Happy New Year 2025!
Happy New Year 2025!
I wish you a wonderful year ahead, filled with joy, good health, and prosperity.
As I reflect on the past year, my heart overflows with gratitude for my family, friends, collectors, and everyone I’ve met along the way—each of you makes my life vibrant and supports my career as an artist.
Looking Back at 2024
The past year has been filled with both work and travel, and I’m honored to have received so much recognition. One of my most memorable experiences was participating in the Schilderfestival Plein Air Invitational in Noordwijk, Netherlands. Winning the top prize was incredible, and having the festival purchase my winning painting, Intersection / De punt, for its collection was truly special to me.
I was also recognized by Florida’s Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission for my artistic contributions to conservation, and my painting Fall’s Colors was featured on the label for Proof Brewing Company.
In the Studio
I continue to host life drawing sessions with a wonderful group of local artists, and I’m so grateful for the camaraderie and creative spirit that fuels us all. We also had a fantastic workshop led by visiting artist Manon Sander, which was a true highlight.
What’s Coming Up in 2025
I have two workshops planned early in the year, and I’d love for you to join me:
Elements of the Landscape
One-Day Workshop with Karen Philpott, AIS, PAP-SE
Saturday, January 25, 2025, 9:00am – 4:00pm | Tallahassee, FL
Practice to Get Better with Direction and Planning
One-Day Plein Air Workshop with Mary O. Smith
Saturday, February 22, 2025, 9:00am – 4:00pm | Tallahassee, FL
I’ll also be teaching:
Gouache Painting Technique
One-Day Workshop with Natalia Andreeva
Sunday, April 6, 2025, 9:30am – 5:30pm CDT | Degallery, Bryan, TX
My schedule is quickly filling up, and I look forward to sharing whatever sparks my inspiration in the coming year. For more information on upcoming events and to see new artwork, please visit my website or follow me on social media.