With the Loveland Studio Tour is full swing, I’m once again reminded of a certain tendency of mine. I cannot accept a compliment. Whether it is about my art: “You are so talented!” Or my work ethic: “I’m amazed at how much you accomplish…” Or my hair: “Your hair just glows.” I deny and re-butt every one of them. I usually come up with a quirky and humorous denial… ”Talented? Naw, I’ve just practiced a lot...you should see all my bad paintings in my basement!” “My work