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Through this blog it is my hope to offer news bits about current graphic design challenges (my own and others) as well as fine art news. To continue with the theme of my book, “Graphic Design Exposed,” this blog will expose the development of graphic design and fine art projects. From time to time I will invite guests to blog here in order to keep the news and views fresh and informative.
Resource Depot turns waste into wonder
Being a guest columnist for The Rickie Report offers me the opportunity to satisfy my curiosity about many art related community events and institutions. My most recent assignment was to interview Jennifer O'Brien, the Executive Director of Resource Depot. Resource...
Yoga Icons artwork on canvas
Yoga Icons are now available as hand embellished fine art prints on canvas. Visit Yoga Palm Beach to view three pieces in person. Yoga icon artworks can be ordered by sending in a contact form (CLICK HERE). The artwork can be created in the color scheme of your...
Pantone Color of the Year
I've always had a strong interest in color. My final thesis paper in college dealt with the relationship between color and consumer choices. While working on the paper, my professor, the chairman of the Syracuse University Industrial Design Department, Arthur Pulos,...
Yoga series
I love my work as a graphic designer and fine artist. I am always happy to be in the studio. However, very few of my projects have filled me with as much drive and energy as the "Yoga Series." There are so many reasons why this work is deeply meaningful to me. Here...
Canine art
I had a blast working on a new piece of art in honor of my sister, Naomi's, birthday. The piece depicts her dog, Jake, and her sentiments for her beloved canine companion. The work was painted digitally. I sent two versions to Naomi. One is printed on outdoor vinyl...
Sharing my passion for communications design
Thursday, March 17, I was honored to be the guest speaker at a luncheon hosted by the Boca Raton Branch of the National League of American Pen Women. During the talk I traced my career in industrial design, painting, illustration, graphic design and as author of...
Email signatures-what’s best for you?
Keep it simple. That's the best design advice I can offer to anyone. For some of us, keeping an email signature simple is difficult. Many professionals are in the same situation as my client, accountant, Eileen Barthle. Eileen had numerous ways for people to reach...
Fringed All-Stars Worn by a Real Star
When Trina Slade Burks told me that the Converse All-Star high tops I embellished with fringe, had sold at the Art Synergy/Continuum auction to benefit Faith’s Place, I was thrilled. I was even more thrilled when I met Nina Lares, the shoes' new owner. How could I not...
Do Artists Need Special Insurance?
As a regular columnist with The Rickie Report, an online news source for artists in Palm Beach County and beyond, I interviewed attorney Sheryl Wood. Sheryl has spoken to me in the past about legal issues for artist. In The Rickie Report article Sheryl discussed...
My 4 tips for completing projects on time
I like to submit completed projects on time or in advance of their deadline. Truth be told; if a client needs something ASAP, I will do everything within my ability to complete the work on short notice. However, I do try to avoid the frantic...
“Our Sweet Tropics” Art Exhibit
I’m thrilled that I’ll be showing a selection of my paintings from my “Our Sweet Tropics” collection at the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center at Palm Beach State College in Belle Glade January 20 through January 29. On January 22 I'll be sharing the spotlight...
Commissioned painting is a recognition gift
It's always a wonderful occurrence when I am able to use my fine art skills for clients with whom I've been providing graphic design and vice versa. I am happy to share with you a recently completed watercolor painting. The painting was commissioned by Palm Healthcare...