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Going Big – Adventures in Large Paintings

June 9, 2017

I have finally decided to put my mural skills to work in my studio. After many years of plein air painting on small panels, I am really enjoying working large! There is a demand for large paintings here in Colorado, and I am all too happy to satisfy my clients. … Read More

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“Drawing on the Landscape” from Sotheby’s International Realty

May 12, 2017

DRAWING ON THE LANDSCAPE

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Workshop Announcement: July 22 & 23, 2017

April 20, 2017

Join me for a two-day Outdoor Painting Intensive Workshop July 22 & 23, 2017 through the Steamboat Art Museum in Steamboat Springs, CO. Outdoor painting has fundamental techniques and materials that can always be revisited, no matter what skill level or experience you have had. This Outdoor Painting Workshop is … Read More

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New Paintings in the Yampa Valley Medical Center

December 21, 2016

I had to see it to believe it. When I did, I learned a big lesson in scale. My biggest piece yet, Embrace, just an inch shorter then myself at 60″x36″, looked small over the mantel.  I think I’m going to start painting larger! Since November, I have been working … Read More

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Oil Painters of America Western Regional Exhibit, Nov 4 – 30

October 22, 2016

Join us in Scottsdale, AZ for the Oil Painters of America Western Regional Exhibit, Nov 4 – 30. The Marshall Gallery of Fine Art is hosting an opening reception on Friday, November 4, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with the awards presentation at 7:30 p.m.

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Steamboat Springs Arts Council “Barn Raising” Show Sept 2, 5-8 pm

August 23, 2016

Come see the artistic interpretations of our local barns and agricultural heritage. This show, “Barn Raising” is at the Steamboat Springs Arts Council Depot. The opening reception is September 2, 5-8 pm.   http://steamboatarts.org/first-friday-

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Plein Air Artists of Colorado September 1-30, 2016

August 23, 2016

PAAC’s 20th Annual Show Mary Williams Fine Arts September 1-30, 2016 5311 Western Ave #112, Boulder, CO 80301 Phone: (303) 938-1588 Reception Thursday, Sept. 1, 5-8pm I am honored to have been selected for the PAAC Annual Show. These pieces, “Fish Creek Falls” and “Late Winter Solace” will be featured.

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Saved by Beauty

July 16, 2016

The pure beauty and realized potential of budding artists moved me to write this tonight. The Pre-Professional Intensive Evening of Dance at Perry-Mansfield reminded me what a gift this life really is. This summer has stretched our hearts and minds. It has been filled with so much senseless violence that … Read More

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Painting at 12,000 feet

July 13, 2016

Our family was recently privileged to join a group of wonderful artists and genuine people to the Shrine Mountain Inn. It was perfect for us: High Rockies, less than two hours from Steamboat; incredible painting opportunities; AND we got to bring the kids. There were other rug rats there, and … Read More

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It Takes a Village

June 21, 2016

As I bask in the light of good memories from a successful Quick Draw event, this photo really sums two things: What makes Steamboat so special; and my gratitude to my community for their undying support. Many of the people in this photo, and at the Quick Draw, have known … Read More

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