Rite of Passage
















I am still framing work for the Art Tour and just finished this piece.  Tomorrow I will begin hanging artwork and the transformation of my studio into a gallery.  I am looking forward to the weekend!

Above, is Rite of Passage (14.5 x 36 in.), my Monotype with silver leaf mounted to panel.

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