Art wall at Marco’s Restaurant, 8200 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, California. The opening took place on October 20, 2009. This exhibit featured two new works on the right hand side. One is The Opening, inspired by my Art Salon in June. Next to it is a tribute to Simbari’s Fiances, a favorite of many attendees. I am grateful for the support of Tad Dowell, Stylist and Playwright, and Marco, Restaurateur. The opening night was engaging and entertaining. Glad to have the support of my friends, art lovers and the community.
The week of November 30, I spent in Washington DC and visited The Phillip’s Collection on a Thursday evening jazz and wine night. I had visited this museum nearly twenty years ago, long before beginning oil painting, and always remembered it as a favorite amongst all that I have seen in the world. It was exciting to see that many of the works featured in one of my inspirational books on Impressionism are hanging in the Phillips. It was a magical evening to visit the art and to view the creations of Degas and Monet at eye level and close enough to touch in an elegant and casual cocktail reception with dessert and acoustic jazz.