One of the wonderful things about music: it is accessible to everyone, rich or poor. Great music traditions have been born out of poverty.

What is it about the dark emotions that repel me? Why do I resist and deny them, even hide myself away when I’m in them? They are part of being human.

I live in a village that is full of artists and I still believe Bill Loyd is the most creative person I have ever met. He is always creating.

During the recent full moon my friend, Kim, and I walked in the moonlight deep into the canyon that backs up my property in Truchas, NM.

Share your dreams. Those that tug at your heart unrealized, those that you actually pursue and live, and those that brought you to where you are.

I was recently introduced to Robert Henri by way of his collected notes, articles, letters and talks to students, all brought together in one volume titled The Art Spirit.

The very most important thing about being an artist, for me, is that I get to live my truth. It’s what I fear losing more than anything else.