
events

art from found poetry workshop: october 5
We will create found (or “black-out”) poetry from any non-poetry literature. It could be your favorite writer or a thriller you thrift or a newspaper or anything in between - just not already poetry.
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blind transfer portrait workshop: october 5
LET GO of perfectionism! Have FUN and find the essence of a portrait using homemade transfer paper and a stick so you can't actually see what you are drawing. Magic happens.
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final 2025 whiteaker last friday artwalk & studio visit: september 26
Visit my art studio to see works in progress and completed abstract paintings. The Whiteaker LAST FRIDAY ARTWALK (May thru October) is a grassroots effort between local artists and businesses to empower community engagement though art.
Is it too soon to start thinking about holiday gifts? Or giving hints?
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radiant so small benefit auction
The 10th annual So Small: Miniature Art Auction is a free event and silent auction of donated artwork for Radiant Community Arts (Radiant), formerly known as the Oregon Supported Living Program (OSLP) Arts & Culture Center. All proceeds will go to Radiant Community Arts to help cover the cost of class registration fees for participants with limited income as well as other programming needs.
I donated some new fun refrigerator magnets again this year.

whiteaker last friday artwalk & studio visit: august 29
Visit my art studio to see works in progress and completed abstract paintings. The Whiteaker LAST FRIDAY ARTWALK (May thru October) is a grassroots effort between local artists and businesses to empower community engagement though art.

whiteaker last friday artwalk & studio visit: july 25
Visit my art studio to see works in progress and completed abstract paintings. The Whiteaker LAST FRIDAY ARTWALK (May thru October) is a grassroots effort between local artists and businesses to empower community engagement though art.

art from found poetry workshop: july 19
Do you love to arrange those little word magnets on the breakroom fridge into poetry? Like finding surprises? Love to write or read poetry or to craft or make art?
Combine all of these into a fun and challenging project creating found poetry from any non-poetry literature.
You will find and create "black-out" and/or "cut-up text" poetry (or some combination).
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SAT 7/19 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm
@ 1874 LEMMING AVE, Eugene, OR

cold wax & oils 2-morning combined intro/intermediate workshop: july 19 & 20
Dive into the world of cold wax medium without expectations, focusing on the tools and techniques without pressure to create a masterpiece.
2-afternoon WEEKEND COMBINED INTRODUCTORY & INTERMEDIATE COLDWAX WORKSHOP
SAT 3/15 & SUN 3/16 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm
@ 1874 LEMMING AVE, Eugene, OR

Summer members gallery
One of the featured members in the Maude Kerns Art Center Summer Members Gallery showing my new small abstract landscapes in oil and cold wax.
Gallery Hours: Mon - Fri 10:00 am - 5:30 pm; Sat 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm / Gallery is open only when exhibits are on display - check dates at https://mkartcenter.org/exhibits.html

“3 Wishes” exhibition at verum ultimum gallery
Honored to be included in the Verum Ultimum Gallery “3 Wishes” exhibition curated by gallerist Jennifer Gillia Cutshall in Portland, Oregon.
Opening Reception Sat, July 5, 2025, 5 pm - 7 pm.
Gallery Hours: Thurs - Sat 11 am - 5 pm.
CLICK event for a link for online viewing, purchase and gallery blog links.

first friday artwalk: radiant exhibition up through july 18
Exhibition to celebrate Radiant Community Arts new name!
I have 3 pieces in the show and hope you’ll join me at the OPENING RECEPTION on FRIDAY, MAY 2, 5:30 - 8:00 pm, or during the June and July Last Friday ArtWalks.
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“art of water” Red Bluff gallery juried 3-d virtual _benefit_ exhibition
Honored to have a piece chosen by Red Bluff Gallery for inclusion in their 3-D Virtual Exhibit that BENEFITS animal welfare, habitat development and sanctuary at the ACCIDENTAL ANIMAL RESCUE CENTER.
CLICK event for links to view the exhibition and to the animal rescue.
The official exhibit ended 5/19/25 but is still viewable online (as of June 4).

whiteaker last friday artwalk & studio visit: june 27
Visit my art studio to see works in progress and completed abstract paintings. The Whiteaker LAST FRIDAY ARTWALK (May thru October) is a grassroots effort between local artists and businesses to empower community engagement though art.

cold wax & oils 2-afternoon combined intro/intermediate workshop: june 14 & 15
Dive into the world of cold wax medium without expectations, focusing on the tools and techniques without pressure to create a masterpiece.
2-MORNING WEEKEND COMBINED INTRODUCTORY & INTERMEDIATE COLDWAX WORKSHOP
SAT 6/14 & SUN 6/15 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 pm
@ 1874 LEMMING AVE, Eugene, OR

first friday: radiant exhibition
Exhibition to celebrate Radiant Community Arts new name!
I have 3 pieces in the show and hope you’ll join me at the OPENING RECEPTION on FRIDAY, MAY 2, 5:30 - 8:00 pm, or during the June and July Last Friday ArtWalks.

coldwax & oils open studio for work in progress: april 5 (Copy)
This open studio time for returning CWM artists will be an opportunity for individual and/or group critique of works-in progress and/or nearly finished paintings. I will review and demonstrate technique(s) that could resolve identified issues and move the piece(s) forward. Mounting and framing demo with prior email request.
SATURDAY 3/15 from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
@ 1874 LEMMING AVE, EUGENE, OR

whiteaker last friday artwalk & studio visit: may 30
Visit my art studio to see works in progress and completed abstract paintings. The Whiteaker LAST FRIDAY ARTWALK (May thru October) is a grassroots effort between local artists and businesses to empower community engagement though art.

“passage of life 2025: aging” juried online exhibition
Honored to have a piece chosen for inclusion in this online exhibition. Enjoy!
CLICK event for links to view the exhibition and leave comments.

first friday artwalk: radiant exhibition up through July 18
Exhibition to celebrate Radiant Community Arts new name!
I have 3 pieces in the show and hope you’ll join me at the OPENING RECEPTION on FRIDAY, MAY 2, 5:30 - 8:00 pm, or during the June 6 and July 4 Last Friday ArtWalks in Eugene.

cold wax & oils 2-afternoon combined intro/intermediate workshop: april 12 & 13
Dive into the world of cold wax medium without expectations, focusing on the tools and techniques without pressure to create a masterpiece.
2-afternoon WEEKEND COMBINED INTRODUCTORY & INTERMEDIATE COLDWAX WORKSHOP
SAT 3/15 & SUN 3/16 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm
@ 1874 LEMMING AVE, Eugene, OR

coldwax & oils open studio for work in progress: april 5
This open studio time for returning CWM artists will be an opportunity for individual and/or group critique of works-in progress and/or nearly finished paintings. I will review and demonstrate technique(s) that could resolve identified issues and move the piece(s) forward. Mounting and framing demo with prior email request.
SATURDAY 3/15 from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
@ 1874 LEMMING AVE, EUGENE, OR

Studio visit
Come see my working art studio “where the magic happens”!
Contact me to confirm the date and time (or suggest a different one) and for location.

cold wax & oils 2-afternoon combined intro/intermediate workshop: march 15 & 16
Dive into the world of cold wax medium without expectations, focusing on the tools and techniques without pressure to create a masterpiece.
2-afternoon WEEKEND COMBINED INTRODUCTORY & INTERMEDIATE COLDWAX WORKSHOP
SAT 3/15 & SUN 3/16 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm
@ 1874 LEMMING AVE, Eugene, OR

coldwax & oils open studio for work in progress: march 15
This open studio time for returning CWM artists will be an opportunity for individual and/or group critique of works-in progress and/or nearly finished paintings. I will review and demonstrate technique(s) that could resolve identified issues and move the piece(s) forward. Mounting and framing demo with prior email request.
SATURDAY 3/15 from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
@ 1874 LEMMING AVE, EUGENE, OR

“forms & figures” juried online exhibition
Honored to have a piece chosen for inclusion in this international online exhibition. Enjoy!
CLICK event for a link to view the exhibition and leave comments.

coldwax & oils 3-afternoon introductory workshop: february 15-17
Dive into the world of cold wax medium without expectations, focusing on the tools and techniques without pressure to create a masterpiece.
3-day WEEKEND INTRODUCTORY COLDWAX WORKSHOP
SAT 2/15, SUN 2/16 & SUN 2/17 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm
@ 1874 LEMMING AVE, Eugene, OR

coldwax & oils open studio for work in progress: february 15
This open studio time for returning CWM artists will be an opportunity for individual and/or group critique of works-in progress and/or nearly finished paintings. I will review and demonstrate technique(s) that could resolve identified issues and move the piece(s) forward. Mounting and framing demo with prior email request.
SATURDAY 1/18 from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
@ 1874 LEMMING AVE, EUGENE, OR

signs & symbols 2025 online international juried exhibition
Honored to have a piece chosen for inclusion in this exhibition. Enjoy!
CLICK event for links to view the exhibition.

2024 International cold wax juried exhibition
STILL AVAILABLE ONLINE!
2024 INTERNATIONAL COLD WAX JURIED EXHIBITION
Honored to have my abstract piece, “Oregon Coast” selected! You can find it in my “archetypal symbols” portfolio!
Juror: Chicago gallerist Dan Addington
CLICK event for ongoing active link to view this fabulous exhibition.

KLCC radio review
STILL AVAILABLE ONLINE!
Video and print review of my solo show, “Balance,” on KLCC (local NPR radio), by local artist and journalist Sandy Brown Jensen as part of her “Viz City” program.
CLICK event for active ongoing link to listen or view the article (and see some of the pieces in the solo show).