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 Show season is up and running!

Next up: One of my favorites, the Crosby Festival of the Arts. It will be held in the beautiful Toledo Botanical Garden June 28-30. I'll be in booth 178 - the Purple Zone- which is where I've been located before. 

     One thing I love about this event is the location. My booth is situated close to the herb garden, which is laid out on an inviting pathway, full of life and color. I look forward to taking photos of the gardens, which will eventually find their way into my art. Here's some from last year:




     I'm excited to return to the event with my mixed media collage paintings. I've been at work on some new pieces, which will also be available. Here's a sneak peek at the latest work:







       I'm still aiming to capture that path of light through leaves. 
I combine paint, papers, ink, wax resist, linocut printing, colored pencils and canvas. My aim is to combine these various materials to express life in its untamed tangle of exuberant growth. 

     I hope to see you at the show! Remember, if you are my client and ready to add to your collection, I will honor a 20% client discount. If you are unable to attend but interested in a purchase, email me with the details of what you want and we'll make it happen. 






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