The Artist’s Process: Insights & Inspirations
Welcome to The Artist’s Process, where I share my painting techniques, creative inspirations, and the stories behind my floral and skull artwork. Whether you're an artist looking for tips, a collector exploring new pieces, or simply someone who loves botanical and anatomical art, you'll find insights into my process, materials, and artistic journey.
What is the Harmonic Armature and How I Use It to Paint Flowers from Life
The harmonic armature is the hidden structure beneath the floral oil paintings I create one stem at a time from life.
Why I Include Insects & Pollinators in My Paintings
I include insects in graphite as quiet but essential actors within my compositions, inviting reflection on the fragile balance that sustains future blooms.
The Surprising Way Art Can Lift Your Spirits
Art can add a unique focal point to a room, but did you know that looking at original artwork can boost your mood?
10 Tips for Painting Spring Flowers from Life
Do you struggle trying to paint spring flowers from life? I’ve been doing it a long time and I’ve put together ten of my best tips that help to prolong the vase life, and your sanity.
The Harmonic Armature: How I Composed this Rose Peony Painting
How I create complex floral paintings from life over a period of time using the principles of dynamic symmetry and the harmonic armature.
Magnolia Painting | Fighting Mother Nature
Pennsylvania springs can be pretty tricky for delicate magnolia blossoms, which makes painting them a matter of timing.
Painting Pink Peonies in the Hazy Glow of the Canadian Wildfire Smoke
When the Canadian wildfire smoke drifted into south central Pennsylvania, it offered an opportunity to paint these pink peonies in the filtered orange glow.
Introducing: Lined Notebooks and Journals
Take art with you! Beautiful floral notebooks and journals featuring original paintings are now available on Amazon. Look how gorgeous they are…
Peony Painting Inspiration
Featured in Fine Art Connoisseur, this peony painting was a joy to paint. Here’s the inspirational moment behind this magical painting.