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Visual artist, widow, mother to two teenagers, proprietress of the women's online clothing shop, Quotidienne.
This is a place where I will post what's happening in my studio (or not), show new work, and share what's inspiring. You can see more of my work by clicking on the Gallery link.
You can contact me at veuve13@gmail.com.
All original artwork posted on this website is copyrighted.
This is a place where I will post what's happening in my studio (or not), show new work, and share what's inspiring. You can see more of my work by clicking on the Gallery link.
You can contact me at veuve13@gmail.com.
All original artwork posted on this website is copyrighted.
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One of the most joyful experiences I've had in my life was the community ballet class I took as an adult (in my 30s/40s). Whenever we struggled with something, the teacher had a habit of saying, "Ballet is hard! If it was easy, everyone would be doing it."
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