Featured in The South Magazine

The South Magazine is featuring my work in their next issue (June/July). I met with the writer, Elizabeth Rushing, last week and had an awesome time talking with her (and drinking wine). I'm looking forward to getting to know her better and I can't wait to read her article. This afternoon we had the photo shoot. This is a quick shot I took during set-up with my crumby little point-and-shoot. The photographer, Kevin Banker, was a blast to work with and he captured some great images. With so many awesome people involved, it looks like it's going to be a great article and I'm really excited to read the issue. Thank you South Magazine.

FIGHT FOR THE CURE

"Burn, Baby, Burn"
oil on panel, 30x30" 2008
in memory of Dani Cage

I just got back from The Corner Door where I spoke with Mrs. Elizabeth Myers, a two time breast cancer survivor. We are going to sell this piece and are donating part of the proceeds to support research for the cure for breast cancer.
This painting was inspired by my aunt, Dani, who passed last year after battling cancer. It is the beginning of a series that continues to evolve here in the studio and I'm honored to make this donation. I hope this painting will find a strong and loving home. This piece is very close to my heart.

And to answer your question about the title... Dani, being the tough dame she was, insisted on having the song "Burn, Baby, Burn" played at the end of her funeral. She also insisted on something else. My mother, and another friend of Dani's, were forced to swear that they would stand up when the song came on and start dancing. True to form, they rocked out as they led the entire congregation out of the church dancing. She is still full of life in my eyes and I see her often enough in my dreams to know so. I miss her.