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Join me for Workshops in France, unlike any other. We will explore beautiful villages, visit majestic Chateaux's, dine on amazing food and wine and paint our way through France.

Solo Exhibit Nov. & Dec. 2020

10/1/2020

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I am delighted to share my upcoming Solo Exhibit at the Mirella Cimato Gallery within the St. Petersburg Opera Company. Show runs November and December 2020. Watch for Virtual instructions coming soon. In person visits by appointed. Call 727.823.2040 or email mirella.cimato@gmail.com. Thanks for visiting.
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Summer Workshops in The Poppy Fields Of Ile de re, France

9/22/2019

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Having traveled to my husband's hometown of the Island of Ile de Re, France for over 25 years now, my favorite time of the year is early Summer. The Parisienne vacationers have not invaded the island yet, that is reserved for August each year. This past summer was extremely special as the Poppies were in full bloom. I arrived in France mid May, which was actually a little earlier than I normal travel. To my surprise RED was everywhere. When the artists arrived for our Plein Air Painting week, it could not have been more picturesque.
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We were a group of Painters driving around the island in hot pursuit of fresh Poppies. We drove down a small meandering dirt road until we found this gorgeous field with a beautiful farmhouse off in the distance. STOP the car... and out of the SUV we jumped, with our easels in hand, ready for a quick setup to get started painting. I must admit, we spent as much time snapping selfies in the fields as we did painting. It was too beautiful to pass up this amazing photo op.
Here are fellow Artists Catherine Mulflur, Janey Brammer, Patty McGeeney and Noreen Coup enjoying the beauty of the Island and its fresh Poppy Field. The exciting thing was that we were all at different levels on our painting journeys. To see a beginner at first be overwhelmed with the entire experience and feel so happy and satisfied at the end of the session was so gratifying.  And watching a seasoned pro get just as excited to paint was rewarding for all of us to experience.
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This is a Painting that I did while standing in the Poppy Field. I loved the way the tree line background set the stage for the Poppies in the foreground.
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Here is the actual photo from this location in the poppy field. It's always exciting when you stumble across a good spot to paint, as we certainly did with this location.  
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One of the 10 villages on the island of Ile de re, is the village of La Flotte, registered as one of the "Most Beautiful Villages In France".  There you will find the ruins of a XII Century Abbey. This historical site offers the spectacular remains of the Abbey build by Cistercian monks in 1156 who first settled on the island and developed the wine and salt industry, still in production today.  It is surrounded by wheat fields and poppies  this time of the year and a potato farmer working the fields. BTW, he wasn't too keen on us taking his picture. Opps, we snuck a photo anyway. C'est la vie.
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July 08th, 2019 - Painting In the Loire Valley

7/8/2019

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Painting In The Loire Valley

Our 2019 Stay at our host Chateau in Nouzilly, France was amazing. Two glorious weeks of plein air painting, visiting chateaus, cooking together, eating, drinking, and so many laughs to remember forever.
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We stayed on the grounds of this beautiful private chateau. NOT open to the public. Day one, Rain! Oh No, Plan B, on the property there is a Atelier where we painting the figure... me. It was a slightly overcast, so painting inside was the way to go. Being the model gave me the opportunity to see what it's like to sit still for 3 hours... Hats off to those models who do it professionally. However I did get to enjoy watching these talented artists do a study of me.
We also visited three of the majestic Chateaux's in the Loire Valley. Chenonceau, Amboise and Villandry. Each  Chateau has its own special character and charm. We painted on the grounds of Chenonceau and nearby Chateau Amboise. What an exciting experience for everyone to be able to paint next to these impressive Chateaux's. 
Visit my website www.impressionismwithanedge.com for information about Workshops in France 2020. 
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Painting and Cooking our Way Through France, WOrkshop 2018

7/25/2018

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Highlights from our 2018 Workshop in France 

It all began in Paris on June 24th, at Charles de Gualle Airport. I asked the group to please pack light! Take a look at the trunk of one of our Peugeot 5008's. We just made it. One more paint brush and we would have been overloaded.
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Our first stop... Chateau d'Ambille, a private Chateau in the heart of the Loire Valley. We were the guests of our hosts,  Fe and Gus for this amazing stay on the grounds of their estate. We visited the magnificent Chateau Chenonceau and Winery's and Caves in the area.
Cooking classes everyday with our own Personal Chef, Laurent Guinci.
Crepes, Salmon en Croute, Tart Tatin, Tomato Puff Pastry, Chicken 3 Ways, etc.  The list of fabulous, easy to prepare and delicious dishes goes on and on. For a peak at Lolo's Cookbook, visit ​https://laurentguinci.com/lolo-cook-book/
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Next stop, the beautiful island of Ile de Re where we took over this quaint B&B L'Hippocampe in the village of La Flotte. This magical island is the getaway for Parisians and the French who want to escape the hustle and bustle of the big cities. There are 10 villages on the island, each with its own character. Beaches, Lighthouse, Restaurants, Boutiques, Wineries and Sailing. The island is know for its salt production, the "Fleur de Sel". Also growing on the island are grape vines, potatoes, wheat, sunflowers, poppies and more. 
And of course, Painting. Check out these Plein Air paintings from the group. We painted on the grounds of the Private Chateau, along la place (the beach) at low tide and high tide on Ile de Re, and at the Abbey des Chateliers, a 12th Century ruin at 10 pm that evening. Simply Magical!
And a final farewell dinner at an outdoor terrace in the beautiful harbor of St. Martin, Ile de Re. 
NEXT YEARS WORKSHOP, promises to be just as magical. We will visit Ile de Re, La Rochelle, Bordeaux,  St. Emilion, Pomerol Wine Region and Dordogne with its Hillside Castles, Prehistoric Caves and some of the best food in France. And of course Painting and Cooking all along the way.
Visit www.impressionismwithanedge.com to sign up for the waiting list.
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Montreal 40 years Later, EVERYTHING Old is New Again...

10/16/2017

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Montreal in the Fall... Its been nearly 40 years since I last visited Montreal, and I found the City much more beautiful than I remembered. This is were my Mother was born and lived from 1930 to 1948. After the war, the family moved to Hollywood, California, but her roots in Montreal are still present.
Clark Street where she lived from age 5 to 12, the neighborhood called Plateau-Mont-Royal. Its reminded me of the Brooklyn of Montreal. Trendy, Hip Shops and Restaurants and renovated apartments and townhouse. It is also the Jewish Quarter with many delicious Bagel Shops here for over 80 years. We had to do a "Bagel Challenge", St. Viateur Bagel Shop vs. Fairmount Bagels. Agreed that right out of the oven wins everytime!!!
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The Marche Atwater is a collection of food stalls and shops selling everything from Cheese, Pastry, Meats, Flowers and so much more. One of 3 major markets in the City.  
And a visit to Montreal would not be complete without a stop at Schwartz's on Blvd. St. Laurent, 80 years of tradition, A Montreal Classic. The oldest deli in Canada. www.schwartzsdeli.com
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And to keep the scales balanced, there is Damas, voted the best choice for Vegan and Vegetarians in Montreal. Tried the sampler menu with both Vegan and Meat Dishes for those who cared to indulge... and we did. Yum!
www.restaurant-damas.com
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And a blog could not be complete without a blurb on Art. Sadly this trip did not allow time to visit the many wonderful museums and galleries in the City. However, during the 2 days and nearly 20 miles of walking... not to mention the blisters on my feet, we did see lots of colorful street art. It is a very colorful city, with lots of projection mapping and street festivals throughout the City.
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The "F" Word in French

7/30/2017

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Bonjour and Welcome to France 

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This trip took us to Beynac et Cazenac. Another "F" for fabulous region of France. Amazing hillside castles, fabulous food at surprisingly reasonable prices. Know for its Duck Confit, Foie Gras and Wines from Bordeaux. ​​ Kayaking along the Dordogne River was breathtaking. We were lucky enough to be staying at an AIRBNB, where the Le Tour de France passed. Truly a once in a lifetime experience. 
Stopped in for lunch at Chateau La Dominique. Surrounding this Sanint-Emillion Grand Cru Classe vineyard is an exceptional property which combines the authenticity of an 18th century residence with the modern architecture designed by famed archived Jean Nouvel.www.chateau-dominique.com
We stomped grapes (not really)  and enjoyed the delicacies of this spectacular region of France. 
Stands for Fabulous, Friends, Family, Food, Foie Gras, Flowers and Fun!
​That's pretty much all you need to know to Explore France.
Oh yes... PAINTING too, but of course...
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4th Visit to Chateau d'Ambille, simply one of the most enchanting private chateaux in the Heart of the Loire Valley. Spent a morning painting in Fe's beautiful garden. 
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The Port of my families hometown. This is the village of La Flotte on the Island of Ide re Re.  Voted one of the most beautiful villages in France. A must see.
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Low tide at Rivedoux Plage. Look closely and you can see the boats resting on their sides as the tide has gone to sea. 
Join me for my next trip to France Summer 2018. Registration opens soon. Visit www.impressionismwithanedge.com for details.
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Countdown To Extinction, ARUBA

6/15/2017

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The Sunsets in Aruba are breathtaking. Everyone on the Island stops what they are doing to see what the sunset will bring. 
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Wilhelmina Restaruant

Cocktails and dinner at one of the newest restaurants in Aruba, Wilhelmina. This converted hardware store still maintains its original interior finishes, terrazzo flooring, exposed truss ceilings and iconic turnstile entry. 
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Visit Marriott Vacation Club, Aruba Ocean Club and Surf Club Resorts. http://www.marriottvacationclub.com

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New Alcohol Ink Paintings available at Marriott's Surf Club Market Bizarre.
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Never a shortage of things to do in Aruba. From ATV trips around the island, to the best windsurfing and kit sailing on the planet, to snorkeling and diving at a WWII sunken ship.
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Catamaran Snorkeling and Sunset Sails

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Ligenne and Christina, our Island BFF's Congrats to Ligenne Trimon as new PD S&M Marriott Vacation Club Aruba.
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"Extinction Sunset" by Noreen Coup
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Hola - San Miguel de Allende

2/28/2017

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Be sure to visit Bistro Mi Casa for an evening of great food, drinks and music. I had the Mexican bouillabaisse, it was absolutely delicious. Who new the Mexicans can make a bouillabaisse as well as the French.
https://bistromicasasma.com
A more quaint, colorful, lively and safe town can't be found...  From great Colonial Architecture, Food and Drinks, Music Sightseeing, Shopping and much more. San Miguel de Allende has it all.
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Another must see is the Otracara de Mexico, the Mask Museum of San Miguel with over 600 authentic ceremonial masks. A collection gathered by Bill LeVasseur for over 25 years. There is also a charming B&B called Casa de la Cuesta at this site where you can enjoy traditional Mexican colonial architecture, charming bedrooms and fantastics views of San Miguel.
http://www.maskmuseumsma.com/casadelacuesta.html
The Sights of San Miguel de Allende
The fantastic artists of San Miguel with our amazing instructors: Frank Gardner, Anne Blaire Brown and Thomas Kitts. 
www.frankgardner.com
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http://www.thomaskitts.com
https://anneblairbrown.com​
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January 07th, 2017

1/7/2017

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The City vs. The Burbs - San Francisco. CA

12/19/2016

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During my recent trip to San Francisco while visiting my sister Shelley Hann, we were stopped in our tracks by the beautiful gowns in the St. John's boutique window. I remarked to her... "I wish I had an occassion to wear something that fabulous in Orlando", where the lifestyle is very casual.  In contrast, Shelley replied, I can get away with a gown like that in the city, the only thing holding her back was the sticker price. Ouch! So instead of shopping, we headed to The Daily Grill in Union Square and ordered a Triple Chocolate Brownie Sunday  and a glass of Cabernet and pondered how we would fit into those amazing gowns...
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