Coming Soon. The Solstice Fine Art Texture Collection

Coming Soon. The Solstice Fine Art Texture Collection

Happy Solstice everyone! I’m working on a texture collection right now inspired by the summer. Fresh, happy colors made with pastels, watercolors, acrylics, oils and more. (OK, I know the Hyacinth is not the right season, but it went well with these colors. I...
Migrating To A New Mac With A SSD Disk

Migrating To A New Mac With A SSD Disk

I thought I’d share a few notes to help you if you decide to upgrade your mac to a new one with a SSD disk. It’s actually not as complicated as it seems, but it took some research for me to figure it all out. Please note that I’m not a qualified...
New Affiliate Program For French Kiss Collections

New Affiliate Program For French Kiss Collections

I’m pleased to announce our new Affiliate program for French Kiss Collections. The photography community is such a loyal community and wonderful about giving Link Luv. I couldn’t make it without you! This is a way to show my appreciation for your loyalty....
April Showers Bring May Flowers

April Showers Bring May Flowers

It’s raining. I’m looking out my studio window at the Wisteria in the courtyard which is about a week away from being ready to be photographed. Today is my birthday and on my birthday, I always spend time writing out the previous birthday year’s...
I’ll Be Updating The Blog Soon

I’ll Be Updating The Blog Soon

A few quick words to let you know that I’ve been researching new themes for the blog. Responsive The new theme will be responsive, so content will display according to the device you are using to view it. From smart phones to iPads to desktop browsers. Better...
Artist At Work: Audio Books For Texture Production

Artist At Work: Audio Books For Texture Production

Many years ago when I hand-colored photographs professionally, I discovered a method for deep focus in production: I listen to audio books while I work. I can’t say I’ve done any research into any scientific reason, but this is my experience: The mind is...