So, Here goes. I have to say that this is perhaps the most terrifying step in putting my art ( and thus) myself “out there”. Let me explain the why and then you can be the judge if this was a good idea. Perhaps it is the knowing you will indeed “be the judge” that I am a intimidated. Please be kind.

In my life I have tried to embrace adventure. The ups and downs in life. Those unexpected changes in schedule, weather, health, relationships, location, terrain, attitude, body shape; All of it! Well, maybe not “embrace'“, but I do try to see them all as learning experiences. Those things that add interesting texture and grooves to an otherwise boring life. Now sometimes (O..K., most times) it’s my flaws or mistakes that create this “texture”. But these things are still a part of me and my story.

I try to lean in.

One flaw that was pointed out to me by friends whom I was unfortunately on an e-mail thread with, was that my written conversation was difficult to follow. This came as a complete shock to me because I had always thought of myself as a witty and concise author of delightful tales. However, I suppose that I write the same way that I speak ( which tends to be fast paced and ever-changing direction). Throw in my enjoyment of over punctuation and the occasional run-on sentence and is it any wonder that I am concerned about the whole “blogging” thing? Now I ask you to put down your red marker and I promise to hold back on punctuation try to keep posts to one or two points: My art, a glimpse into my life and maybe what’s on my mind. Oh, dagnabbit that’s three!

Well, those who truly know me, know that I will most always choose to be outside jumping, climbing, cycling, hiking, exploring and adventuring more than anything else EXCEPT drawing or painting! However, for me, one does not exist without the other. Being outside, getting dirty, pushing to try new things, often failing and sometimes falling, allows me to relish in small accomplishment , explore possibilities and to see unique beauty. Then, hopefully, bring the same thing to each painting or drawing of every character, landscape and image I create.

So, I do hope you can overlook (maybe even “embrace”) my mistakes long enough for me to share my creative process and maybe even find some commonality in my “hot mess” of a personality. If nothing else, laugh a little and enjoy the adventure of a creative trying to find her place in this big, social media world. Good luck to us both