Earthly Delights
My friend, Bettie Sperty, and I have a joint exhibit at the ArtFactory gallery in Manassas, VA from Aug. 10 to Sep 14, 2024. Our paintings are mostly inspired by nature - hers often whimsical and mine mostly representational. Here we are in front of a large butterfly we created as a photo op for the visitors. The reception on Aug. 10th was well attended and everyone commented that it was a beautiful exhibit. Thanks to Jordan Exum who did a great job curating the event.
My still life "Flavors of Fall" won Third Place in the 5th Annual International Fusion Art Still Life Exhibition.
The diverse collection of quality artwork submitted came from all around the world, including the US, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, China, Belgium, Russia, Tunisia and Italy. The exhibition will be featured on the website for 3 months starting April 15, 2024. https://www.fusionartps.com/5th-annual-still-life-art-exhibition-2024/
My "I'm Late!" Blue Heron painting won a contest to be the Banner Art for the Facebook page of Bird Art & Artists. (April 2024)
"My Marsh Life", "Spread Your wings", and "Lotus Flowers & Dragonflies" paintings were in the Dorthy Hart Center in Fredericksburg this March, 2024.
The Prince William Art Society is exhibiting at the winery from March 18 until May 24, 2024.
Several of my painting were juried into the Winery at Sunshine Ridge exhibit in Gainesville, VA.
My Clown Fish Trio, Crow on Skull, and WVA Roadside paintings were in the Dorthy Hart Center in Fredericksburg this March, 2023.
1st Place
Peoples Choice Award
February 2022 - March 2022
"Crowned Cranes"
Arches Gallery
at the
Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton, VA.
Three of my Paintings were chosen to be displayed as banners in Historic Downtown Manassas in 2022.
The winning 70+ pieces of art work were hung in May and will remained on display in Historic Downtown Manassas through the fall 2022 season. A brochure was produced with a photo of each image, title, artist name and short paragraph description.
The Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton, VA has chosen my "Peony" painting to be a part of the Director's Collection.
This is the second year in a row that I have been awarded this honor. The Director's Collection highlights artists who demonstrate an outstanding understanding of craft, technique, creativity and merit. Those nominated stand out as emerging or professional artists making a substantial impact in their field.
The Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton, VA has chosen my "Fall Flavors" painting to be a part of the Director's Collection, 2021.
I'm so pleased! This is the THIRD year in a row that I have been awarded this honor. The Director's Collection is chosen from the 65 or so artists who are currently exhibiting their art at the Lorton Workhouse Arts Center.
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Featured Artist Show "WINGS"
Arches Gallery at the Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton, VA. October 2021
Three of my Paintings were chosen to be displayed as banners in Historic Downtown Manassas in 2020.
The winning 70+ pieces of art work were hung in March and will remained on display in Historic Downtown Manassas through the fall 2020 season. A brochure was produced with a photo of each image, title, artist name and short paragraph description.
The 69th Fredericksburg Fine Arts Show in Fredericksburg, VA.
March 13th - March 15th, 2020
The 69th Annual Fredericksburg Fine Arts Show, held at the Dorothy Hart Community Center in Fredericksburg, VA. The proceeds from this show benefit the the Hazelwild Farm's Therapeutic Riding Program and Parks & Recreation events. I was awarded 3rd Place for my Blue Heron and an Honorable Mention for the Blue Crab, both in the acrylic category.
Art at the Mill
Millwood, VA Oct 2019
I was at the Artists reception for the Art at the Mill show in Millwood, Va today. I LOVE this old mill! Several people liked my flying heron and commented on it.
Featured Artist Show
Arches Gallery at the Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton, VA. July 2019
My "Beacon in the Night" painting was chosen to be made into a banner for display on a lamppost in Historic Old Town Manassas, VA.
The winning 70+ pieces of art work will be hung and will remain on display in Historic Downtown Manassas through the fall 2019 seasons. Along with this a walking brochure will be produced with a photo of each image, title, artist name and short paragraph description.
The Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton, VA has chosen my "Beacon in the Night" painting to be a part of the Director's Collection for the coming year.
The Director's Collection highlights artists who demonstrate an outstanding understanding of craft, technique, creativity and merit. Those nominated stand out as emerging or professional artists making a substantial impact in their field.
First Place Award at the 68th Fredericksburg Fine Arts Show in Fredericksburg, VA.
The 68th Annual Fredericksburg Fine Arts Show, held at the dorothy Hart Community Center in Fredericksburg, VA. The proceeds from this show benefit the Safe Harbor Child Advocacy Center. I am honored to have been awarded First Place in the acrylic category.
Featured Artist Show
Arches Gallery at the Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton, VA.
September 2018
