

Dyeing Natural Mauve Tones
Nature’s abundant “leftovers” often invite me to experiment. After harvest in our very small Pinot Noir vineyard, I got all the rejects,...
Sep 15, 2019


Public Art for the Apollo Library
A commission for a local library requested a creative “Yes, we are open” sign and two covers for glass doors (to improve security). One...
Sep 6, 2019


Photographing in the Sun
Have often heard that you’re not supposed to do it - to photograph paintings in the sun. But look at these: the silk colors really glow....
Aug 19, 2019


The First Time in my Life
For the first time in my life, I’m growing morning glories at the entrance to our atelier. BTW: Please give us a call and come for a...
Aug 18, 2019


Roman Inspirations, a Solo Show
If you’re familiar with my life and work, you know that I’ve lived and worked in Rome, and being back in California, I visit as often as...
Jul 11, 2019


Protected Finch
When I first saw the call for entry “Connecting Our Natural Worlds”, the subject spoke to me very directly - maybe because my studio is...
Mar 15, 2019


Spring All Year Round
Each spring there are many daffodils blooming around our house and atelier. They have provided inspiration for many different sketches...
Mar 4, 2019


Leaving Treasure Island
Last year (while Peter was driving) I took photos crossing the Bay Bridge (San Francisco > Oakland, CA) which also rests on Treasure...
Feb 15, 2019


Just Finished and Delivered
This year 2019, started with the aim to enjoy making little abstract stitched paintings or art quilts. May I dare to admit my challenge...
Jan 21, 2019


What IF ?
Exploring new things, places, techniques, materials and so on often begins with “What if…?” Let me share my recent journey into natural...
Dec 29, 2018