What an incredible couple of weeks it has been! Last weekend I had the joy of participating in Cohutta Celebrates the 250th — my first event of the 2026 season. I painted “Americana” on short notice specifically for the Blue Ribbon contest, and I’m still smiling because it received a Blue Ribbon! Cohutta Celebrates America's The painting captures that classic heartland feel — a big red barn, waving American flag, families picnicking, and the simple joys of everyday American l