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When I start a new canvas, it's always a little intimidating. There is no mistake yet, no breakthrough either.  It's quite the task to lay that first brushstroke. Stay tuned for some new larger works soon!

One of the harbors of spring, the daffodil!  My friend, Galina, is original from Russia.  She gave me this Russian vase. I love so many kinds of flowers in this vase.  It really makes the colors pop.

One of my daughters recently graduated college and was home this weekend wanting to celebrate.  She put together this cheese board for our family.  It was a nice Monday evening surprise!

Sometimes it may seem a challenge to frame a square print.  Here are some helpful hints. For spaces like children's rooms, apartments, and places where you may not even want a nail in the wall, washi tape is a great idea.  It won't damage walls and one can easily mix and match prints with no need to even frame!   One could also purchase one of my wood panels.  They have a notch in the back for hanging.  The painting can be mounted with an acid free glue stick very easily.  I am happy to trim and mount the print for you if you purchase one of the wood panels in my shop. And then of course, there are frames....