Three Teaspoons

16 × 20 in Oil

Three Teaspoons was a painting I simply had to create, and I’m thrilled that the photographer generously gave me permission to do so. How fitting that these precious baby spoonbills are “teaspoons”!

Moments like this, captured in nature, are such a blessing for us to enjoy. I’m absolutely fascinated by spoonbills—their beauty, character, and tender family moments—and that fascination naturally finds its way into my artwork.

“The Keeper of Ten” captures a familiar coastal sentinel—a pelican poised confidently atop buoy number 10 near Harbor Island. With a quiet authority, the bird surveys the surrounding waters, embodying both patience and watchfulness in a scene that feels timeless to those who know the rhythm of the coast.

“Leap of Faith” captures a fleeting, exhilarating moment as a roseate spoonbill lifts gracefully from the marsh, wings unfurling in a radiant sweep of soft pinks and luminous whites. The bird’s elegant form cuts through a backdrop of vertical grasses, their earthy greens and golden tones creating a sense of depth and quiet stillness—just before it’s broken by motion.

This playful oil painting celebrates the humble oyster with a burst of imagination and color. Created for an oyster-themed contest hosted by the Fripp Island Art Guild, the piece transforms a familiar shell into a vibrant, almost magical subject. Swirls of lavender, teal, blush pink, and soft gold ripple across its surface, giving the oyster an iridescent glow that feels both whimsical and full of personality.

Barefoot in the Dunes
Oil on Canvas, 8" x 10"

“Barefoot in the Dunes” captures the simple joy of stepping into a world shaped by sun, sand, and sea breeze. A winding path cuts through soft, grassy dunes, leading the eye toward the shoreline just beyond. Warm coastal light dances across the sandy trail, inviting viewers to leave the flip flops behind and get your toes in the sand.