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Looking back...and looking ahead! January 2026 update
Where in the world have I been recently? Read on to find out... Well, hello! It has been a little while since we’ve chatted. It wasn’t because I didn’t want to — it’s because, once again, I’ve been busy and away. You might wonder if I’m ever home. Believe me, I wonder the same thing from time to time. But it’s all good! In this update: My highlights from 2025: Wildlife, art, travel and adventure New Work: Gotcha and Something in the Air Join my Art Level Up series My highlig
Jan 1


I was up a creek...with a paddle! October 2025 update
Sometimes, while canoeing, you just need to stop and admire the beauty around you... You may have noticed I didn’t send out a newsletter in September. Sorry about that! But I had a good reason: I was away, canoeing and camping in the wilds of British Columbia. Read on to learn all about it… In this update: Big adventure in a canoe! New Work: Out of the Woods Where you can see my art I know, that's a lot of photos! But I wanted to show you how beautiful my canoe trip was! Bi
Sep 30, 2025


A month-long art show and new little birds! August 2025 update
Yes, I'm in a month-long art show! Come and see it while it lasts! It’s August and the weather is hot where I am! Too hot! So let’s talk...
Jul 31, 2025


Time for nature and summer art shows! July 2025 update
Canoeing on Slocan Lake — such a beautiful place! And full of artistic inspiration! I don’t know about you, but when the weather gets as...
Jul 4, 2025


Wrapping up a busy spring by painting in nature! June 2025 update
Greetings from Timid Turtle Pond, one of my favourite places in the world. In the first article below I'll tell you why it's also one of...
Jun 10, 2025


Why do I like to <X> so much?April 2025 update
Teaching and learning! At top, a workshop I led in Peachland, BC in October. Bottom left is a special workshop I held with my three...
Apr 3, 2025


3 Great Benefits Of Cabin Fever — March 2025 update
That's me! Keeping cool and finding ways to beat cabin fever! Like my boots? It’s March, so this newsletter will come in like a lion and...
Mar 1, 2025


Why do I paint the way I do? February 2025 update
What can I say? I love to be out in nature! Wow, did January seem long to you? It sure did for me, so I’ll keep this short and jump in to...
Feb 1, 2025


New year, new work and new views! My January 2025 update
A colourful Happy New Year! Welcome to 2025! I have a big year planned, including some shows, a few workshops and a lot more painting!...
Jan 4, 2025


Getting emotional about painting! My November update
Sunrise at Timid Turtle Pond in October — I love it! I'm back! Did you miss me? In this month’s update: OK, now where's Diana? Getting...
Nov 5, 2024


Fancy pants and al-fresco turkeys! My October update
It’s October, and you know what that means? Yep, lots of colour, which suits me just fine as an artist! Here’s what I have for you in...
Oct 2, 2024


Alaska, the Yukon and Art Walk! September Update
That was sure a busy time! This summer has been a whirlwind for me, with travel, painting and getting ready for my biggest show of the...
Sep 2, 2024
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