On Memorial Day, Toad Hollow burned bright with red poppies. Frogs paused, rabbits listened, and swallows stitched the sky. In Wesleyville, animals gathered quietly, honoring the hush beneath color. Wind moved like a prayer, and the field remembered, blooming courage, rest, and gentle magic for all who passed watchful hearts. Wesleyville Collection I’ve always loved […]
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The Noble Henry
Celebrating 20 Years of Christmas Cards This year marks a special milestone — the 20th Christmas card I’ve created since opening my studio, one for each holiday season. The 2026 Holiday Card features The Noble Henry, an intimate winter portrait painted in glowing oils and inspired by the quiet magic of the season. Henry, our […]
Gracie at Dawn
Gracie the goose woke before the sun, feathers damp with fog. She waddled in the pool of water at Staunton Farm as the sky bloomed pink and gold. Mist curled over the grasses while the countryside slept. Gracie watched the quiet light ripple across the water, knowing morning had begun gently, just for her. Crickets […]
Gilded Leaves & The Whirlwind Mind 🌿
The morning started like most of mine do — with the best of intentions and a few creative detours. I had just washed a Halloween glass when I noticed the last of the garden tomatoes calling out to be roasted. Out came the baking sheet… which, of course, needed a good scrub first. Ten minutes […]
Bringing the Garden to Your Doorstep
I’ve gone and done a little something new—my flowers can now find their way to you through DoorDash! While I only have a few bouquets ready today, they’re fresh from the garden, gathered with care as I continue tinkering away on my new website. This year has been a tricky one for growing—too wet and […]