Light and Shadows
This is what caught my eye this morning: the rising sun hitting hosta leaves. Growing up on a farm, I was very young when I became fascinated with designs found in the plant world. I’m still being mesmerized…
Work In Progress
We are encouraged to eat a rainbow, but it is just as satisfying to paint a rainbow of vegetables. This watercolor is in the early stage, with lots of vibrant colors to come. Early summer upon us, and young vegetables are putting on growth. I’m already anticipating my backyard garden to table meals.
Fey Longhorns
This week, I had the wonderful experience of visiting the Fey Longhorn ranch, located in Yamhill, Oregon. Daniel and Angelina Fey raise registered Texas Longhorns, and they graciously allowed me to photograph their handsome animals. These longhorns are richly colored and sport impressive horns, and they were very even-tempered. Even with calves at their sides, …
Garden Spires
I love flowers that remind me of castle spires. Garden lupines and a lone foxglove. We have such a gorgeous choice of colors to grown in our home gardens.
Considering Nature
One of my favorite things about hiking is to observe design elements found in nature. The possibilities are endless if you look with your eyes and your heart. The remains of this oak were seen at Mill Creek Ridge, part of the Columbia Land Trust.
Planning Colors
The start of a vegetable still life. Working with eggplants and tomatoes, I want to experiment with juicy, vibrant hues.
Creative Zone
For the past forty years, this antique drafting table has been where I have planned and completed my paintings. Although challenging to move over numerous residence changes, I can’t imagine not having this massive oak table. It is a trigger for of my painting process, and the creative juices flow.
Nothing But Air
Nothing But Air, watercolor, 30″ x 21″. My tip of the hat to cowboys and horses everywhere.
Lupine and Paintbrush
I’m admiring the synergy of colors between these wildflowers…imagining them in a watercolor.
