FIND YOUR ARTAbstracted LandscapesI am intensely interested in the painting process and the feelings that bubble to the surface while I am working. This change in emphasis is a result itself of my fascination with distressed frescoes in Italy, peeling paint on walls of buildings, and the textures that are found in the natural environment.
Growing up surrounded by mountains informs the choices I make in my art. Even when I am intending to create an abstract painting, landscape aspects creep in. My most recent series, entitled Surface Tension, includes elements of mountains, trees, and reflected water in a decidedly abstract way. Please click on the shop button on each artwork to see the details and to see the work in the actual proportions. *FREE SHIPPING IN THE CONTINENTAL US UP TO 20"X20"
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Intractable Wildness
THIS PAINTING WAS SELECTED FOR EXHIBITION AT PRINCIPLE GALLERY FROM FEBRUARY 21-MARCH 16, 2025
After finding a painting that I did ten years ago, I realized that I wanted to make it brand new. I set out to paint something that was more in line with the style of work that I have been working on recently. I began by wildly painting away, hence the title of the painting. This oil painting is done on a cradle panel and is ready to hang in your home or office space to brighten your day.
Oil painting size: 24"x36"
Sun Bathing
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This bold oil painting is an abstracted landscape of a place that I would like to visit. The warmth of the colors remind me of basking the sun, and the glow that is apparent even when my eyes are closed. The framed art is an illustration of how the piece would look framed.
Oil painting size: 12"x12"
Magic Through the Trees
44This painting is a part of a new series exploring my reverence for trees. My concept here is to examine how much information I can leave out and still express how it feels to be among the branches and leaves during my walks in the woods. The framed image is for visualization purposes and not exact. This piece is framed in a wide black frame.
Acrylic painting size: 12"x12"
Approximate framed size: 16"x16"
Lacy Grove
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This oil painting has multiple layers of paint that provide a fascinating textural experience and beautiful depth of color. The piece was created on a cradle panel and is ready to hang and brighten any room.
Oil painting size: 24"x26"
Network of Dreams
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Travel is always inspiring. In 2019 I was able to visit Peru. Having never seen the Andes in person, I was unprepared for the impact they had on me. Flying in to Cuzco, I was never so happy to have a window seat on a plane. Looking down on those mountains was mesmerizing because they appeared as if a higher power had taken the land and crushed it into impossible slopes. The colors and patterns that I saw inspired me as well. I am transported whenever I think of Peru which came to mind while working on this painting in acrylic on panel.
Acrylic painting size: 12"x12"
Framed painting size: 15"x15"
Land of Unicorns
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12"x12," Acrylic on wooden panel, ready for you to frame to match your decor.
Framed image for illustration purposes only.
This is a long description:
About a month ago, a cute four year old skipped into my studio followed by her grandmother. There was something in the little girl's impish grin that moved me, and I struck up a conversation by complimenting her on her pink eyeglasses. She then shared with me what interested her at that moment, which was her new dress. Immediately, I mentioned that I liked the horses on her dress, and she responded (in no uncertain terms) that the dress was instead covered in unicorns, I knew that a bond was formed.
She expressed great interest in how I made my paintings, and I enjoy nothing more than talking about making art. So, I talked with her about how I work, the paint that I use, and the colors I like, while finding out about what interested her as well.
As time progressed, she noticed my Posca acrylic pens, and she asked me about them. She had a tough time containing her excitement as I pulled out each colorful pen that she pointed to, and scribbled on a painting panel that was at her eye-level to view.
Once she and her grandmother left the studio, I took a look at the panel and smiled. It was at that point that I saw that my free flowing, fun PLAY with a four year old visitor was the perfect start for the painting above.
Just goes to show you. You never know when inspiration will strike. Sometimes it may come bounding into the room wearing pink glasses and a unicorn dress.
A Different Story
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This painting started as many of my abstracted landscapes do, with random color placed on my substrate. After arriving in my studio and looking at the panel, I saw trees taking shape. "A Different Story" was born of my love for trees.
Acrylic painting size: 12"x12"
Approximate Framed size: 15"x15"
Sparkling Through
THIS PAINTING WAS SELECTED FOR EXHIBITION AT PRINCIPLE GALLERY FROM FEBRUARY 21- MARCH 16, 2025
Sparkling Through was painted in reaction to spending time in the trees. I love the feeling that I get when the sun comes through the leaves and branches. There is something magical about the way that the leaves seem to sparkle in the sun. This painting was made in oil and cold wax medium and is painted on a wooden cradle panel ready to hang.
Painting size: 20"x20"
Follow the Light #1
This is one in a series of pieces that I have been working on recently and would look wonderful hanging side-by-side with Follow the Light #2. I started this painting in oil and cold wax medium which imparts a lovely textural surface. This texture helps evoke the feelings that I have when I experience the light and texture that surrounds me while walking in the woods. This painting is framed in a white floater-style frame. The image provided is to illustrate how the painting could be framed.
Oil & cold wax medium painting size: 12"x12"
A Different Flower
I rarely paint flowers and I didn't set out to paint flowering trees when I started this painting, but flowering trees wanted to be painted! This acrylic painting was so much fun to create. There are layers and layers of color on this panel and it is wonderful to see them coming through the piece. Styled image is an example of how the artwork would look framed.
Acrylic painting size: 12"x12"
Approximate framed size: 15"x15"
Let the Future In
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Another painting that evokes spring to me. Somehow this painting reminds me of early spring when the trees start to flower. This painting is an example of my more abstracted style. I am happy letting it be exactly what it is! The painting is framed in a wide black wooden frame. Styled image is an example of how the artwork would look framed.
Acrylic painting size: 12"x12"
Approximate framed size: 15"x15"
Tracery
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One day I looked at a painting that I had previously completed. I liked the painting, but I something told me that I needed to do a completely different piece over it. That's when I got out my paint, and began adding color without thought or concern. A few days later, I came into my studio and knew exactly what I wanted to do with the piece and this is the end result.
This painting is oil on cradle panel and is ready to hang.
Oil painting size: 30"x30"
Jumbled Topography
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This painting went through lots and lots of changes. It wanted to be a mountain scene, and I was "somewhat" satisfied with it. One day, while working on another piece, I looked over at this one and experienced an "aha" moment and knew exactly what I wanted to do to make the painting stronger. That is one of my favorite things about making art. The solutions come to you unbidden, and it is like magic. This is the perfect piece for an area in your home or office that requires a bit of color.
Acrylic painting size: 12"x12
Framed painting size: Approximately 15"x15"
Absent for Decades
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This oil and cold wax medium painting was inspired by a place that I would like to visit. It is part of my imagination. This painting is on an archival panel and is ready for you to frame as you wish to match your decor.
Oil and cold wax medium painting size: 9"x12"
Proliferation
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This oil painting that is framed to hang as a diptych (two paintings side-by-side) was made in oil and cold wax medium that adds a lovely texture to the piece.
Take a look at detail views to see the texture.
Oil and cold wax painting size 10" x 20"
Framed size 11" x 23" (approximate depending on the space you have between them)
Imprecise Growth
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It's no secret that I love trees. This oil and cold wax painting is designed to hang side-by-side as a two-panel diptych. It is framed in a beautiful all wooden white frame and ready for hanging.
To see each side of the diptych in more detail, scroll through the photos.
Oil painting size: 10"x20"
Framed size: approximately 12"x 22" when hung side-by-side
Breakthrough
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Breakthrough is the first in a new series of paintings that were inspired by peeling paint and distressed frescoes. Painting this piece was almost meditative and I was thrilled with the end result. Although abstract, there is a landscape sensibility to this contemporary acrylic painting. The piece is framed in a contemporary black frame.
Acrylic Painting Size: 12"x12"
Framed Size: 15"x15"
Just Below the Surface
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"Just Below the Surface" is part of my new series entitled " Surface Tension." Each painting is inspired by my interest in peeling paint and distressed frescoes.. This painting is framed in a contemporary black frame and will fit in any decor.
Acrylic Painting Size: 12"x12"
Framed Size: 15"x15" NOTE: Framed image is an example, and not the exact frame used.
Layers of Meaning
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"Layers of Meaning" is part of my new series entitled " Surface Tension." Each painting is inspired by my interest in peeling paint, distressed frescoes, and as in this piece, my love of the mountains. This painting is framed in a contemporary black frame and will fit in any decor.
Acrylic Painting Size: 12"x12"
Framed Size: 15"x15" NOTE: Framed image is an example, and not the exact frame used.
Fleeting Memory
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"Fleeting Memory" is part of my newest series entitled "Surface Tension." Each painting in the series is inspired by peeling paint and distressed frescoes. This piece is also inspired by my upbringing in the mountains. The painting is framed in a contemporary black frame and will fit in any decor.
** This painting was one of 50 pieces out of a pool of 4500 paintings selected for the 2021 Art2Life International Juried Exhibition. Read the judge's statement here.
Acrylic Painting Size: 12"x12"
Framed Size: 15"x15" NOTE: Framed image is an example, and not the exact frame used.
Elevated
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"Elevated" is part of my new series entitled " Surface Tension." Each painting is inspired by my interest in peeling paint, distressed frescoes, and as in this piece, my love of the mountains. This painting is framed in a contemporary black frame and will fit in any decor.
Acrylic Painting Size: 12"x12"
Framed Size: 15"x15" NOTE: Framed image is an example, and not the exact frame used.
Counterpoint
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"Counterpoint" is part of my new "Surface Tension" series. The paintings were all inspired by my interest in peeling paint, distressed frescoes, and often my love of the mountains. This piece is ready to hand in a contemporary black frame and would fit nicely in any decor.
Acrylic Painting Size: 12"x12"
Framed Size: 15"x15"
The Source
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"The Source" is part of my new series entitled " Surface Tension." Each painting is inspired by my interest in peeling paint, distressed frescoes, and as in this piece, my love of the landscape. This painting is framed in a contemporary black frame and will fit in any decor.
Acrylic Painting Size: 12"x12"
Framed Size: 15"x15" NOTE: Framed image is an example, and not the exact frame used.
Unexpected Path
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"Unexpected Path" Started as an abstract and turned into a landscape. This happens so frequently when I work that I don't fight it. I let the painting dictate what it will be, and enjoy the journey. This painting is framed in a contemporary black frame and will fit in any decor.
Acrylic Painting Size: 12"x12"
Framed Size: 15"x15" NOTE: Framed image is an example, and not the exact frame used.
Water Edge
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This landscape is part of my imagination and was not inspired by a specific location. This painting is framed in a contemporary black frame and will fit in any decor.
Oil Painting Size: 12"x12"
Framed Size: 15"x15" NOTE: Framed image is an example, and not the exact frame used.
Anything's Possible Here
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This is another abstracted landscape that started with lots of layers of acrylic paint. It's like a treasure hunt to look closely at the painting and see colors revealed just below the surface. I let my intuition guide me with these paintings. In this case, I challenged myself to use colors that I rarely use. It was fun to work with hues that I am not as comfortable with using. Making challenges like this for myself allows me to explore my art in ways that require even more intuitive thought when it comes to the colors I choose.
This painting is framed in a contemporary wide black frame. Framed image is an example of what could be done.
Acrylic painting size: 12"x12"
A Strong Balance
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This painting is part of the Surface Tension series inspired by layers of peeling paint and Roman Frescoes, as well as the mountains I was fortunate enough to live around in my childhood. The painting was made in acrylic on panel and ready to hang.
The photographs of the framed piece are examples of how the painting would look with either a white or black frame. Please let me know which you would prefer.
Entangled
"Entangled" is part of my new series entitled " Surface Tension." Each painting is inspired by my interest in peeling paint, distressed frescoes. This painting also explores my love of trees. This painting is framed in a contemporary black frame and will fit in any decor.
Acrylic Painting Size: 12"x12"
Framed Size: 15"x15" NOTE: Framed image is an example, and not the exact frame used.
Crystalline
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This oil painting was a result of some experimentation. It reminds me of looking out in the morning to see the fog blanketing the land with the clear knowledge that a beautiful day is ahead. This piece was made using oil on an archival panel. It is framed in a black wooden frame the will coordinate with all kinds of decor. It is a great size to tuck into a location where an ethereal painting will lift your spirits.
Original oil painting size: 10"x8"
The Survivor
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This oil painting is bold and perfect as a centerpiece for a room. There are multiple layers of color and lots of paint texture. It is painted on a gallery wrap canvas and is ready to hang.
Oil painting size: 24x36 inches
As Evening Fell
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A little painting that seemed to paint itself. I love when that happens. This oil painting is 6"x6" and can be displayed on a wall or table, or tucked into a shelf.
To see display ideas, click on thumbnail photos.
Oil painting size: 6"x6"
Ready to hang for a contemporary, clean appearance or to frame