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January 2021--Spotlight Artist of the Month at Wild Wings!  As someone who enjoys a good winter, this a fun honor.  They even posted a little video:
hog island audubon artist in residence
November 2022--"Light and Fast--Green-winged Teal" wins First Prize in the Waterfowl Heritage Art Competition at the Easton Waterfowl Festival.  The honor was awarded at the opening ceremonies of the Festival, and carried a $2500 prize! 
Hog Island Audubon Camp

Artist-in-Residence
June 2023

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