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Sharing behind the scenes information about being an artist and advocating for agriculture.
July Workshop Recap
This past weekend's painting workshop was so much fun with such a great group! Some techniques we talked about were dry brushing, painting from light to dark with acrylics (and also learning how to break that rule ) blending, and stenciling. We even used hair dryers to help speed up the...
Jersey Fresh Contest
The New Jersey Department of Agriculture is running their 7th year of a photo contest on social media. This year's theme is Jersey Fresh is COOLER. I recently entered the contest with a photograph I took at Tice Family Farms in Elmer. They had a huge American flag displayed on...
July Painting Workshop
On Saturday, July 24 from 1-3PM, show your love for the red, white, and blue with this unique wooden board painting workshop. The American shaped wood board measures 13" x 11.5" x .75" and comes ready to hang in your home with an attached jute string. The board will be prepped with...
Art Supply Birthday Present
For my birthday, I decided to buy Liquitex Acrylic Gouache. I absolutely love acrylic paints and I have been curious to experiment with their new acrylic product offering I decided to treat myself to a starter set.What is gouache? Traditional gouache is a highly pigmented paint that is similar to watercolor because it remains...
June Workshop Recap
This past weekend I held a painting workshop at my gallery with a really great group of ladies. We painted watermelons on a 10" x 10" white washed pallet board. We learned about painting from dark to light with acrylic paints, techniques of blending, and creating depth with gradients.
Studio Time Lapse
Here’s a time lapse of what I’ve been working on in the studio. This painting is on a cradled 6" x 6" panel and I am using Liquitex paints with Rapheal paintbrushes. I have been working on this painting with one of my private art lesson students and I decided...
Honorary NJ State FFA Degree
On Friday, June 4th, I was invited to attend the Salem Tech FFA Banquet. It was a beautiful night to enjoy an outside buffet and awards ceremony. Students were recognized for the individual and chapter achievements. I really enjoyed seeing the camaraderie amongst the chapter and especially the senior send off. It...
June Workshop
Embrace the summer season with this watermelon painting workshop. The white washed board comes ready to hang with a jute twine and measures 10” x 10”. The watermelons will be traced onto your board prior to the workshop for you! All supplies are included in the price of the workshop. Class size is small to...
Stickers!
Introducing a new product - stickers! They feature my original acrylic paintings printed on matte vinyl. Each measure about 2" x 3" and would make a great addition to your sticker collection! Add your favorite painting to your water bottle, computer, or water bottle for some rural nostalgia.
Mural Timelapse Video
This past weekend I revealed my recently completed mural video during the Salem County Arts in Bloom Studio Tour. Visitors to my gallery really enjoyed seeing the animals being painted and how both Four Seasons Campground murals came to completion.
Finding Comfort in Blooming Flowers
This week my Irises began to bloom for the first time at our new house. Last year we transplanted a few from out first home right before we sold it. All at once they bloomed together in a beautiful display. I didn't realize how emotional I would be seeing them bloom at our new...
The Power of Words
Have you ever had someone tell you something that gave you the courage follow your dreams? My Uncle Regan said something years ago that ultimately led me to the career I am in today: artist and art educator. When I was about 12, my uncle was visiting our family and...
Mother's Day
Mother’s Day is less than two weeks away. You can shop unique, beautiful gifts on my website and have it shipped to you or right to mom! All items feature my original paintings and made by me in my Salem County art studio
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Mural Installations
Last Friday, April 16th, I took the murals to Four Seasons Campground for installation. I was fortunate that my husband, Chester, was available the morning of delivery as I needed his help carrying the heavy murals down the stairs from my second floor art studio. We loaded the murals and...
2021 Salem County Arts in Bloom
This year‘s Salem County Arts in Bloom Studio Tour is just one month away! May 15 & 16 will be both in person and virtual. Be sure to check the Salem County Arts in Bloom Studio Facebook page and website for updates: www.artsinnloomnj.com I will be be hosting my good...
April Painting Workshop
On Saturday, April 10 from 1-3PM, embrace the spring season with this tulip tin painting workshop. The galvanized tin comes with a frame ready to hang and measures 10” x 10”. The tulips will be traced onto your tin and will be prepped with gesso prior to the workshop for...
Mural Project: Week 4
After many early mornings, late nights, and all day paint sessions, I am so excited to announce that I am finished the murals! This past week, I painted the board under the window animals and moved onto the pig. I was really looking forward to painting the pig the most...
Mural Project: Week 3
Continuing on the third week of the Four Seasons Campground Mural I have begun painting the window. Since the background is already painted, I decided to begin painting the goat, which is on the left side. My favorite part to paint was the ears! Next, I moved onto the alpaca....
Mural Project: Week Two
This is the second week of the mural project for Four Seasons Campground and I finally began the fun part - painting! First, in order to meet the preferred deadline I started by writing down each element that needs to be painted. I counted the number of days until the...
Mural Project: Week One
This week I am beginning a new mural project for Four Seasons Campground. They are updating their cafe to look like a barn and wanted custom murals to add some charm as customers passed through the new area. A good family friend, Bill Taylor of TBI Unlimited is completing the hardscaping...
About The Artist
I am a professional acrylic painter and certified art teacher. I use my artwork to advocate for farmers and showcase the beauty that exists within country living.
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