Northwest Iowa Fence & Ladder
January 25, 2024
Another disappearing barn from our Iowa landscape, part of my ongoing series of these old structures. This barn had tiny windows, which caught my eye, and the ladder in front. more »
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Southern Iowa Barn
October 26, 2023
Barn structures are always a favorite with me. This particular barn belonged to a close neighbor of ours and was built in 1906. more »
Bowl of Flowers
October 12, 2023
This design began in 2019 and sat unfinished on my shelf for a couple years. Sometimes I hit a dead-end while working, and the best thing to do is set it aside for a rainy day. more »
Bebop Blues Guitars
March 22, 2023
This composition was inspired by guitars that we saw at the Museum of Making Music in Carlsbad, California, a few years ago. There was a display of many interesting musical instruments and interactive displays. more »
Imperial Lion
July 6, 2022
This amazing Asian sculpture captured my attention while visiting the pagoda on the Des Moines riverbank near the Botanical Center. more »
Final Chapter
May 4, 2022
My love affair with the old barns in Iowa continues. I have been roaming the countryside photographing these distinct structures that are full of character. more »
Gwen Ifill
March 14, 2022
This portrait is part of my Black History Month series featuring important women of color. I chose women who have inspired me, and I plan to add to this portrait series. This painting features Gwen Ifill, journalist and newscaster. more »
Kalpana Chawla
March 7, 2022
This is a collage of astronaut Kalpana Chawla. It is part of my Women of Color exhibit from February 2022, a collection of women who have inspired me and others. more »
Michelle Obama
March 1, 2022
This is an acrylic collage of former First Lady Michelle Obama. She is one of the inspiring woman of color I chose to paint for my Women of Color project in February 2022. more »
Maya Angelou
February 24, 2022
This portrait was created as part of my Women of Color exhibit for February 2022. more »