The myth of catching up
I had a goal this weekend. I was going to catch up and then get some painting done, taking advantage of the energy I felt coming off Margaret Godfrey‘s workshop.…
Tara Choate Un-caped crusader?
I have a sometimes exhausting list of things I am protesting. Frankly, even I get lost sometimes. Here’s a short list of the top issues: Puppy mill pets (dogs, cats,…
The random day that helps you with perspective
Warning, right up front. This post is about weight loss, medical stuff, and emotions. Stop reading now if you’re in it for the humor or the art. Daily Summary I…
Margaret Godfrey workshop, day 2
Yes, I’m a day late with this post. My excuse is just that learning stuff is hard work. Saturday (day 2) of the workshop focused on allowing students to explore…
Margaret Godfrey workshop, day 1
I have been really struggling to paint the last few months. Moving and then the holidays just really took the wind out of whatever sails were still around. So, when…
Goodbye, Bella
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After work expedition
After work I felt like a tiny drive, so I loaded up the dogs and headed south to find someplace to take everyone out for a run… Or walk with…
Confused about my fairy tale identity
Tomorrow a handy person arrives to do some minor home repairs. Yes, they are minor… but I still want them done the way I want them done. The difficulty in…
Learning the whole bag of tricks
This weekend is the spring Watercolor Society of Oregon convention, held at the Oregon Garden. First, let me say, “WOW! What a show!” Held at the stunning Oregon Garden, the…