
artist in residence at Wine in Provence
Marseille Area, France

artist in residence at Wine in Provence
Marseille Area, France
I am a creator. The migrant life of an expatriate developed my adaptability, and the ability to create a home in transition, knitted and sewn clothing, daily meals and celebrations at the table.
Exploring our world is a driving force in my life. I note my observations along the way with sketches, journal entries and photographs. My canvases are a captured moment in time and place that intentionally echo the eternal, and my current sojourn in Provence is rich with the abundance of light and atmosphere that inspires and invigorates. There must be significance between what the French Impressionists found in Provence and the synchronicity that I should end up here. The light and sensations of this land glimmer to mankind that there is so much more when we allow ourselves to shine.
The vibrant color of my paintings encourage the viewer to radiate their own unique and divine glory that comes out of living one’s calling. My own life is a journey of exploration toward the Source of this radiant light, and my work is the call to self-discovery outside oneself.
20 years of International living experience in facilitating growth and development in multicultural environments is now overflowing in my paintings.
(Leisure, Travel & Tourism industry)
September 2008 — Present (1 year 4 months)
Under the guidance of a professional artist, discover and paint this magnificent provençal village that inspired many of Cézanne's masterpieces.
see more here: http://www.wineinprovence.com
(Fine Art industry)
January 2008 — Present (2 years )
My primary position of motherhood is requiring less time, thereby allowing me to pursue my early love of the arts. Occasional study over the last 20 years is finally turning into productive work, and now I am ready to present both my oil paintings and my writing.
What began as a personal development study in 2005, became a 12-week life transformation workbook, and in turn, also a 12-week course in art technique intertwined with developing the creative spirit.
The cookbook that I wrote during 15 years of International living has been on the backburner, but is always ready to be served hot to the potential agent.
Are you a creative agent, or could you please introduce me to the right person to give wings to my work?
http://www.aprylza.com
(Individual & Family Services industry)
October 1988 — Present (21 years 3 months)
Wife and mother of American expatriate family, assisting and directing development of two promising young individuals in bilingual (english-french) environment, as well as facilitating home renovations, managing nutritional intake, finances, transportation, assignment control, socialization, health issues (mental, physical and spiritual), liaison supervisor Monday through Friday (while the CEO is in Grenoble). This position includes organizing various community events at the Anderson house.
(Educational Institution; 1-10 employees; Public Relations and Communications industry)
September 1984 — Present (25 years 4 months)
Began as campus tourguide at Beaver College. Naturally continued leading visitors around San Francisco Bay area, California; Seoul, South Korea; Munich and Dresden, Germany; Reading area and northern England; Aix-en-Provence and Musée de Désert (nr Anduze), France. (I am a history and information sponge, and will leak whatever I know on anyone who's interested.)
(Self-Employed; Myself Only; Apparel & Fashion industry)
June 1981 — Present (28 years 7 months)
Design and create knitwear, evening wear, alterations and clothing repair.
(Individual & Family Services industry)
January 2009 — January 2009 (1 month)
(Individual & Family Services industry)
July 2001 — July 2008 (7 years 1 month)
Actively working with the english-speaking International community centered in Aix-en-Provence (France) to encourage individuals to connect with G-d and one another by organizing group events which have included: annual Rentrée party, hosting children's camp, weekends in the Cévennes, trips to museums and sketching in centre ville, Thanksgiving meal, Christmas Carol Concert (including choir), Easter Sunrise Celebration, movie & pizza nights, musical jam sessions, worship music coordinating, Women's Bible study, Women's luncheons and cooking lessons, and more.
(Sole Proprietorship; 51-200 employees; Textiles industry)
January 1989 — March 1990 (1 year 3 months)
Sold textile goods, gave advice and instruction on sewing, drapery and fashion design.
modele vivant 2007 — 2008
Beaux Arts 2003 — 2006
traditional silk embroidery 1994 — 1995
English 1984 — 1986
1980 — 1984
Encouraging people to live out the unique way they reflect the image of the Creator, by using my own life as an example.
les Amis du Musée Granet, ICCP (http://www.iccpaix.org), South Central PA Genealogical Society