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Two months of intense work and the largest painting I have done so far is finished! If you want your room to make the statement, embed this piece on a broad wall to enhanced the feel of brightness and volume. In coming up with the design of this composition, I started off drawing shapes that took another dimension when I added the colors to them. Experiencing with shapes, shades and highlights...

On January 3rd, 2014 I had my civil marriage in Des Moines, Iowa.  I am legally married!  My now husband is originally from Switzerland and ended up finding a full-time job in Zurich.  So off to Switzerland we go. My main focus for now is, of course, my art, as well as, learning German.  For the fact that I am not Swiss and don't know German, it's difficult to find a job right away. But that's...

  Just moved to Brooklyn, NY in August.  In order to make a living in New York, I have been focusing my time on finding a job in order to finance some supplies for a new painting to work on. As always, I am eager to start.  My hope was to find an art-based job but I soon found out how competitive it is here.  Since I know I am only going to be living in New York for a short time, I have to...

  Yesterday, July 19th, 2013 I had my first art show! It was held at The Great Frame Up located in West Des Moines, Iowa, where I had been interning for the summer. I showcased my most recent artwork, as well as, my older pieces from when I first began to advance as a painter. Moreover, since I was interning at a The Great Frame Up, I was able to frame four of my beginning paintings!...

  Started my summer internship at The Great Frame Up in West Des Moines, Iowa.  It is a custom framing shop that strives on high-quality products without overlooking its customer service. A good way to learn framing techniques that will be benificial to me and my paintings down the road. Definitely looking forward to that experience. At the end of my internship, I will have the opportunity...