Mum dance Even the kids seemed alien

Even the kids seemed alien as they clustered into cliques by some unknown method

while their contrast of shapes and textures adds interest in every stripe

12” x 12” Acrylic and paper on cradled birch panel

The botanical specimens were sourced from my garden and hiking excursions and through sketches inspired by the flora in my neighbors' yards

and respect

Mum dance Even the kids seemed alienMixed media on watercolor paper 5" x 5" image (8" x 8" matted and framed behind glass) Embracing a more spontaneous, playful approach to my art process, I created a new series of mini paintings focused on experimentation and spontaneity. I worked on all twelve images simultaneously, starting each mini painting with simple charcoal marks, allowing my hand to move freely across the canvas. Then, I added translucent washes, letting the early marks peek