I am grateful for the fabulous weather at Studio North in beautiful Narragansett! Time is filled with painting, family, beach and rocks....

Arriving in New England in May is very revealing. The grass and trees are coming back to life. They reveal sleepy brush, a few nests, and...

This has been an interesting week. I'm in RI for some health checks and love being in my studio here. Winter is alive and I have an...

Resilience is a process of adapting to difficult challenges and experiences. This christmas cactus (6 years) and the poinsettia (3 years)...

I recently found time to pick up a few books that I had previously purchased. One of them was a retrospective of Willem DeKooning. He has...

A few sunny days have finally arrived, but the rainy days had something to offer too. I decided to look through the rain and sketch the...

I generally work in a bit of a mess but not when it comes to brushes Several of my students kid me that I am particular about washing my...

Time in this art journey certainly comes at a premium. I find myself spending smaller amounts of time in the studio. Even short bursts of...

2 friends got together and decided to put their energy into something positive in this difficult climate. One designer, one artist, with...

The Joan Mitchell Show Baltimore Museumn of Art "you can always apply more paint"... -tgirard I am honest to say that I didn't go into...

It is certainly the time of year to think about loved ones. I recently refinished one of three steamer trunks that my Mom brought with...

I recently completed summer camp in my studio. 5 long time colleagues with guest coach Bernd Haussmann.We talked a lot about breathing...

I am often asked the question, "why don't you set up a palette when you begin a painting?" There are actually several answers to this...

NEW DATES ADDED! Monday/Tuesday March 8-9 Level 1 Thursday/Friday March 11-12 Level 2 Center for the Arts Bonita Springs Beginning mid...

At this time of year my thoughts turn to those who have made my art life possible. I treasure all students, clients, colleagues, and...

"Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all others." -Cicero Gratitude has been shown to increase empathy and...

2 new workshops have been added for winter 2021! The center takes the utmost care to remain safe and covid free. They follow all...

"in full bloom" 44 x 46 Several of you have asked what brand of color I use. Painting tools are very personal, your choices may depend on...

During my first lunch at a private club a colleague asked why I left a tip. "its included, she said" I responded, "All work has dignity."...

My approach to non objective art evolved organically. I moved from realism looking for a broader expression, and more of a challenge...