Warm Trade

12″ x 12″ Watercolor on Clayboard

I am currently pursuing a PhD in Art Education at the University of Tucson.  I do continue to paint, and have recently finished three paintings in my bead series.  Early trade beads continue to inspire my imagination.  I am drawn to the texture, color, pattern and the HISTORY!   This one was an exploration of warm tones within my composition.

Tucson is home to a major world gem and bead show.  Perfect place for me to explore beads! The Tucson Gem show is incredible, and takes over the entire city, and extends in various locations for nearly 3 weeks.  I took in quite a few of the shows, got inspired, and yes, bought some subject matter!  There is a show in the fall, and the big one is in the Spring.  Check out these websites if you are interested in this amazing Tucson event!

http://www.tgms.org/

http://www.visittucson.org/gemshow/index.cfm?action=search&menuID=1355

http://www.tucsongemshows.net/coming.html