Here’s an update on things visual, including our plans for an Oregon studio get away (with link for you to check out) and a time-lapse video of an hour-long portrait condensed to just one minute.

Here’s a quick look at work sold in 2011, and an invitation to subscribe to Blank Slate, a new blog on the art called “life.”

This issue we’re sharing six works that didn’t pass muster in a local competition and some thoughts about doing well anyhow. It’s something for all of us.

Here’s a brief e-gallery with only one picture (of 15 paintings). It’s announcing our studio show this weekend. Come if you can; you’ll love it, and we’d love to see you.

Always exploring new subjects and ways to paint them, this month it’s abstract landscapes, another way to experience beauty. And we’re inviting you to our open studio show, coming up November 12 and 13. Further info inside.

Here’s a look at the progress of a custom painting with custom colors for a custom space. It’s a sample of what can be done. Our environments can be made beautiful. If it gives you any ideas, let me know.

For the fourth year Anne’s fine artwork is being featured and the famous Festival of Arts in Laguna Beach. It’s work for the discerning eye, and it’s work you can own.

Children are always a challenge to paint, particularly when they’re your own, or your grandchildren. For all that, here are 12 of ours for your entertainment. (They always entertain us.)

Our semi-annual Studio Show and Sale is happening this weekend. It’s Saturday evening from 4:00 and Sunday afternoon from 1:00. Lots of new work. Also, new workshops coming up. Details inside.

This month Golden West College is showing five pieces of mine . . . the opening being tomorrow evening. The paintings they’re showing are here. Plus a clip of music from last time’s chamber show. And, mark your calendar for our next show at the house (May 7-8).