In Irish mythology between This World and The Otherworld reigned the Cailleach Beara, the wise old crone, the woman of Winter…

How artists always find a way to Pay It Forward - who’s with me and how can be buy more thoughtfully ?

I met Charles Pachter at Summer & Grace, bought the book he published with Margaret Atwood and it’s a JOY

Invited to a Peruvian Chamber of Commerce event at Arta Gallery at the Distillery District? ….of course I made it there !

My current book recommendation for anyone interested in the world of art.

When someone buys your art it can be the most enriching experience! Loinnir na mara is gaelic for the light or sparkle of the sea.

Hello again, Oakville! Welcoming you to shop small art delights for one sweet weekend. This fun art show and sale offers 12×12 art from more than 20 artists from Oakville and beyond

What a wonderful day. I’ve never seen this one before….Maya Angelou

After Art In My Garden I’m happy to let you know that website visits and personal connections created sales.  My website has caught up for you all to see…

Art In my Garden 2025 was the best year yet! This was my 5th year participating and it’s now established as a much anticipated afternoon of community and conversation with Oakville artists.

It’s around this time of year as the evenings draw in I can start thinking about cozy moments at home. This isn’t to say I’m the kind of person rushing towards ‘autumn’ but it can be said that in September and October I can start moving furniture around (“like a woman possessed”), buy new cushions and it has to be said…there’s a weak point at home when I know I can ‘ suggest new art’ for walls.

With a husband who can think about the ROI of home changes, buying art is an easier topic to broach…why?

As I prepare for Art In My Garden I feel themes emerge from the past months, as they always do. My painting and process is one of discovery and a meditative expression of my experiences: past, present and perhaps, even, the future.

I’m guided by repetitive and consistent comforts which carry me through each year.  Having reflected on a letter from an art mentor of her sacred trinities I found clarity emerging..