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Going to Meet Dad
I had the privilege to illustrate the children's book, Going to Meet Dad , with author Kathleen Heinz. What will it be like to meet my...
Joan
Apr 83 min read
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2025! Need a Service Cat for That?
My daughter has a cute little black kitty with a teeny white patch on her chest. Adopted during Covid, Jetta provided needed company and...
Joan
Jan 11 min read
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Gift Ideas 2024
That latest addition to my Wally the Wallowa Lake Monster Merch is a 25-page activity book aimed at ages 6-9. Released for tourist...
Joan
Nov 12, 20241 min read
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Going Once...
Wally, the Wallowa Lake Monster #10 will be auctioned off on June 30th during Josephy Center's Luau.This event is part of their Capital...
Joan
Jun 11, 20241 min read
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A-OKAY at The OK
My part of the renovated OK Theater concession area and entryway is done! The vision has changed quite a bit from the beginning, but I'm...
Joan
Mar 7, 20242 min read
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Gift Ideas
Home decor store, Element, in Joseph, is currently carrying eight of my fine art prints! This fun store also carries furniture, food and...
Joan
Oct 18, 20231 min read
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Saddle Up!
I was honored to be asked to create this year's Chief Joseph Days Rodeo poster. The unveiling happened April 15th at the CJD Queen...
Joan
Apr 21, 20231 min read
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Happy Holidays!
Wishing everyone peace, happiness and a fulfilling 2023. I was very excited to be contacted by Daryl Browne, writer for Oregon ArtsWatch,...
Joan
Dec 24, 20221 min read
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Boxing Up Day
The exhibit at Josephy Center is all packed up and pieces that have sold are being delivered or shipped. Bittersweet. I've enjoyed this...
Joan
Nov 16, 20221 min read
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And the Winner is ...
I've compiled the votes from 44 ballets turned in at, or shortly after, the opening reception. I asked people to vote for their top 3...
Joan
Oct 13, 20221 min read
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Thank You!
Wow. I could not ask for anything more from this past weekend and the show reception. Seeing local friends and those from afar, my kids...
Joan
Oct 4, 20221 min read
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It Looks Like a Real Art Show
Made a couple of trips on Tuesday to bring artwork to Josephy Center. Wednesday, had a great group of people to help. Steve and DJ hung...
Joan
Sep 30, 20221 min read
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And That's a Wrap!
It's official, I am 55 years old and I have 55 pieces of art done! Thank you everyone for your amazing support. There were days when I...
Joan
Aug 29, 20221 min read
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Half a Painting To Go!
Acrylic underpainting. 24" x 36" In June I decided I was missing a traditional, all-encompassing view of Wallowa Lake. I was enjoying...
Joan
Aug 15, 20221 min read
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Help Me Pick a Cover
A little over two months to go and it is getting real! I had to move my deadline up because of supply issues with the printer of my...
Joan
Jul 20, 20221 min read
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Little Watercolors
Just curious if anyone has a preference between the two mountain scenes. Home Eagle Caps 1 Eagle Caps 2
Joan
Jul 3, 20221 min read
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Joan
Jun 22, 20220 min read
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