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  • The Call of Beauty Exhibit

      I am happy to be taking part in the Assisi Arts Community’s 2nd annual exhibit, entitled “The Call of Beauty.”  In addition to attending the Opening Reception on August 25th, I will also be taking part in the Artists Forum (Thursday, September 1st), where I will share the inspiration and process for my new…

  • Under construction

    Hi everyone! As I hope you’ve figured out, my website is currently under construction.  When it is finished, not only will you be able to see my portfolio and news about my work, but you will also be able to purchase some of my master copy paintings and other work through my website.  Follow my…

  • Coming up: March 22nd

    Visit Roots of Faith http://faithfoxchapel.org/rof/ for more information.

  • 2020 plans

    After the successful tour of the Illuminated Requiem exhibit this past November, I am in the beginning stages of my next series. Tentatively entitled Expressions of Prayer, the series will continue to develop my approach to illuminated chant “manuscripts” in the encaustic medium. With the valuable instruction I received through R&F Paints over the past…

  • Instagram

    After detaching from social media (Facebook) some time ago, I have recently signed onto Instagram, which has been a wonderful means of connecting with others who are seeking to bring beauty back to the art world. To be honest, I am still figuring it out and I know I am “not doing it right” by…

  • Thank you, CMAA!

    It has been wonderful sharing the Requiem exhibit with visitors to Duquesne University, especially with those attending the Church Music Association of America (CMAA) summer chant intensive courses this past week.  I have been attending their courses and utilizing other resources they make available for the past 6 years, so it would be safe to…

  • Duquesne Exhibit

    *Special thanks to friends of St. Monica Parish (Beaver Falls, PA) for making this exhibit possible through their generous support*

  • Upcoming Exhibit at Duquesne University

    The Illuminated Requiem series will be on display at Duquesne University from June 23rd to the 28th.  The exhibit will be placed in the foyer of the Chapel of the Holy Spirit, and will be open to visitors during normal Chapel hours. I am grateful the exhibit will coincide with the CMAA Summer Chant Course,…

  • Requiem Presentation at St. James Church

    You are invited to join us at St. James Church on Feb 15th for a display of the Requiem Series and Presentation starting at 5:30 pm. Also, I’m currently arranging for the work to be shared in other locations later this year.  If your church or organization might be interested in hosting the exhibit, please…

  • Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception exhibit

    Just wanted to share some photos from the Illuminated Requiem exhibit.  The work was displayed in the Basilica’s Memorial Hall, surrounded by names of the faithful departed and chapels/artwork reminding us of God’s love through the saints.  The work has been seen by countless pilgrims and regular visitors to the National Shrine. I would like…