It was more than two years ago that I arrived home from the trip of my life – an expedition to Antarctica. I promised myself that I would start going out to see the whales in the channel. I don’t know why, but those regular outings did not happen. This year, I re-energized myself after […]
This is one of my favorite shows offered in the beautiful space at the Voice Gallery. This exhibition shows a variety of art pieces from the Santa Barbara Art Association artist. Come by and view anytime the month of July. But the best time for visiting with the artist is at the Open House July
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The Tri-County Juried Exhibition is an exhibition that I look forward to every year. Each year the exhibition has a unique theme and a different juror. The artists come from three of our nearby counties – San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties. The Westmont Ridley-Tree Museum of Art is a beautiful place to
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How do we perceive our images … or know how to make choices in creating, editing and printing our photo art?
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Earth day 2026 I once again take an early morning walk of the beach where Earth Day began back in 1969 caused by the oil spill in the Santa Barbara Channel area resulting in a cascade of environmental destruction. Out of concern, anger and a proactive community, a wave of environmental action occurred turning into
This exhibition is my way of sharing some of my images and thoughts surrounding a rare opportunity to travel to Antarctica, and how I reflected on our nearby places that I frequently visit when I arrived home. I discovered a new found appreciation in the similarities and the contrasts of local beauty to that of
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World Penguin Day is officially celebrated internationally on April 25th. This is the perfect time to reflect on these wonderful creatures and the contributions they bring to our world. I had the opportunity to visit their home last year just as bird flu was becoming a threat globally, including Antartica. We had extremly cautious protocols
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It was a dark wintery solstice morning. Upon leaving the house, I check the wave app – Mmm, looks like an average tide. So, I decided to go to a very nearby beach, easy and possibly find some sanderlings. I gathered my camera bag, put on my knee high welly boots, and made my way
Nothing is more honest than being face to face with sea life.
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Happy Earth Day 2024 revealed the history of Summerland Beach.
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