Dreams of Africa and a Sophisticated Safari

This is a self portrait.  Well, not really.  But I wish it was.  There is just something about Africa that calls to me.  I love Africa, yet I've never been there.  Sophisticated Safari is an original digital collage that has been embellished with pastels.  She has a wistful look as she scans the map of Africa.  Perhaps she is longing for days gone by.  You may find Sophisticated Safai in my shop in 8" x 10" size ready to be framed. 

And since we're on an African theme, I'll share with you once again, my Lion portrait Wild.  The 24" x 36" original hangs in my living room.  But you may purchase an 8" x 10" archival giclee print in my shop.

Starting today and running through the month of June, I'll be donating 10% of all my sales to the Berkeley East Bay Humane Society in West Berkeley, CA. The shelter was destroyed by fire on May 20. They will need much help to rebuild.

The Lion King!

The Lion King is the most incredible experience of creativity I have ever had.  Actually this wasn't my first time to see it.  My daughter was in NYC for a semester on a scholarship/apprentice 2 years ago.  I went up to visit her and we got to see The Lion King on Broadway.  It was such a captivating experience.  I left determined that my husband and son must experience it also.  Yesterday we all 4 went to the off-broadway production.  It was wonderful!  If you have not had the chance to see it, you simply must.  It is worth the money and whatever driving you would have to do to get there.  I agree with a friend of mine who when asked what she thought could only close her eyes, shake her head, and hold her hands out.  It just leaves me speechless.