What is it and WHY?

"Full Metal Jacket" Mixed Media 18x24"

It's been a very long time since I have worked in mixed media, but something kept pulling at me... to paint like this again (taking a break from pastels).  I was thrilled that my first attempt, in all these years, won a 2nd place award in Mixed Media at the RSVP show in Cheyenne.  You may wonder why I am just now posting after the show is over?  I must admit I was actually putting the finishing touches on the painting the day before it was due and forgot about taking a photo, so here it is! As I worked in this abstract mixed media, I kept asking what do I see, and what is the story I am telling and the big question WHY?  My answers may not be yours and that is OK the exciting thing about abstract is the journey in finding your story in the painting....and the wondering WHY?  I would love to hear about where the painting takes you!

Art Partnering with MER Tax Accounting and Consulting

"Pond at Dubois" Pastel Painting can be viewed at MER Accounting

A few months ago I became part of an exciting new organization in Cheyenne, Art Partners.  The Arts Alliance of Cheyenne initially began the project by assisting and bringing together local artists with businesses which belong to the Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce.  The idea of the project is to promote the growth of the arts in Cheyenne, beautify chamber businesses and provide a gallery option for local artists.

My first Chamber event was to attend the Business Expo held earlier in November.  Having never been to a chamber function I found Little America to be contagious with enthusiasm.  I made a connection with Mary Richey, local business owner of MER Tax Accounting and Consulting and I now have 6 of my paintings in her business located at 4104 Laramie Drive here in Cheyenne!  If you are looking for an accounting service check out MER and while there take a peek at some of my work hanging on her walls.  All this December I am offering 20% OFF my paintings exhibited at the local businesses, MER Accounting and Sedona Fitness for Women.