A Serenade in Lavender

Normally my work is confined to two dimensions, but every once in a while I get to expand my flat universe. Such was the case last week when I was invited to submit a painted chair for the Symphony League of Santa Cruz’s “A Rare Chair Affair.” Creative chairs...

May I tempt you?

Bite into my latest recipe art…Fig Biscotti! I entered this in a contest on “They Draw And Cook.com,” where it took an honorable mention with the folks at the California Fig Advisory Board. The original is currently available for $1200, and you can also purchase...

Orange is the new White

One of my favorite things about living in California is the winter oranges that ripen just around the holidays. Our tiny tree went nuts this year, over-producing a juicy sun-kissed crop. Over the last several weeks, we’ve been picking and squeezing the most delicious...

Change your oil, enjoy art!

I’ve got an exhibit of about 25 pieces of art up at the Lexus Service Center in Santa Clara. If you’re a Lexus owner and in need of an oil change, you’ll get to enjoy a little art while you wait. Even if you’re not, you can still take a peek at...

Pig Racing in Ireland

  On a recent trip to Ireland our adventures took us to Belturbet to watch Pig Racing. Not even all the locals know about this high point of culture. In fact, we arrived early unable to find where the races were to be held. At 3:30pm, there was not a sign, crowd,...