Stories From Behind The Art

The gondolier's stripe takes years to earn. The light that glows off Venice's canals has no equal. The story behind the art — and the piece is available to bring home.

We're embracing the beloved "sip and paint" concept in El Cajon, but with our own twist — hosting the event at a coffee shop and art gallery, where the art on the walls (from both hobbyists and professionals) surrounds and inspires us, the aroma of fresh coffees and teas fills the air, and the beverages themselves aren't just for sipping. They're part of the palette. That's right — we'll be creating pieces using both traditional pigments and actual coffee and teas.

Most people know San Diego by its coastline — the easy, eternal blue of it. And the coast is worth every word ever written about it. But those of us who roam with a camera and a quiet sort of hunger know that the real story of this place is the journey from the sea to the sky to the sand. It is a journey that unfolds over less than a hundred miles, and yet it crosses ecological worlds as distinct as anything you might find driving from Maine to Georgia. San Diego Splendor liv

There’s Gen X, Gen Z, Millennials, of course, we Baby Boomers…Regardless of generational labels, many of us eventually find ourselves in the midst of what's often termed the Sandwich Generation. This is that distinct period where our attention and energy are often divided between supporting our adult children, perhaps grandchildren, and also providing care and assistance to our aging parents. It often involves a fair amount of spontaneous travel and problem-solving on behalf

When I travel, I carry two faithful companions: my husband, Markus, and my camera. For us, adventure has never been a sudden whirlwind—it has unfolded over decades, patiently waiting for its moment. This is the heart of Natura Art: journeys made permanent, memories translated into paintings, adventures yield the art I share with you.