilt-a-whirl" is a fitting title for this painting (and sometimes my life in general)!

for the love of dirt

2009-08-08T10:50:00.002-05:00

I have a whole new appreciation for all the trucks I see each day. Who would guess that every single dump truck and roller truck sighting could create so much excitement for a little boy? Down the block we watch the trucks move dirt: free entertainment daily! And the newest construction toy set allows this little boy to be a "real guy working!"

zoo crew

2009-08-04T15:40:00.007-05:00

I'm working on a series of paintings called zoo crew. Rad rhino and hip-hop hippo are my favorites so far. The vibrant backgrounds and colored edges make these funky animals pop from the square canvases!

home fries

2009-08-03T20:56:00.004-05:00

I was so excited to receive my first etsy purchase in the mail from 3squares! I ordered a custom necklace which shows the Twin Cities with a Swarovski crystal at Minneapolis:

Etsy showcases thousands of artists. By ordering directly from them, prices are very competitive and you have the ability to request anything that you can dream up! Check out the pendants from 3squares:

http://3squares.etsy.com/

wow...

2009-08-01T11:23:00.000-05:00

This may be the most gorgeous "painting" that I have ever seen!
It was the view out my window during my last flight.
Breath-taking.

glow in the dark

2009-07-27T13:45:00.017-05:00

"Living is a form of not being sure, not knowing what's next or how. The artist never entirely knows. We guess. We may be wrong, but we take leap after leap in the dark."

-Agnes De Mille

(neighborhood moonlight, 7.24.09)

abundance

2009-07-19T20:36:00.004-05:00

"Always leave enough time in your life to do something that makes you happy, satisfied, even joyous. That has more of an effect on economic well-being than any other single factor."

-Paul Hawken

sunny happy days

2009-07-13T12:14:00.009-05:00

gerber daisies &

sand castles

inspiration

2009-07-11T23:35:00.001-05:00

Looking out an airplane window I found inspiration for a painting. Here's what I saw:

Do you see the tree pattern within the patch-work fields? It immediately sparked an idea for this painting, titled trust:

summer moon

2009-07-08T19:59:00.019-05:00

I just wanted to share this shot that I took of the moon last night -- so brilliant and bright!

monday design event

2009-07-07T19:08:00.002-05:00

Last evening's design event for IIDA (International Interior Design Association) was the innovative space created by friends at 20below. A couture boutique by day, fashion show venue by night, OPM recently won a retail design award for this unique space:

Here I am with a good friend and Interior Designer from 20below (yes, that's my small purchase in the zebra bag)!

back to the future

2009-06-28T21:45:00.012-05:00

(photo of the old Wagner's Drive In circa 1995)

Wagner's Drive In, a neighborhood icon since 1951, will re-open soon as Galaxy Drive In.

I'm so excited to go there when it opens! My niece will be working there as a "car-hop" just as I did when I was 16!

I have been talking about it a lot lately and unexpectedly was able to work with the Designer and play a small part in it!

After my nephew's birthday dinner this evening, I drove by and snapped these two photos of the new signage:

serendipitous

2009-06-22T19:20:00.006-05:00

Last week I was working with clients to select the paint colors for the exterior of their home. When I got to their house I said, "I've been here before, I did the faux finish in the lower level!"

The textured painting that I did for the previous owners (more than 10 yrs. ago) was still in their home and they told me I could come back and take pictures. What are the chances of that?!

They were excited to update the look of their home, including the door which is now fireweed red:

I'm working with another couple to transform the exterior of their home with color, new stone, and some minor architectural upgrades. She asked if I would continue to work with her on the interior design. The exterior will be complete in a couple weeks.

one tree

2009-06-16T09:04:00.007-05:00

Language... has created the word "loneliness" to express the pain of being alone. And it has created the word "solitude" to express the glory of being alone.

-Paul Johannes Tillich, The Eternal Now

the coolest invitation ever!

2009-06-14T15:29:00.001-05:00

I received this invite in the mail:

My brother has out-done himself -- his daughter's birthday invitation really is the coolest ever! A "Live Turning Five" Rockstar theme, complete with a CD to reveal the location & map of the party and a song included!

(If you ever want a creative invitation or logo etc, here's his email: kpaulson713@gmail.com)

Isn't it cool?

looking up

2009-06-08T13:26:00.013-05:00

"I think the world really boils down to two types of people - those who see shapes in cloud formations, and those who just see clouds."

-Danzae Pace

Here's a related entry from one of my favorite blogs. Liv has an amazing ability to capture and express what many of us are too busy to notice each day:

http://oneyearofbeauty.blogspot.com/2009/05/may-22-2009_22.html

little boy modern

2009-06-06T15:19:00.001-05:00

Here's a peek at one of the rooms that I am working on:

Before: After:

main wall color: latte sw6108

accent wall color: yam sw6643

custom window valence: dwell studio fabric

custom painting (in the works!): sienna lynn studio

toilet under water

2009-06-04T14:35:00.003-05:00

Under the sea toddler bathroom...

and another child's bathroom mural by Sienna Lynn Studio artist:

sculpture fun

2009-06-03T15:39:00.006-05:00

I finally found a spot for my favorite metal sculpture! The metal toothbrush that I made in college sits prominately on a shelf in my 1/2 bath. The obscure assignment was to create an object from an unexpected material. I put my wood-working and art metal skills to the test by making a toothbrush mold out of wood, setting nails in the bottom for bristles, pouring metal into it, and filing it down. A little odd maybe.

Even more interesting was the assignment to show a found object in an unusual texture. My green astro-turf sink was a great compliment to a classmate's fur toilet. Unfortunately I didn't capture a photo of this! As soon as the presentations were over I pitched it in the dumpster. I did manage to keep a few of my sculptures around. Instead of "form follows function," I turned my forms into functional items!

This linear, non-figurative form is now a coat rack:

and the organic+geometric combo piece is now a book end!

kickball

2009-06-01T19:18:00.000-05:00

Kickball! The popular sport from our youth has made a comeback in a big way. Park & Rec departments have organized adult kickball teams in most cities.

I mentioned a recent kickball game on my facebook page and got tons of comments from friends who are playing as well.

The coed teams are made up of Accountants, Attorneys, Designers, Pilots, and Parents...yet we're all still 5th graders at heart. Enjoying the nostelgia of some friendly competition on a gorgeous evening!

oliver & friends prints

2009-05-30T22:50:00.002-05:00

now available on the sienna lynn etsy shop:
oliver & friends prints!

(mounted to an 8x10 musuem white mat ready to frame)

spring etching

2009-05-19T07:53:00.007-05:00

Here's a picture from my front yard -- I love these blossoming trees! In the midwest the blossoms don't last long, so make sure to take in the scenery now!

The etching shows a blossom tree in a very different region. I recently completed this with watercolor and framed it with a black matte and frame.

this one's for the girls

2009-05-17T10:49:00.004-05:00

Yesterday my mom stopped over to help me with some projects and show off her new car! She took me for a ride and Martina McBride's song, this one's for the girls came on the radio. We laughed at how perfect it was to have that song playing as we drove off in her new red car!

I actually didn't know who Martina McBride was until I saw her perform at a benefit dinner last Spring. I haven't heard this song since then, but now I downloaded it onto my ipod:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6MJwdY6Y0Hw

trust

2009-05-15T09:23:00.003-05:00

Trust that little voice in your head that says, "Wouldn't it be interesting if..."
And then do it.

-Duane Michals

(photo taken at alisal ranch, santa barbara)

visitors

2009-05-12T08:36:00.004-05:00

Last week I had to complete something that was very difficult on many levels. As I read through it on my computer one last time before printing it, two orange and blue birds flew up to my window and sat on the ledge right next to me. These two little visitors sat inches from me, with only a window screen between us. They looked at me and moved their heads around and sat there for at least a minute. I felt like they were communicating with me. Maybe they wanted to tell me not to worry -- or maybe just "hi."

I painted a mini 3" x3" painting to remind me of my encounter.

happy mother's day

2009-05-10T22:26:00.002-05:00

Thank you to my little sweet heart for the best

bouquet of flowers that I have ever received!

Thank you for teaching me a new perspective on life

by playing and laughing with me every day.

it starts with paint

2009-05-08T07:34:00.000-05:00

I'm working on two projects: a master bath room (including a mural), and a little boy's room.

I can't wait to start painting! I'll post the room transformations soon!

journey

2009-05-07T07:43:00.003-05:00

"I wish you a very good journey to an unknown you've never seen."

-Pieter V. Admiraal

(I took this photo on the grounds of dalkeith castle)

shiny

2009-05-05T10:14:00.002-05:00

Sleek metallic walls for a trendy urban couple.

joy

2009-05-04T08:26:00.001-05:00

I found this plaque at a little gift shop in Minneapolis. My Dad had this quote hanging up in his home office and I always thought, that's an obvious statement, what is so special about that saying?

I realize now that happiness and joy are often confused. Many "things" can make us happy for a short time (jobs, vacations, a new outfit or car...) but true joy can only be found in us. Thanks Dad, I think I get it now.

racing

2009-05-01T09:04:00.013-05:00

...fast! ...fun!

what little boy wouldn't like huge race cars on his walls?

I had fun painting this one. It was a challenge working in a small room, but I was able to fit the red car racing around a corner!

downtown scene

2009-04-30T08:33:00.000-05:00

This Michael Birawer painting is one of my favorites. It's a scene of 10th and Nicollet in 2002.

I have a framed print that hangs in the hallway and reminds me of the past ten years downtown. I worked on 3 of these 4 corners (lol! I should clarify...) I worked at Perkins+Will Architects above the Local, Target Plaza 3, and Target Plaza North -- all shown in this fabulously funky Birawer original!

http://www.michaelbirawer.com/

inspired by scotland

2009-04-29T07:28:00.002-05:00

I created a series of etchings from my sketches and photographs while in Scotland.

This extraordinary tree captured my attention on the grounds of the Dalkeith Castle. It has seen many years...oh, if trees could talk!

And the "hairy coos" are so strange and amusing!

just do it

2009-04-28T07:21:00.001-05:00

three's company

2009-04-27T07:23:00.005-05:00

Two pears and a plum.

I was inspired to paint this simply because

I love the color combination!

(I found the perfect spot for it -- add character to the kitchen & conveniently cover the unsightly phone jack!)

new etsy shop

2009-04-26T22:36:00.004-05:00

Check out my new etsy shop:
http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=7110065

I just rolled it out, so it's brand new! Check back often as I add to it!