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The second of 3 large works for this Maryland home The second of 3 large works for this Maryland home of Tracy, Michael, Jamie, and Dez 🥰

"Embrace Uncertainty" mixed media & acrylic on canvas. 36x48

#greenabstract #naturalabstract #minimalabstract #abstractartformodernhomes #greenaesthetic
"Esse Quam Videri" living its best life in this go "Esse Quam Videri" living its best life in this gorgeous home on the water in Maryland.

Tracy wanted some big, but "quiet" pieces for her newly designed home. We worked together to come up with 3 that fit seamlessly into her stunning style and decor.

Many months, and many, many layers went it this one... with me learning all along the way.

Thanks Tracy (and Michael) for trusting me to bring your vision to life on canvas.

36x48 mixed media and acrylic on canvas

#greenabstract #naturaldesign #natureinspiredhome
#abstractminimalism #modernminimalism
So many renditions to get to the place where it fe So many renditions to get to the place where it feels "right." Such a great exercise to play with composition, contrast, line... and I'm loving every bit of it!

Mark making is a passion, I could do it all day long... the challenging part is knowing what marks are worthy of being elevated, which ones stay, which ones go.

Learning is the best part of any worthwhile endeavor... would you agree?

12x12 mockups
Acrylic and ink on paper

#blackandwhiteabstract #neutralaesthetic #graphicmeetsabstract #neutralstyle #naturalhome
Oh sepia, you capture my heart. Golden brown, moth Oh sepia, you capture my heart. Golden brown, mother earth, grounded and calm, it's where I belong.

The journey of marks and composition continues. Finding likes, and loves, and all the others along the way.

12x12
Acrylic and ink on paper and canvas board

#sepia #neutralstyle #neutraltones #neutralhome #neutralaesthetic
Reimagining those black and white papers into some Reimagining those black and white papers into something more... or maybe it's "less is more" ...either way, it's been an amazing learning lesson.

"That old black (& white) magic"
12x12
Acrylic on paper and canvas board

#blackandwhiteabstract #blackandwhite #blackandwhiteart #thatoldblackmagic
These three are enjoying their new home on the wat These three are enjoying their new home on the water in Maryland!

What a privilege and honor it was to create 3 paintings for a gorgeous new home designed by the owner. Her style and her spaces never disappoint.

We spent 3 days enjoying the space trying out different pieces in different places in the home. I know these 3 are happy to be out of my little studio!

"Esse Quam Videri"
36x48 mixed media on canvas

"Intoxicated by the romance of the unusual"
36x48 mixed media on canvas

"Embrace Uncertainty"
36x48 mixed media on canvas

#paintingcommission #greenabstract #naturalabstract #natureinspiredart
#abstractartforinteriors
Ok, ok, ok, I caved... had to indulge in some colo Ok, ok, ok, I caved... had to indulge in some color!

#blackandwhitegonewild #graphicabstract #graphicabstraction
Still loving the black and white mark making exerc Still loving the black and white mark making exercise... just felt the need to go bigger!

The "extra black and white" you see there is ready for me to stop paint playtime and get to some doggie playtime!

#studiopractice #artstudio #blackandwhiteabstract #markmaking #springerspaniel
"Between Chaos and Calm" 30x40, acrylic on canvas "Between Chaos and Calm"
30x40, acrylic on canvas
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So honored that this one is hanging in the beautiful home of a fellow artist.

It's a truly special moment when an amazing artist you both admire and are inspired by desires one of your paintings. There is no better compliment.

Thanks @amandafisher_artanddesign for being my best collector, mentor, muse, and friend. I cherish you!

#abex #abstractpainting #mutedshades #abstractexpressionism #artcollector
Art practice. Play day in the studio ...reminding Art practice. Play day in the studio ...reminding myself what patterns and shapes I'm drawn to. These will make their way into some new work soon!

#contrast #blackandwhiteart #artstudio #artpracrice #graphicart
Studio vibes... lots of different projects going o Studio vibes... lots of different projects going on in the studio this weekend. Feeling inspired after #FirstFriday at @artspacenc!

#paintingvideo #studiotour #mixedmediaartist #artstudio
This one's out on the town for a bit... she's pret This one's out on the town for a bit... she's pretty in pink at @artspacenc 's FRESH 2026 exhibition. Opening tomorrow, 9/4/26 for #FirstFriday

If you're in town, stop by and see over 300 NC artists represented at this annual show. I have no doubt you'll find a piece you will love!

#fresh2026 #artspacenc #artshow #prettyinpink
Called this one DONE, and sent it off to be a part Called this one DONE, and sent it off to be a part of the @artspacenc FRESH show! So excited to be a part of this show & looking forward to #firstfriday. 

This one went through so many changes and finally landed where it was meant to land, me learning to listen and let go along the way.

"What Emerges in Surrender"
Acrylic & mixed media on canvas
30"×40"

#abstractpainting #pinkpainting #lettinggo #fresh2026
Reflecting on some sketches for a series of commis Reflecting on some sketches for a series of commissioned paintings... working hard to achieve a little more minimalism than how I usually create.

It's been a journey of pushing forward and pulling back, reflecting on what it means to make my mark and create works that come from me.

I've learned so much during this process and know that despite all my fears and doubts, I will come out on the "other side" a better artist for it.

11x14 mixed media works on paper

#abstraction #abstractpractice #sketches #abstractcommission #artpractice #artstudio #mixedmediapaintings #abex
A few warm-up semi-blind-contour self portraits in A few warm-up semi-blind-contour self portraits in the studio this weekend.

It's funny, I could never seem to capture my portrait when I did this at 17 years old, but now, I feel like it's easy.

I suppose living with this face for many more years has made me alot more familiar.

I feel much less concerned with total representation... and more interested in the internal interpretation of who I am as I quickly sketch these out.

More and more these days it's about discovering how I see myself from the inside out.

Anybody relate?

#selfportrait #portraitsketch #100dayproject #insidemysketchbook #blindcontour
The messy middle. Where you fight off frustration. The messy middle. Where you fight off frustration. Make marks. Bold moves second-guessed. But the challenge is so worth it.

#messymiddle #ArtisticGrowth #artinaction #markmaking #abstractwork
New beginning layers on 4 20x20 canvases. Channel New beginning layers on 4 20x20 canvases.

Channeling all that has...

inspired me,
challenged me,
and supported me.

Who knows where it goes next.

#artstudio #artpractice #paintingvideo #paintprocess #markmaking
Got some new layers down on 4 canvases... limited Got some new layers down on 4 canvases... limited time, but trying not to limit my imagination.

#layeredup #abstractfreedom #newbeginning #abstractworld
🩷🩷🩷 Pink! 🩷🩷🩷 #pinkaesthetic #pinkismyobsession # 🩷🩷🩷 Pink! 🩷🩷🩷

#pinkaesthetic #pinkismyobsession #pinkmood #pinkvibes
The "sister" piece to the last heart painting post The "sister" piece to the last heart painting posted a couple days ago. These 2 pieces came together rather quickly (not my normal scrutinizing layer after layer for months).

These were painted in honor of my sister and a particularly difficult time she was facing.

I'm starting to realize that when I'm painting for someone, or with someone in mind, my flow is quite different, more intentional, more tuned in to what the piece wants to become.

Anyone else feel this way when youre creating with someone specific in mind?

#paintingflow #paintingwithsoul #abstractexpressionism #paintingfromtheheart #heartart
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