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The past months have been quieter in the studio than I would have planned. Life occasionally rearranges our rhythms, and this season has been one of those times. Even so, the habit of looking for inspiration never really stops. When I am out driving, I still find myself watching the sky—those shifting layers of light and cloud that seem to change by the minute and often stay with me long after the drive is over. Or admiring the shapes of the land carved out by water.  Or the changing seasons of a farmer's field.   We are blessed.

 

While the easel has been waiting, the work has continued to move out into the world.  Among some of the works that found new homes are:

 

"Overlooking Constitution Marsh" 

Sold at The Bannerman Island Gallery, Beacon, NY       

Overlooking came from the patience of watching the effect of the setting sun. You have to wait for that moment—and then it’s gone.
This painting holds one of those last moments, when the marsh is most alive with color.    

 

 

         

"Bend in the River"

                                Also sold at The  Bannerman Island Gallery, Beacon, NY

 

Bend in the River holds a midday calm, where the colors are bright and soothing.   And yet, the water has not reached its destination—it continues to wander, finding its way toward the river.                                    

 

 

One of my cold wax paintings was accepted into the Women Artists of the DMV 19th Exhibition, a show I was especially proud to be part of. It was gratifying to see it hanging among so many strong voices. (DMV refers to the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region.)

The exhibition included over 600 women artists across 19 venues, and I was delighted that this piece found a new home there.

"Presence", 

Sold at Falls Church Art Gallery, Falls Church, VA

In this painting, I was responding to what was happening on the canvas. From the first mark, it seemed to take on a life of its own. A figure began to appear—somewhat hidden—and I had to be careful not to over-define it, allowing it to remain just beneath the surface.

This piece says many things to me. It isn’t meant to be representational, but emotional… and, in its own way, reverent.

 

We live in a remarkable world that continually fills me with wonder. I am grateful for the opportunities that allow me to continue this work with reverence.

 

Artfully yours,

 

Virginia