Art as a Path to Healing Art has always been more than a hobby for me. It’s a lifeline, a therapeutic outlet that helps me navigate life’s challenges, especially during …

Author & Artist
Author & Artist
I reside in Northeast Ohio after traveling from coast to coast and living in both rural and metropolitan areas from Los Angeles to New York and of course the Midwest. I am an author and third generation artist and have been painting since the early 1960s. I have always cared deeply about animals, both domestic and wild, and the preservation of endangered species, has always been a concern as well. Most recently, I was involved in animal rescue work, finding homes for over 11,000 dogs and cats over the previous 12 years. It's only natural then, that I am drawn to animals and nature for my art subjects. I have also explored the metaphysical including creative imagination, Reiki, crystal healing, tai chi, feng shui and yoga and feel they add depth to my art as well. By creating an emotional connection for the viewer I hope my artwork will create concern and compassion for our natural world and its wild inhabitants, and help stimulate conservation efforts. My love of historic buildings and their conservation led me to doing the house portraits and my architectural works

Art as a Path to Healing Art has always been more than a hobby for me. It’s a lifeline, a therapeutic outlet that helps me navigate life’s challenges, especially during …

This was originally posted in 2016 after a very bad car accident in 2014. In earlier posts in The Wellness Lifeline Blog, I talked about physical, spiritual, intellectual, social, & occupational …

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 …

Benefits of Dog Ownership I originally published this as “Pet Wellness” on The Wellness Lifeline in 2016. I thought it was time to bring back a few of the oldies. …

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 …

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 …

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 …

My new book, “Promises Kept,” went live July 29, 2024 on Amazon in Hardcover, Paperback and Kindle. I am beyond excited and happy with this huge accomplishment at 81 years …

In the COVID-19 Crisis, I am missing visiting places in my area, so I thought I would share two of my favorite watercolor and ink paintings. The first is the …

What do you do for stress relief? I paint for stress relief and plant spring flowers. The last two weeks I started a watercolor series of flowers. I started with …