Possum Kingdom

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This summer has been full of adventure and art. I’ve been busy exploring new places, meeting new people, and I feel like I’ve finally found a good rhythm in my studio.

Here’s a taste of what I’ve been up to:

Sunset over Possum Kingdom Lake. I went camping at the state park for a couple nights and enjoyed the quiet of a lake right before the July 4th weekend.
One side of the rock formation know as “Hell’s Gate” in Possum Kingdom Lake, which was alive with cliff swallows darting in and out of their nests.
My friend convinced me that we should rent a small pontoon boat for the day and I’ll be forever grateful – it was so much fun!

Possum Kingdom State Park is small but has everything you’d want for a weekend on the lake. There are boat rentals, fishing supplies, and even a few short hiking trails which offer nice views. I saw lots of deer, but not a single possum.

Back in Austin:

My art installation “Magic Eye” added a little something extra to a private event.
At night it glows different colors, which creates the appearance of movement in the optical illusions.
Drawing the outline for a stylized painting of Hamilton Pool (a popular swimming destination just outside of Austin).
“Hamilton Pool”, acrylic on canvas, 20″x24″
Live painting at an event in West Lake Hills.
The finished painting: “Flomot Longhorns”, acrylic on canvas, 20″x30″

I’m painting just about every day and currently planning a camping trip to Davis Mountains State Park, which is close enough to Marfa to do day trips. I can’t wait to explore the area and see shooting stars move across that clear night sky.

Mark your calendars: I finally got the dates for my first solo exhibition! Iconic Texas is scheduled to be on display at the Julia C. Butridge Gallery November 6, 2021 through January 8, 2022.

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