Welcome to the World, Mae Lily

My new grandchild, Mae Lillian, arrived on January 19.  She is beautiful, has lots of hair, and is such a welcome addition to the family.  Her mom wanted a watercolor piece for Mae's room.  She wanted it to include some Lily of the Valley and this is what I came up with!  It is at the framer and will show up in Seattle as soon as it is framed!

The Kathy

Another entry in the Teacup Generation Series.  This cup is "The Kathy".  It tells the story of Kathy, the poet and creative multi-crafter!  The cup is one of her favorites in her collection of cups, and came from her mom's collection.

Recipe Art Calendar and Teacup Calendar

My Recipe Art Calendar for 2015 is back from the printer and available for purchase! Great gift for the holidays, twelve of my favorite recipes for the year and original art for $16. You can find it at Rudy's - A Cooks Paradise in downtown Twin Falls, or email me and I can fill your order. Rudy's also has my Teacup Generation Calendar that is new this year. The teacup calendar has a different watercolor teacup each month. It is stands up on your desk or counter, and sells for $10. Find Rudy's-A Cook's Paradise at 147. Main Ave. W. in Twin Falls, ID.

More Teacups!

These are the latest in my series of teacups.  I have been on to other things and have forgotten about posting!  The cup on top is from the collection of my friend Delores who loves to set a beautiful table and uses her good dishes when we have dinner at her house.  The lower cup was part of my Mom's collection and now belongs to my daughter Paula.  The silver spoon is Rosepoint, and a piece from my Grandmother's silverware set.  Painting the spoon was a challenge in foreshortening!!

The Teacup Generation Series: The Ann and The Janet

These two new teacup paintings are part of the current show at the Twin Falls Center for the Arts.  I have nine teacup pieces in the Idaho Watercolor Society regional show that is on display at The Center.  These two cups are named after two friends that I have known for as long as I have lived in Idaho - 35 years - a lifetime!  The Ann cup is from Ann's mother Winnie, I believe, and I was fortunate that Ann sent me a picture since she moved before I could photograph her cups. The Janet cup came from Victoria and is a memento of her trip to Canada.  I have had a lot of fun visiting friends and taking pictures of their teacup collections and hearing the teacup stories.  The bond to the past is alive and well!   

Coming to The Gallery Today?

Spring opening at The Gallery today.  The Gallery is a co-op that includes nearly 50 artists.  It is located in the Lynwood Shopping Center in Twin Falls.  Come by and check out the new work by local artists.  I will be there for part of the day and have just added cards and hand painted gift bags for Mother's Day if you are looking for something unique for that special MOM in your life.  Stop by and say hello!  Music from 4-8 p.m., and of course we will have those lovely European pastry treats to sample while you enjoy the art.

Art & Soul in the Magic Valley

Wood River Aspens!  

Ok people!  It is time again for Art & Soul!  Come see my painting at Randy Hansen Automotive in Twin Falls. (on Pole Line Road)  If you haven't heard about Art & Soul, it is a community wide art show beginning on Friday, April 18 and ending on May 3.  Art lovers and the people they drag along are invited to go by local businesses to view original art pieces and then vote for favorites.  My entry is number 4-043.  You can pick up a brochure/map at Twin Falls Center for the Arts or stop in and get one at one of the businesses displaying art.  Look around town for the colorful flags and stop by to see what it is all about.  It is a fun way to spend an afternoon!    And then vote for your favorites.  Did I mention that my number is 4-043.  Prizes are big...$32,000 in all.  That's walkin' around money!  Your local artists will appreciate your votes!