A journal of art, photography, spirituality, ideas, books, movies, food, poetry & hope
Summer’s End (New Large Oil Painting)
Read moreI'm feeling a little bittersweet that summer is almost over, and that's what this new oil painting of mine...
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Scallion Oil Halibut (Recipe)
Read moreThis dish is called pa gireum in Korean, and it is super easy and very flavorful.
Odysseus’ Return (New Abstract Painting in Acrylic Collage)
Read moreI painted this acrylic collage after returning from also sailing the Aegean Sea.
My Friends (Book Review)
Read moreThis story is about a piece of art, and the story is art in itself.
Art Needs Friends (Quotes by Fredrik Backman)
Read moreTomorrow I'll review the book, My Friends, by Fredrik Backman, but first I wanted to capture some of the...
Polly Answers #15
Read moreQuestions about my travel sketchbooks, my black and white photography, and our recent travel bonanza.
Bits and Clips for August 2025
Read moreI hope you find something among all this artwork, photography, memes, links, and quotes that spurs you on, inspires,...
Black and White Photographs from our California Trip
Read moreTaking photos in black and white helps me focus on composition, texture, light and shadow.
A Lady’s Guide to Fortune-Hunting (Book Review)
Read moreRead this if you need something light, entertaining, fast moving, and diverting. I loved it and give it five...
