So recently I had a few friends who questioned my motive for pursuing a new platform for my art on clothing articles. They had me thinking did I do something wrong? Am I selling out? They meant well and I know there are a few schools of thought on this. Do I keep my art contained and to myself like Claude Monet? Or use all platforms available? So I came to the conclusion that as an artist I need express with anyone who will listen, view and feel what I am conveying in my

So lately I have been reading and hearing from a few artists about artist identity, how it’s all about pushing better art, and how things take time. It seems that patience is a virtue that I am acquiring the hard way. I have been running around wondering what I could do to push my art and have it seen. I was feeling almost lost and sad. Although family and friends have been great supporters, it seems that I was losing myself within thoughts of “Can I do this?” and “Do I ha

This past weekend I was honored to be part of the Georgia Watercolor Society board as Recording Secretary. I was humbled beyond words. Even more humbled to be around such talented storytellers of the GWS members and all who participated! I got to meet some pretty amazing people. Some that made me feel like I had lots to learn! Which was great because its good to learn new things at any age or experiences. But when I started talking and connecting with people I realized

So, a few days ago I read a few articles about artists, and something dawned on me… After over 20 years of designing fabrics, rugs and carpets for companies, I never saw or considered myself an artist. A designer yes! But never have I thought of myself as an artist. This intrigued me because I always considered artists to be at a different realm of freedom and creativity than that of a carpet, fabric or surface designer who creates images envisioned by others. It was certain

Welcome to the PLA blog... Question for my fellow artist. Have you ever reached point when you feel that your art doesn't seem to matter? Perhaps feeling that when you’ve reach a level of skepticism of your work that others are watching and seeing it as well? I know that right now it has been challenging to believe in my designs at work or the message I am sending in my artwork. Are people hearing or listening? Are they observing or just glancing? Am I doing everything I

Welcome to my first ever PLA blog... I had the opportunity to exhibit my watercolor painting "Where Is My Refuge" in October for the Georgia Watercolor Society at the ART Station in Stone Mountain. I was super excited and not aware of what to expect. It was my first one and I will never to forget it. It was a wonderful event with talented people. You may wonder why the fuss? Well, I was always shy as a kid and often placed others first. As I explained to a friend recently

Welcome to the PLA blog... I had the opportunity to display several of my watercolor paintings in the series "La Libertad/The Freedom" this month for the MINT's Annual Postcard Pin-Up Show. It was great to particapate in this venue showcasing the art work of many talented artists in Atlanta. #photo #Watercolors #paintings #prints #latinartist #urbanartist #designs #textures #homedecor #abtractart #art #FirstExhibit