Thank you for visiting.
This time of year is so beautiful. It is colorful with the changing leaves, which by the way are still quite lovely here at the end of October, and it is also a good time for reflection.
I think of those who have gone before me. Many who did not have it very easy. I come from people who came to the mountains when life was tougher. When I want to start thinking I can’t do something, or am having a hard time…or God forbid, a “pity party”…I think of how my people struggled to survive and make their way here in the Appalachians. And, then I count my blessings and keep putting one foot in front of the other. We didn’t last this long to give up easily.
So, thank your ancestors. And keep believing in yourself no matter your background or what has gone on before. Each day is a new day.
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Nature
The natural world influences the type of things I create more than anything else. I am fascinated with it. I use nature both as subject matter and materials. I am always looking for small natural items that would transform into a miniature environment.
Craft
• Paintings – traditional and digital
• Illustrations
• Home Decor & Fashion
• Collage and Upcycling
Garden
I grow lavender and other herbs and flowers, as well as some food. The garden is an inspiration to me in so many ways.
The area where I live, close to the town of Boone, NC, is a small farming area. I live on a NC Century Family Farm. This designation was procured by my Father in the 1980’s after he worked with the state of North Carolina to designate it as such. Even though Boone has changed so much, thankfully there are still people here dedicated to rural life and working with nature.
& More:
I wrote and illustrated a picture book, self published through Amazon. That was a fun challenge. I have more ideas for writing and publishing…always working on what I can learn or do next!
I also have a vintage and handmade Etsy shop that I’ve maintained and sold through since 2011. Gifting season is coming soon!!!
I will be putting a lot of vintage items in the shop this week! Some Christmas and some otherwise…Give it a look and see if you find something for a gift or for yourself!
I will be updating this website weekly, so please check in often for seasonal art and photography. Check out the PORTFOLIO link (top and bottom of this page) to see more of my work.
quote for the week:
“Storms make trees take deeper roots.”
― Dolly Parton
