Magpie linocut created two ways
I sometimes have a print that starts out one way, but once it’s finished, it can take a different direction. Let me explain. I have always loved watercolor painting. Even when […]
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June Hunter spreads nature’s inspiration through her art
This past April, I had the pleasure of catching up with an artist I have long admired but never met. June Hunter is part photographer, part artist and full-time magpie […]
Passion for art at Little Cricket Gallery
When I recently made a trip to Vancouver, British Columbia, my son and I took a short car ride to visit a gallery that carries my handmade prints. Little Cricket Gallery is located […]
The unexpected gift of social media
I have a confession to make: I was dragged into social media over 5 years ago when our children were teenagers; now I am a bit of a social media junkie. […]
Heron print tells a story
On summer holiday last year, we stayed at a friend’s place on Bowen Island, B.C. on the west coast of Canada. It’s a small, magical island, just off the coast […]
Canmore railway history inspires
Canmore, Alberta came into being thanks to the railway, like so many towns and cities in Western Canada. In the 1880s, railroad construction allowed many towns and villages to establish […]
New additions to my inspiration wire
I love my art studio. If you’ve ever been here — or seen photos — you’ll know I am very blessed to be in such an inspiring place. One of […]
Emily Carr: inspirational Canadian painter
For as long as I can remember, I have been drawn to the work of Canadian painter Emily Carr (1871–1945). Not only do I love her uniquely beautiful painting style, but […]
Musings From The Studio 