Me at The Gallery with my paintings
Wow, where did 2019 go?
I began December by attending the opening reception of “Tiny Works V” at The Gallery in Phoenix. I had three paintings included in this juried show. I also had three paintings in “Regalitos” at Raices Taller 222 Art Gallery & Workshop in Tucson, but unfortunately had to miss the reception for that exhibition.
Aaron and I decided to take a little trip south of the border to Puerto Vallarta this month. Direct flights from Phoenix are quite reasonable and only about 2 hours long. We love Mexico and were certainly not disappointed with the scene in Puerto Vallarta. It is truly a charming historic city with delicious food (including many vegetarian friendly options!), walkable neighborhoods, and beautiful beaches, of course! Highlights were eating some of the best empanadas ever and a trip out to the Marietas Islands and the “hidden beach” that is located there. I felt incredibly safe in Puerto Vallarta and the city is firmly on my “will return” list.
The rest of the month was largely spent painting, working, and being a little bit boring. I tried out a new painting surface, Crescent Watercolor Board, and was overall pleased with the results. I used it in “Aloe View” and “Arizona Gold,” both of which are pictured below and still available for sale. I will definitely buy this surface again. It acts more like paper, but doesn’t curl. However it does stain more readily than Arches paper. It’s a nice in-between when looking at the qualities of Arches paper versus Aquabord.
Other than that, honestly, it has been one of those “I don’t know where the time goes” months. :-) My mom flew out to visit at the end of the month, but since her visit included the new year, I’ll report on it in my next blog.
I hope that 2020 holds many good things for you, and I expect it to provide me with some awesomeness, too!
xoxoxo ~TJ
The “Hidden Beach”
My favorite empanada!
Sun setting along Playa Muertos, Puerto Vallarta
“Inherent Heart”
5x5”, Watercolor on Paper
SOLD.
Original photo
“Verdant Vortex”
5x5”, Watercolor on Paper
For sale as of this blog posting - visit my online shop to purchase.
Original photo
“Aloe View”
12x9”, Watercolor on Crescent Watercolor Board
For sale as of this blog posting - visit my online shop to purchase.
Original photo
“Arizona Gold”
12x9”, Watercolor on Crescent Watercolor Board
For sale as of this blog posting - visit my online shop to purchase.
Original photo
“Bouquet”
5x5”, Watercolor on Paper
For sale as of this blog posting - visit my online shop to purchase.