Another Canvas Cover Coming Soon

"Poem" 8x8 inch acrylic, paper and gold leaf on wood. Original is sold, but prints available on ETSY.

I received a nice email requesting this image for the upcoming November issue of Canvas magazine, so I'm hoping that it makes the cover. This painting was originally titled "A Poet's Work," and it represents -- to me -- the artists's phoenixlike ability to transform loss into beauty. I'm very glad the editor chose this piece because it contains such a fitting message for our troubled financial times and reminds me that every problem is an opportunity. I'm looking forward to reading the articles Diana from Canvas has paired with this image. Here is the link if you would like to check it out. You can find the paper version in many stores & restaurants on Long Island.

Cover of Canvas Magazine!

Well, I've finally returned from my beautiful vacation in Los Angeles. It is a bit dreary here on Long Island in comparison BUT I was happy to find that my painting "Blue Bicycle" was chosen for this month's cover of Canvas magazine. What a nice surprise!!

Despite this great news, I do miss my friends and loved ones in California. One of the highlights of my trip was spending the day painting with Marisa of Creative Thursday in her gorgeous, sunroom studio. She has pictures of our creative day on her blog. I'm wearing an atrocious t-shirt and maternity sweatpants but having a fun doing a commissioned abstract piece for my dear friend, Catie. I was worried, but she loved the piece and is placing it in her new condo by the ocean. I must say, I'm a bit jealous of my own artwork's new home!! :))

Before I sign off, I want to add a special note of thanks to all of you out there who were kind enough to wish me congratulations on the pending birth of our baby boy!! That was SO sweet of you all! Plus, I had a great time checking out all of your blogs & finding some new favorites to visit! Thank you!