Finding Comfort in Creativity There is quiet magic at the intersection of art and animals. This healing power of art and animals has held me steady through tough times. When …
Captivating Canines: A Portrait of Love and Connection
Hey there, fellow dog lovers! Today, I’m excited to share a piece that holds a special place in my heart—a commissioned pet portrait that beautifully embodies the joy and spirit …
The Artistic Process: Behind the Scenes of My Creative Journey
Creating the paintings featured in Promises Kept has been a deeply personal and transformative experience. Each piece tells the story of a rescue dog—a tale of resilience, love, and triumph. …
The Importance of Animal Rescue: Why Every Life Matters
In a world where countless animals face abandonment, neglect, and abuse, the importance of animal rescue shines as a beacon of compassion and hope. So, every act of rescue represents …
My Favorite Rescue Stories and What They Taught Me
As I share my journey through Promises Kept, I want to take a moment to reflect on some of the most memorable rescue stories that have shaped my life and …
Painting the Dogs of Promises Kept: A Look at My Creative Process
As I embark on the journey of sharing my book, Promises Kept, with you, I find it essential to delve into the heart of my creative process. Painting the dogs …
The Story Behind Promises Kept – My Journey from Art to Writing
For years, my life has been shaped by two great loves: art and animals. From the days I spent painting colorful canvases to the countless hours I spent rescuing and …
Sami’s Art Blog January Issue
Hi Again! Welcome to 2018!!! I decided the Winter Ice Painting was appropriate as we have ice and snow in Ohio now with more to come. Not fun to …
Pumpkins, Fall Colors & Golden Retrievers
Pumpkins and Fall Colors The featured painting is one I painted after a wonderful trip to Maine in 2006. I took a marvelous creative photography course with John Paul Caponigro …
Wallace
I went to a watercolor workshop in the summer of 2006 and met Wallace while painting in Camden Harbor. I was there to paint but had my camera with me …