Antarctica: Still In My Mind's Eye

Resilient Retreat 1- mixed media

Resilient Retreat 2- mixed media

A few nights ago at a Main Line Art Center Professional Artists Members gathering, I was speaking to  fellow artist Deborah Leavy who is going to Antarctica soon. We were discussing her trip and mine. She asked me if it influenced my work and I said it had and still is. I just finished these 12 x 12" mixed media pieces for the Da Vinci Art Alliance ARTFUL GIVING Small Works Members' Show. They are based on my recollection of the icebergs in Antarctica- the brilliant, glowing turquoise blue, the shining white, and the orange to remind us of the melting that is occurring because of global warming.

Remembering the Light

The extraordinary light, the beautiful mountains, the perfect weather, the warmth of the people, the colorful culture, the delicious foods and spices, the exciting music and smells made the visit to San Miguel a multi-sensational experience. My stay at Casa Luna with the Main Line Art Center (www.mainlineart.org) group led by Francine Shore set the scene for a transformation so that I came back from Mexico an artist ready to pursue my dream and become a professional artist.

I look forward to revisiting San Miguel and staying at Casa Luna again, tracing my steps and finding new places, always expanding my horizons and open to new experiences.Here is a good resource to learn more about San Miguel www.sanmiguelmagazine.com

From the top: Remember the Light, mixed media; Casa Luna Evening, monotype; Remember the Days, mixed media