Jacksonville Florida Series
I have found out so many amazing things about the city where I live, Jacksonville, FL. The history of the city and its ever-changing identity, rich in heritage and continually evolving. My husband has lived in Jacksonville all of his life and as we ride around town visiting friends, finding new foods, and enjoying this city of water, he always remarks, "This Use to Be ______" and then relates the history of a building, neighborhood or resident that once inhabited a place in this town. That's why I call him Captain Use to Be. His tales constantly inspire me to capture the past and present city. I recently did a commission for the Jacksonville Children's Chorus and found myself on the fifth floor of the main library looking through old newspapers in search of a long-gone hotel that once resided on the corner of Forsyth and Main. While looking for the hotel I prowled local stories of the 1900s. It was fascinating. I also had the opportunity to feature my art in the newcomer's magazine "Historic Life" in 2023 produced by the Resident News Group. I am also very proud to say I currently have 12 pieces in Jacksonville's City Hall.