Gordes is a small hill town in the Provence area of France. The day our group visited, we were there for a short time, and I had time for only two small drawings in […]
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Cabrières d’Avignon
The trip to France was wonderful. Here is a page from my journal with “snapshots” from around the quaint old town of Cabrières d’Avignon. One morning I started out early and made quick drawings […]
Filling the Well
In this technique, you go beyond simply recording, and start “filling the well” with source material for future creative ventures. You begin to combine your experience of the place with your personal interests. Of course, […]
Borrowing Language
Words and images combine well in a travel journal. But if you don’t consider yourself a writer, don’t dispair. Here are several ways to add language to your pages. Incorporate printed ephemera (items designed to […]
Getting Acquainted with the Landscape
In preparation for my upcoming trip to France, I’ve been reviewing my notes about travel journaling and looking back at what I’ve done on past trips. Most of my journaling falls in three categories and […]
The Gift of Appreciation
Many thanks to those who came to my open studio this past weekend. As I wrote this sentence, it seemed inadequate to express my gratitude. In the past few weeks, I’ve been working hard to […]
Beware the Lizards
I’m excited to be participating in Columbia Open Studios this weekend! With only 4 days to go, I’m framing new work and cleaning up so you’ll have room to walk around and see my bold, […]
What to Pack?
It’s almost time to pack art supplies for the summer travel season. Where are you going this summer? Where is your favorite place to paint? What sort of kit do you pack? I’m excited to […]
Upcoming Events, May 2011
Please join me for these upcoming events in May: Trenholm Artists Guild May 9, 2011 6:30 p.m. At Forest Lake Park, 6820 Wedgefield Rd, Columbia, S.C. “Don’t Be Confused By Reality” I will […]
Work in Progress
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