Virginia, United States
I guess you could say I was born an artist! My intrinsic artistic abilities appeared around the age of 1½ years old when I began scribbling colorful imagery on my bedroom walls, later carving designs and cryptic messages on my parent’s fine furniture. Over the years, I have continued my artistic endeavors working as a monotype printmaker, painter, mixed media artist, and jewelry maker.

Monday, July 7, 2014

Withered, Summer Encaustics!

OK, I know, it has been in the high 90's, but the Encaustics go on!
This one is titled appropriately, 'Withered' 12 x 12. 

Sunday, July 6, 2014

Encaustic Monotypes!

     Last week I had the pleasure of teaching encaustic monotypes, an intro course! Fleta Monaghan, who is  creator of 310 Art at the Rivers Edge, Arts District, Asheville, N. C. , organized a Hot and Cold show with artists from across the Nation who work with wax, hot or cold. The show runs through the end of July. She also organized a week of wax classes! The week began with Cindy Walton and cold wax, followed by Erin Keane, Bet Kindley, and myself. 

     The classroom was absolutely fantastic! We had four hot boxes and several palettes with small plates fro printing! Enkaustikos provided samples and I was able to find paper sample packs on their website! The intro class covered safety (which is always first and foremost in importance), papers, mediums, working techniques, how to mount or show the works, and we ended class with a critique and discussion of the process. A special thanks to everyone behind the scenes for making this class a success! I look forward to seeing you again!



A snapshot of our classroom.

 Erin painting her plate.


 A finished (or not) print.


 Fleta working on a plate.
 Rebecca taking a break.

 Finished pieces!

Jean's favorite!