Happy Hour is inspired by that time of day when the sun has recently set behind the mountains, the heat of the day resides, and we see pink, it’s time for a drink.
Agave Sunset incorporates an agave created with a map of Arizona, over which bold acrylic colors are layered for a wonderful combination of landscape and drama.
Partner is a celebration of our local cowboys, ranchers, rodeo and the American West. Look closely and you will find maps, music, the American flag floating in the moon, bows and arrows, cowboys and horses, created with paper and paint.
This playful mixed media piece is inspired by my love of both Talavera pottery, the mountains, and the prickly pear.
Love AZ was inspired by my return to Arizona after twenty years away. I wanted to incorporate everything – the Arizona flag, the mountains, the copper star, the cactus, and celebratory, bright colors. I was so happy to be home.
Sugar Skulls are significant and rich in symbolism during DÃas De Los Muertos celebrations. This piece was made to honor my niece who lost her battle with cancer at the age of 19. I love this piece because she was the epitome of youth, curiosity, vibrancy, candy and life loving, and serving others. She brought joy to everyone she met and we should celebrate our loved ones lost.
Another beautiful image taken at Agua Caliente park this dock is not supposed to be in our area, but times are changing as the environment and here in Tucson we are getting more species that will winter here one of my favorite ducks This is a male.
Mom and her young Pronghorn. I drive out in the Sonoita/Elgin Arizona area often. Most times I will see herds of pronghorn. I always stop to watch them as they graze the land. They are beautiful animals, and one of the fastest on earth.
