Snowed in with Paint and an Easel- Oh Darn

     I mean, I could get out if I had to. It's not like we're stuck in the frozen tundra with no other options. Been there, done that, and this is not that. That being said, I am absolutely fine with being snowed in with paint, coffee and an easel. It's what winter work is all about. Even without snow I would be in the studio painting with the fire burning right next to me. The snow right outside the window just helps the vibe.

   This is a page from my illustrated art journal. If you're a reader of my blog you know that my journal is the place where I play. Play with color, patterns, textures, and just let my imagination go. 

     And this is where it went! I used this image for our holiday cards, because it was pleasing how wintery and festive it turned out. Once I got the prints back, it led to me thinking of ways to print other pages of the journal. 

Mind you, the pages of the journal are not for sale, nor are they intended to be displayed to the public. They are where I play. BUT.... some of them are simply spectacular!! So, in spite of myself and my journal privacy rules, I decided to re-work some of the pages and PUT THEM OUT THERE. Drum roll please: I have decided to offer a select few of the pages as prints on canvas. 

Here is the first pair of prints on canvas. Entitled "The Tree We See".

The pair is printed on gallery wrap canvas, 11" x 14" each. 

The inspiration for these came from re-reading one of my favorite books, The Overstory by Richard Powers. The tree we see above the ground is only part of the story. Under the ground is where all the gears are in motion that give the tree its character and its longevity. So this is my first expression of "the tree we see". 

Next up, another pair, also from the pages of my journal, also available as 11 x 14 prints on canvas. 

It's an expression of my ongoing theme of light through leaves, entitled Early Spring Light. It's something to look forward to, when the ferns unfurl and the trees bud after the long winter. 

These new art pieces are available in the shop.

For those interested in purchasing from my Etsy shop, use this coupon code at checkout for 20% savings:

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(Please allow 4-6 weeks on print orders).

I will also have the prints at my upcoming shows, as well as many new pieces. Check out my 2025 show schedule here. 

I hope to see you at a show this spring or summer! Please don't hesitate to reach out if you are ready to discuss a custom piece of art.