Red Canoe

Red Canoe

Oil    8x8

 

I thought I would send you off on your Labor Day Weekend in a bright red canoe.  I love the bright red reflections in the blue water.  Reflections in water can be striking.  If you're at the lake or river this weekend, take a moment to look at what is being reflected in the water--there's beauty there!  It's everywhere, all around us.  We just have to take the time to stop for a few moments and soak it all in. 

 

Have a wonderful and safe holiday weekend!  

A Riot of Flowers

A Riot of Flowers

Oil   5x7

 

If you love bright colors, as I do, you gotta find some joy in this painting.  I'm lovin' the many colors, varied flowers and looseness of the painting.  You know I enjoyed painting this one.  It was a day brightener.  I hope it brightens your day!

 

Thanks you for your interest in my art endeavors!

Sunflowers in Blue Vase

Sunflowers in Blue Vase

Oil   5x7

 

It's sunflower season.  I'm seeing them everywhere and they sure add a bit of sunlight--even to these rainy days we're having.  They're always a favorite subject for artists and provide a bit of a challenge with all the yellow, but fun to paint. 

 

Hope you have a sunshine day and a fun weekend!  



Copper Pot with Lemons

Copper Pot with Lemons

 

 

A copper pot placed on glass--more reflections to paint--seems to be my favorite challenge.  This copper pot has set on my fireplace for many years and I have planned to paint it many times.  I really like the way the lemons reflect in the copper as well as on the glass surface.  So, here is my rendition.  Let me know what you think about it. 

 

I want to thank those of you in other countries who are following my blog.  How exciting!  It is amazing how the internet has made the world a smaller place.  Thank you all for your support and encouragement!  



Cedar Key Spoonbill

Cedar Key Spoonbill

Oil   5x7

 

In July, we traveled to mid-Florida to the crystal clear springs along that area.  While there, we rode on down to Cedar Key, a neat little town with the feel of Old Florida--no high rises--just that laid back fishing village atmosphere.  I was SO delighted when we started across the marsh and spotted a flock of pink spoonbills standing in the water.  I had seen photos but never in the wild.  I couldn't shoot photos fast enough. What a treat! 

 

This was so much fun to paint. I love the reflection in the water and, of course, the beautiful variations of pink in the bird.  Hope you enjoy my Cedar Key experience as much as I did.

 

Have a wonderful weekend!  Thanks for stopping by!



Spring Morning on the Marsh

 

Spring Morning on the Marsh

Oil  8x10

 

I definitely love marshes and love painting them.  They change several times a day with tide ebbing and flowing, so even with the same marsh scene, there is always variety to consider.  The softness of the spring trees and marsh reflections made this a fun composition to paint. 

 

Have a great summer weekend!  Thanks for your visit!



Watercolor Journal  -  Cherries

Cherries

Watercolor  5x7

 

I have painted in watercolor for many years but never started a watercolor journal.  The purpose of a journal is to make quick sketches of places and things you want to remember and possibly use for future paintings.  Watercolor is a great medium for adding color to those sketches. 

 

While we were traveling to Florida in June for vacation, I decided to pass the time by sketching these cherries that had caught my attention in a photograph.  This was my first attempt at painting "on the go".  Some people paint things they pass along the highway.  My memory is not that good--a photo in front of my face works better.  Even with a few jerks and bumps, there were no major mishaps and I was pleased with my experiment in "travel painting".  I  thoroughly enjoyed it.  This may become a habit. 

 

Happy Monday!  



Dahlonega Rose Emporium

Dahlonega Rose Emporium

8x10   Oil

 

The Dahlonega, Georgia Rose Emporium has been closed for many years, but I took several photos prior to its closing with the intention of painting it one day. It took quite a while but finally I ran across the photo and decided it was time to give it a try.  The house was on top of a hill and the owners planted many beautiful flowers besides roses and had pathways meandering through the property.  It was a beautiful place to visit and purchase plants.  I hope you enjoy the riot of flowers and the house on the hill--now a private home. 

 

Thank you for stopping by today.  Have a wonderful weekend.