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Collage Botanica Diary, 7
In a long-ago gig working in a florist’s shop, artist Amanda Evanston was tasked with receiving the wholesale deliveries of greens and flowers, unwrapping them, and stocking the walk-in cooler from which the professional florists made selections to arrange into bouquets. In my current foray into becoming a(n amateur) collage florist, I selected two photos… Continue reading
My Story
In 2014, I grab an unexpected opportunity to paint.
To make art.
I get hooked.
In 2015 I start a blog—a diary of my creative practice.
I post my paintings and their stories. The good, the bad, the ugly.
In 2025 I begin writing poetry and include a poem and painting in each post.
My compass points: shake hands with fear, be playful, get messy, trust my gut.

