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Thoughts about autism, art business and backstories for my art, as featured in my 2025 calendar. New story the 1st day of every month.
Every Painting Has a Story: October 2026 – “Let the Tide Carry You”
Hello again, friends. Welcome to the final quarter of 2026. This month’s painting story is one that I personally need to hear so I’m excited to share it with you! “Let the Tide Carry You” was inspired by a week with my family in a seaside cottage on Samish Island,…
Every Painting Has a Story: September 2026 – “Another Day of Grace”
Ah September… here we are in the last third of the year. With the kids returning to school, September always feels to me like a second January – the beginning of another year but measured differently. The story behind the painting this month is for these days where life ramps…
Every Painting Has a Story: August 2026 – “Vitamin Sea”
Hello friends, welcome to August. The story this month will be brief because it’s summertime! Ready? Let’s dive in. “Vitamin Sea” was created as part of a trio of paintings for the Square Foot Show in March 2025. It was my first time participating in this online show and I…
Every Painting Has a Story: July 2026 – “May Love Bring You Home to Each Other”
Well friends, here we are starting the second half of this year. In our household, July comes with a bunch of birthday celebrations and the hopefulness of summer. The painting for this month is also a celebratory one, but for a different occasion. Here’s the story:…
Every Painting Has a Story: June 2026 – “Remember to Breathe”
Hello friends, it’s June! Are you thinking, “How is it halfway through the year already?” or, “How has it only been half a year?” For me, it’s more of the second statement. The last three months have been rough and I’m really glad for the comfort of this month’s painting.…
Every Painting Has a Story: May 2026 – “Chasing Presence”
Hello friends and welcome to my favourite month of the year: May! I always look forward to May because it’s my birth month AND it actually feels like spring. Naturally, I chose a painting for this month that brings me joy and I’m excited to tell you about it. …
Every Painting Has a Story: April 2026 – “Here She Is”
Hello my friends, is it strange that one quarter of the year is passed already? Time is precious and this month’s story brings that to light in the most profound way. A word of caution before we dive in: this month’s story is about grief and terminal illness. If these…
Every Painting Has a Story: March 2026 – “It’s About the Journey”
Hello friends, welcome to the third month of the year! Many people have commented on how much they like the painting for this month and I’m really excited to share the story behind it. So, come, let’s take a walk together, shall we?…
Every Painting Has a Story: February 2026 – “Let Gentleness Enfold You”
Hello my friends, I don’t know about you, but world news feels harsh right now and I need some softness. Thankfully, the painting for this month is just that. I look forward to sharing its story with you.…