As I continue to share my journey with Promises Kept, I want to celebrate the stories of rescue dogs everywhere! In this post, I invite you to share your rescue …
The Healing Power of Art and Animals
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 …