A Window to the Past

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I’ve always been fascinated by antique furniture, objects, buildings–anything that gives us a glimpse into the past.  Growing up I loved the “Little House on the Prairie” books (I was named for Carrie Ingalls, one of Laura’s sisters) and other historical stories, and I love studying art and design in both Eastern and Western cultures. [...]

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A Few Small Repairs

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As I’ve mentioned in previous posts, artists of all kinds often depend upon a “day job” as a means of support while they work to develop their careers.  I’m no exception, and have always sought out positions that are somehow arts-related.  Since graduating from college I’ve worked for a state arts agency, an art gallery, [...]

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Giving Thanks

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With Thanksgiving almost upon us, there are several things that I’m especially thankful for that I’d like to mention.  They seem basic, but basic things are often the most important and can often go unrecognized in our busy day-to-day lives. I’m thankful for clean water that comes from a tap, and the food that I [...]

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