Introducing new “Faith” series using a new medium

After saying for so long that I wanted to experiment with a new medium, I decided to try my hand at lucite, and I’m so excited to be sharing this fresh new medium which I recently launched at our “RECHARGED” art show in Dallas two weeks ago.  I’ve always been drawn to the creative possibilities … Read more

Abundance glass art with Anna Lou Curnes, Glass Artist, cropped at the left of the image

Using glass art to practice mindfulness

Mindfulness helps us stay in the present moment. It allows us to become aware of our body, how we feel (both physically and emotionally), our thoughts, imagination and how we respond or react to each moment in life. Creating ‘pauses’ in our everyday life can help us connect with ourselves and others on a deeper … Read more

Flowers are the first sign of Spring

March 21st marked the first day of Spring, and I was So Ready for it! Winter has gone on long enough!   The days are finally getting longer, the air is warmer and those hopeful buds on the trees and flowers are the sign that spring is well and truly upon us.    The Spring … Read more

Dallas Fine Art show features notable new artwork in Glass Art

“RECHARGED” Fine Art Show features notable new artwork    In-person events are back with a bang at the ALG Collective! It’s sure been a long time coming, and we’re so excited to host our Premier Spring Art Show, “RECHARGED,” on Wednesday, April 20th from 5-9pm at the ALG Collective, 1302 Dragon Street.     I’ll be … Read more

Celebrating International Women’s Day in Dallas

This week marks International Women’s Day, a day to celebrate women’s equality, eliminate discrimination and bias between genders and celebrate women’s achievements.    Throughout history, there have been many women who have considerably impacted the world as we know it today. From individuals such as Maya Angelou who fought back against a society filled with … Read more

Choosing the right art for your favorite room

We all have a favorite room in our homes. It could be the hustle and bustle of your family kitchen and den where you all hang out together, or perhaps it’s a more peaceful room where you can escape from everyone and have some quiet reading and reflection time. Whichever room it is for you, … Read more

What art style best suits your home interior?

We all have our own taste when it comes to choosing art pieces for our home. Especially as our homes express so much about our personality and style. It’s important to choose art that not only complements our home interior, but also something that we can cherish on our walls for a very long time.  … Read more

Using glass art to reflect on the year just past

Using creativity to reflect  I love this time in between Christmas and New Year. Those hazy days spending time with my family, either lazing by the Christmas tree in my PJs binging on shows or going on a winter walk with my friends and puppies and coming home to hot chocolate and cookies. I’m never … Read more

Creative ways to decorate your Christmas table

The ingredients for a joyous Christmas meal are great food (obviously), precious company, and a show-stopper of a Christmas dining table.  A beautifully decorated Christmas table will make your meal taste better and provide the perfect backdrop to a joyous festive dinner. Whether you’re going for an elegant and traditional setting or something with lots … Read more

Glass flowers that bloom all year

If you’re a lover of flowers, there’s so much more you can do with them than just popping a bunch in a vase. There are so many creative ways to bring color and happiness into your home with glass flowers.    Flowers aren’t just designed to be enjoyed from our garden, they can be enjoyed … Read more

Introducing “Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em” glass art mural

We’re often told to forget the past and live in the present. While far too many of us live defined by the choices we made in the past, it’s not something that we should forget in a hurry. Acknowledging the past helps us to approach each day differently; more kindly, more graciously as we get … Read more

The ULTIMATE Dallas Christmas Gift Guide 2021

Are you looking for a unique gift this Christmas for a special person in your life? Do you want to choose something a little different that has meaning, that they can cherish forever?   I’ve got some great ideas…   I’ve put together this Dallas Christmas Gift Guide, brimming with unique art ideas for every … Read more

Commissioning a Dallas Artist

Commissioning a Dallas artist to make a custom-made piece of work for you can be both exciting and daunting at the same time. One of the reasons people commission an artist is because they can’t always find their exact requirements from work that’s already been created. They want something that deeply expresses their special moment, … Read more

How I like to give thanks at Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays.    It gives us a little time out with our families to practice appreciation and gratitude for everything we have and every single person who has blessed us in our lives.    Here are some of the ways that I like to celebrate Thanksgiving:    Reflection time   … Read more

Working with Dallas Interior Designers on commissioning art

Many interior designers I have worked with in Dallas know how to make art part of their design process. Working together to be able to get a deep understanding of what the client wants, creating a vision to transform a room, and coming up with innovative ideas to bring the client’s personality to the project … Read more

Transform space and light in your Dallas Office with Glass Art Installations

Office wall décor is one of the important things to get right if you want to impress clients, enhance productivity, and attract the right talent to your organization. Yet so many businesses don’t consider bringing a little creativity into their space to enhance performance and make their brand stand out.    Carefully selecting office art … Read more

Celebrating Halloween in Dallas as an artist

Halloween is such a fun time of year. I love the way it inspires the creative mind; from making costumes and decorating with ghosts and goblins, to carving and painting pumpkins. For me, Halloween runs together with all of Fall, creating a whole season where creativity and imagination are encouraged to run wild!    Holiday … Read more

Filling your home with beautiful Fall colors with glass art

The Fall is one of my favorite times of year because of the warm colors everywhere and the warm feeling it brings to the home. I simply love strolling through our local parks and hearing the crisp leaves under my feet, and yes, even the aroma of pumpkin spice in the streets of Dallas.    … Read more

Looking forward to the future with glass art murals

I recently returned from Figure 8, NC, having enjoyed a really wonderful vacation with some of my Wake Forest friends. I love the anticipation of a vacation; spending quality time with special people in my life and taking some time out of my studio to unwind and let my hair down.    The thrill of … Read more

Honoring the present moment with glass art mirrors

How often do we really relish this present moment; being fully present in the here and now and not wanting for anything else; no longer worrying about what happened in the past and not fearing what will happen in the future?   Sometimes it feels like there is so much chaos and drama around us, … Read more

6 Clever ways to decorate your bookcase using accessories

A bookcase can be a functional accessory for your home, storing all your treasured novels and books, but you want to resist the urge to pack a ton of books on each shelf, and instead mix up accessories and small pieces of art to add interest and create balance.    For a picture-perfect bookcase décor, … Read more