Garnet Philadelphia This is the heart of

This is the heart of "Old City" in downtown Knoxville and I was fortunate to catch it during a crystal clear winter evening

Whether I’m marveling at the complementary colors found in a coral reef or in the blooms of backyard summer flowers

crisp light and the bold colors that emerge just as the sun sets and the city lights shimmer to life

A woman wraps up her day in Lower Manhattan with a small purchase on her way back home

My fellow riders marvel at my ability to wheedle my phone out of my hydration pack and take photos while pedaling

Garnet Philadelphia This is the heart ofThis is the first piece in my Jewel Tones" series of paintings inspired by the colors of traditional birthstones of each month. Im super excited about this series because it combines my love of color with my incurable nerdy zeal to understand history and nature. January of 2026 begins with garnet, a red stone used in adornments since the Bronze Age. Some believe that garnets bring their wearers good health, wealth, and happiness. My debut painting in