My latest three photographs represented by Method Art now grace the walls of their gallery. Have you ever been to Method Art? The gallery is in the heart of Old Scottsdale, Arizona on the ‘Gallery Walk’ district. The area buzzes with activity, gallery shows, tasty restaurants and boutiques. The staff at Method Art blow me […]
I want to share an artsy event with you called Dear Edmonton. It’s a creative mash-up with an inspirational flavor and its happening this June. Many of my friends and fellow artists are organizing and participating; Dave Von Bieker, Omar Reyes, Adam Tenove, Julie Drew, Marcie Rohr and many others. I’m happy to support them. […]
How do I feel finishing my first year as a creative writing MFA grad student? Thank you for asking. I feel: Exhausted Excited Proud Motivated Educated Ready for a vacation! When I reflect on my first year at Lesley University, it’s apparent that I like to challenge myself. Oh the leisurely life of a slacker… […]
I’ve encountered some pretty frustrating situations when visiting art galleries with my kids. I’ve been stalked by security guards who glare at my children, been hassled because of my stroller (it’s small, I promise), and been booted out over a lollipop. Seriously people, our children need to be in art galleries from a young age. […]
Check out my latest article on Flurt Magazine, “How to Become an Unplugged Parent.” As parents we are bombarded with choices about technology and our children. It’s not easy to find balance but there comes a point where both child and parent must power-down in order to get the most out of life. What do […]
It was an honor to be shortlisted for the Northlands Award for an Emerging Artist. The Mayor’s Celebration of the Arts in Edmonton was great celebration of our city’s creativity. As always, it was nice to bump into other artsy folks and enjoy each other’s work. Here are some photos from the night:
Have you experienced tragedy, hardship, struggle? Are you rebuilding your life after this event? The Quiet Rebuild Portraits feature individuals, couples, families and support groups that have been through many types of life challenges but continue to pressing on. I find these people wildly inspiring. I wish to give them a voice and put a […]
When the package arrived with the Three Minus One book inside, I almost jumped to the roof. It is such an honor to be published in an anthology about child loss… which sounds kind of strange. Truly, I believe my writing about loss is one of the greatest gifts my late son Zachary could have […]
The Sobey Art Award, one of the most prestigious competitions in Canada, just announced its longlist. Across five regions of Canada, twenty five artists have been selected. With award monies mounting to a staggering $100,000 ($50,000 to the winner alone), it would seem that this is ‘the’ dream for the hard working artist. If you […]
First of all, welcome guests to my new writer & author website! It has been a serious labor of love getting this site off the ground and I am so thankful for my amazing husband who devoted countless hours to learning code and making this dream a reality. Thank you Aaron! Now, onto exciting […]
