I haven’t painted with oil paints since my undergrad days. This class was a fun opportunity to get back into them. It was also a great chance to memorialize our greyhound that passed in 2021. It’s not quite finished, but it’s close.
Open Press Project – Print Exchange 22-23
I opted into the print exchange for 22-23 to get myself printing with their amazing 3D printed press. I chose to recreate one of my favorite signs from my commuter days in Seattle. Not my best work, but lots of fun!
Squeezed in a painting on the 7th grade Catalina trip
It’s been so refreshing to be back near the Pacific Ocean. I loved the colorful life vest bungalow on the beach and felt like it would make a great painting.
Sharing a favorite recipe for the holidays
I made this print as a gift to my team and colleagues for the holidays. It was challenging to execute, but I enjoyed using our laser cutter to help make the plates and the pin registration made alignment much easier.
Metalsmithing is better together
Loved taking a metalsmithing class together with Whitney. We had lots of fun, learned to play with new tools and materials, and made some cool jewelry.
Sometimes watercolors are hard
I love a good plein air session while I travel, but it doesn’t always go to plan. I definitely had to practice this composition before I got it right. Sometimes a little black ink will save a painting, but I prefer to get it right without that extra step. This session was just outside of Montrose, CO.
A swift stop at Cadillac Ranch
Stopped here on our way to Sante Fe. Had to contribute.
My first, purpose built, home studio!
So excited about being able to build my own backyard studio. Check out the process from start to finish.
Painting my way to Texas
I tried to make a painting each day of our cross country trip to Texas (still hard to believe we’re moving to Texas!), but I didn’t quite make it. It was still fun and a good way to remember the journey.
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