Some random thoughts about life and art.
Being an artist is both a blessing and a curse. If we don't embrace how hard it is, the rewards don't seem as sweet.
The Aging Artist
July 2, 2025
The ages of the lacemakers of Burano are irrelevant. Their skills are legendary and rare.
Ode to Brian Wilson
June 20, 2025
Creating art is never easy. But Brian Wilson’s life reminds us that making meaningful and enduring art can transcend your own limitations.
Michelangelo's Shoes
May 9, 2025
In a glass display case at Casa Buonarotti (Michelangelo’s home in Florence) rests a pair of simple leather shoes that belonged to the master himself.
Staring at a blank canvas in the city of Florence
April 10, 2025
This spring, I’m traveling to Florence to take a week-long painting workshop in a light filled studio that is just around the corner from the Accademia Gallery.
Do Artists Get Burned Out?
January 25, 2025
It's really tough to flip the switch from the safety of your studio to the scary unknown of the art market or gallery.
Old Thoughts for a New Year
January 2, 2025
I can’t help but think that with all the things we’ve gained by using new technologies, we’ve also lost a lot along the way.
Art and Emotion
August 24, 2024
I have attention deficit disorder when it comes to choosing painting subjects. I really don’t like to paint the same thing twice.
Some of my best friends are plein air painters
July 25, 2024
Plein air paintings fits into the category of things I don’t like because I’m not very good at them, like pickle ball or cake baking.
And just like that - I'm an artist
June 25, 2024
I've had a lot of jobs in my life. Counting and remembering them isn't easy.
Art or Commerce?
May 7, 2024
A recent article in the New York times was titled “Keith Haring’s Legacy Is Not Found at the Museum” got me thinking about the link between art and commerce..
Inspiration or Perspiration?
April 14, 2024
Artists are often asked where they get their inspiration. Thomas Edison said, “Genius is 1% inspiration and 99% perspiration.”
Is there a rock and roll heaven?
September 15, 2023
I’ve been thinking a lot about rock and roll heaven lately.
To sell or not to sell
April 15, 2023
I realized was that my logo on the drum kit didn’t belong to me anymore. As soon as I took the money, it belonged to the drummer.
Don't forget the "art" in art fair
April 4, 2023
The next time you go to an art fair, say “hello” to an artist.