Finally... SPRING! A Fresh, New Floral Painting Series

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In these strange and bewildering days, I hang on to beauty, art and family.














Inspired by the gorgeous arrangements in Floret Farm's lovely books, I escaped to my sweet studio and tried something new:

cake decorating techniques on canvas!













As a semi-retired cake artist, I have found that using modeling paste, spackling, and joint compound through frosting bags and tips can make some interesting textures to my paintings.












What a fun way to combine some of the many skills I acquired as a wedding cake artist with my many years of experience with acrylics.









I believe I am onto something here...


                                                   How about you?



Location: Carroll, OH 43112, USA

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