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I have opened my art to allow a limited number of my works to be printed. They are available on Fine Art America. I just ordered the 18″ bag and 10 blank greeting cards and I am impressed with the print quality. Please hop over and take a look. Let me know what you think…leave a comment.
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If you haven’t visited my site lately then you haven’t seen the recent updates yet. CHECK IT OUT! I’m gradually transforming a significant part of the site from a focus on writing to a showcase of artwork. Over the past year, the art world has completely captivated me, and the momentum hasn’t let up. Here’s a quick update on some exciting milestones: In August, I was accepted into the SAAG Art Gallery here in Tucson, followed by my acceptance into…
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I am excited to share with you all a new page on this website: ART Over the past year I set my writing aside to expand my creative outlet to include the visual arts. I began in watercolor and have now moved to a mono printing process called Gel Printing. I have become obsessed! Don’t get me wrong…writing is still an important part of my life, and you can still find my wordsmithing mostly on my other blog, AbitraryDustBunnies. My…
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Enjoy today’s gallery of recent artwork from my studio. Continue reading →
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Right now, the Arizona poppy in my favorite flower. It is painting the landscape in the Tuscon area in seas of orange. The Arizona poppy (Kallstroemia grandiflora), is a striking wildflower native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. Also referred to as the Desert Calico or Mexican Poppy, this resilient plant is renowned for its vibrant orange-yellow blossoms that paint the arid landscapes with bursts of color, particularly during the springtime. Thriving in dry, rocky soils and arid…
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Meet the jojoba shrub (Simmondsia chinensis), a fascinating plant renowned for its versatile uses and resilience in arid climates. Native to the deserts of the American Southwest, this evergreen shrub has captured the attention of skincare enthusiasts, environmentalists, and sustainable industries alike. We in the Sonoran desert love it for its resilience in our landscape. Natural Beauty Secret: Jojoba oil, extracted from the seeds of the jojoba (pronounced ho-ho-ba), is a prized ingredient in skincare products. Rich in vitamins E…
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Have you ever encountered a hornworm in your garden and marveled at its size and bright green appearance? These intriguing creatures belong to the family Sphingidae and are renowned for their voracious appetite and unique features. After the chrysalis stage, the hornworm emerges as the sphinx moth. In southeastern Arizona, 49 species of sphinx moths have been collected. Hornworms are large, robust caterpillars with distinctive horn-like protrusions at their posterior end, hence their name. These “horns” are harmless and are…
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Discovering the Marvels of the Green Lacewing In the intricate tapestry of the natural world, there exists a creature so delicate yet mighty, so unassuming yet crucial to the balance of ecosystems – the Green Lacewing. Often overlooked amidst the buzz of charismatic species, this dainty insect holds a pivotal role in maintaining ecological harmony. Let us embark on a journey to unravel the enigmatic beauty and remarkable contributions of the Green Lacewing. The Elegance of Nature’s Design At first…
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One of the great things about living in the Sonoran Desert are the variety of plants that grow here. Today, I give you the Fairy Duster (Calliandra californica) and the Fig Tree (Ficus carica). Continue reading →
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