Opening Night

This year’s 3rd Annual Wine Box Art Show kicks off with opening night festivities at The Barefoot Spa.  On Saturday, August 18th from 6:00 – 9:00pm, guests can view all the wine boxes, place early bids in the silent auction and even purchase wine boxes at special “buy now” prices.  Remember, ALL proceeds go to […]

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Art as Comfort

It is a fascinating study to see the types of artwork that are produced during times of extreme trauma or stress.  While that sounds very obtuse and insensitive, art history always asks “why?” an artwork is created.  Asking difficult questions about art can provide a better understanding of an artwork, an artist and the intentions […]

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Explore Your Creative Side!

This past Sunday I was invited to paint LIVE during two services at St. Luke’s UMC in Orlando, FL as a way of promoting their upcoming Take pART event.  I am honored and humbled to be a member of the planning committee for this event and the curator of the Fine Art Gallery area of […]

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Another Year Passes

Last week, Central Floridians honored and celebrated the 49 souls lost at Pulse in a multitude of memorials and events.  It is sometimes difficult to comprehend memorializing the anniversary of a horrifying massacre at a dance club.  I am comforted in the thought that remembering and weeping helps sustain the memories of the 49 and […]

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Animal Art Show

Join me this Saturday for a celebration of all things furry and feathery at The Barefoot Spa. From scales to tails and paws to claws, this show has something for everyone. This show has already generated a lot of buzz in the community and a few pieces have sold.  Have no fear!  Artists always have another […]

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A Grateful Artist

It is not easy being a creative person and it can be very difficult to make that creative passion your occupation.  I am so grateful to the small business owners, curators and art organizers who work so diligently to make sure the arts are not only represented in Florida, but also celebrated. Here are all […]

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United We Fringe

The second week of the Orlando Fringe is well underway and, despite constant rain for nine days straight, spirits are still high.  In fact, multiple shows are already selling out! I am also pleased to report that this year’s Visual Fringe features the work of 60 local artists which amounts to 140+ pieces of artwork.  […]

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Visual Fringe

The Orlando Fringe officially kicks off tonight with a very special teaser show and ribbon cutting ceremony.  In its 27th year, the Orlando Fringe is headed full-speed into the future of theatre with no sign of slowing down. The Orlando Fringe also features a visual art component called Visual Fringe.  Visual Fringe celebrates the talents […]

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Orlando Fringe

Only a few short weeks until the most wonderful time of year… the Orlando Fringe! Did you know that the longest running Fringe festival in the U.S. takes place right here in Central Florida?  Imagine two weeks full of theater productions, dance shows, spoken word events, concerts, kids activities, magicians, puppeteers, visual artists, food, BEER […]

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Shop Small & Shop Local!

THANK YOU to the many small businesses throughout Central Florida who choose to showcase the work of local artists. I am so grateful for these partnerships and I encourage everyone to shop small and shop local this holiday season.  If you can support an artist in your community – do that, too! This December, you […]

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