I am ushering in the new year in a new studio! I have moved into ActivSpace located at 1720 NW Lovejoy Street in downtown Portland. I am getting use to a smaller work area and getting to know my new neighbors. I sold my home along with my home studio this past fall, downsizing everywhere […]
Just finished a portrait of Karen Shawcross, who heads up Bienstar, located in Hillsboro, Oregon. They have several programs which aid the low income communities like; adult workforce training program to develop community leadership and educate low-income parents about health, school and job resources, housing/financial information, and prepare selected residents for future jobs in outreach. […]
Fun and creativity was had by all in the last Collage Portrait Workshop. It was my honor to work with all these fabulous women! I am sharing the portrait done by Mary Hill. Thank you to Susan Robinson for taking the pictures.
Growing Gardens digs at the root of hunger in Portland, Oregon by building organic home gardens in urban backyards and schools. Their programs encourage people to become veggie eaters and cultivators! Please check out their website at www.growinggardens.org
Saturday, February 18th, 2012 9:30 to 3:30 class fee $45 Learn the beauty of portrait collage with Theresa Weil. Develop your portrait by layering cut paper pieces with varied patterns, textures and colors. This in-depth workshop gives you time to create, share, and enjoy an 11″x14″ mixed media/collage portrait. Send me your email if you […]
Donna Schuurman, Executive Director I just finshed Donna’s portrait, the director of The Dougy Center. It provides a safe place for children, teens, young adults and their families who are grieving a death to share their experiences. They do this through peer support groups, education, and training. Check out their website is www.dougycenter.org!
Bringing new life to an old window gives me such joy! I created this window for clients who need art over their fireplace mantle. A variety of materials are used to create this art and patience is required because oil paint does not dry quickly on glass. In order to do reverse painting, I feel […]
Children’s Cancer Association is a great organization located in Portland. It helps children and families dealing with cancer and cancer treatment. CCA was started by Regina and Cliff Ellis in honor of their daughter, Alex, who died from cancer. I met them when Alex and my son, Elliot attended preschool together. My son is graduating […]
Barb Attridge’s portrait is now finished. It was lost of fun creating her and very colorful too! Dress for Success is a great organization that helps women get ready for interviews which lead to great job placement in the Portland Metro area. Check out all they do at their website www.DressFor Success Oregon.com.
This commission has just been finished and is adorning my wonderful client’s house. Take a look at ” Flowers for Elena” a recycled window-reverse glass painting with glass beads and glass paint on the front side of the window. If you have a wall that is crying out for adornment – ask me how I […]
