Month: April 2026

Where would i never go?

Where would i never go?

I am not a fan of alligators, snakes, large reptiles and big insects….. so that would rule out deep jungles, and places where just going for a walk could kill me. It is an challenging balance of fascination with these places on earth, yet deep …

How Litsea Cubeba Oil Supports Health and Wellbeing

How Litsea Cubeba Oil Supports Health and Wellbeing

Recently we discovered a new essential oil, Litsea Cubeba.  Its a mysterious name, with almost as mysterious a fragrance.  The common name for the plant is May Change, an evergreen tree that is in the Lauracea family (Mountain laurels).  May Change is native to China …

Commissioned Silk Portraits: Capture Your Pet’s Essence

Commissioned Silk Portraits: Capture Your Pet’s Essence

I just thought it would be fun to share several of my recently completed portrait projects. It starts with a digital photo of the animal. I create an outline sketch to use as a guideline to sketch the outline onto silk using gutta resist. Once …

How a Survey Led to My Feature in a Magazine

How a Survey Led to My Feature in a Magazine

I had something interesting happen to me. I answered a survey for Sunshine Artists magazine, and a few months later they actually took my answer and photo and included it in an article:

Join Us at the Salt Fork Arts Festival: August 14-16, 2026

Join Us at the Salt Fork Arts Festival: August 14-16, 2026

We will be returning to Salt Fork Art Festival in Cambridge Ohio this August 14-16 2026. The festival is held in the Cambridge community park, with tents stretching along the paths. Cambridge was once a huge producer of art glass and pressed glass. Its an interesting small town, and the festival draws artists from a several states – Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia. We are usually always positioned in front of the entertainment tent and have a front row to the music. Steve loves the blue grass band that is different every year but always sounds amazing.

Exploring Argan Oil: A Sustainable Story from Morocco

Exploring Argan Oil: A Sustainable Story from Morocco

Argan oil, derived from the resilient Argan trees of Morocco, plays a vital role in supporting local economies and empowering Berber women. Its extraction is a labor-intensive process that provides income and education. Rich in nutrients, argan oil offers deep hydration, anti-aging benefits, and soothing properties, making it ideal for cosmetic use in soaps.