You can make embossed foil wall art in five easy steps! This is a great project to do on your own or with kids. I have done this process with students of all ages in my art classes a couple different times, and it has been a great success! Step 1: Gather Supplies Here’s what… Read More
If you are familiar with collegiate sports, you know all about in-state rivalry between universities! I live in Lawrence, Kansas, home of the University of Kansas Jayhawks, which is my alma mater. Down the road a bit is a town called Manhattan, Kansas, home of the Kansas State University Wildcats. And yes, these two schools… Read More
This whimsical vintage camper painting was a delight for me to create! Such fun to combine a variety of colors and elements! I painted it using turquoise color for the camper and red for the awning, pillow and other accent features. After creating the original painting, I digitally altered the colors of the camper and… Read More
It’s back to school time and this is the first August in 13 years that I will not be teaching art at Veritas Christian School in Lawrence, Kansas! I have truly enjoyed my years of sharing my love for art with the Veritas 7th-12th graders. But recently, I sensed God leading me to a new… Read More
This Easter Sunday finds me Gazing at my Savior, for He has transformed my life and is my everything! Through His death and resurrection, His precious blood has provided me with salvation, healing, deliverance, peace, joy and contentment. I once was lost, and now I am found! I am aware of this truth throughout the… Read More
“The earth laughs in flowers”, a quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson, expresses an aspect of the glorious world we live in. When I imagine the earth laughing, I can see the flowers breaking forth in bloom, bringing joy and beauty to all! On the other hand, this quote gives us a glimpse of what happens… Read More
Happy New Year! This is one of the first baby portraits I have done. Since this one, I have had the privilege of painting several more! Babies are so sweet and beautiful and so much fun for me to paint! Their skin is so fresh and new! And their facial expressions are honest and real. In… Read More
Merry Christmas! I painted this Santa with Baby Jesus painting several years ago, but it holds a dear place in my heart. I love Christmas! I love the decorations, the music, the gift giving, the time with loved ones and the joyful atmosphere of the season. I love the family traditions we have created and… Read More
“To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven.” Ecclesiastes 3:1 Turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes & gravy, green bean casserole, pea salad (Grandpa’s favorite!), cranberries and rolls until we are stuffed! But my husband says there’s always room for dessert. So, bring on my daughter-in-law’s homemade pumpkin pie with whipped cream!… Read More
