Come Out and Paint
Paintings from SC State Parks
Four paintings in the State Park series were completed this week. Hope you enjoy these new images. Do you have any favorite state parks? These paintings will be part of a social media campaign in the next few weeks. When you see them in your feed, please share them. It would mean so much to me. Many thanks to those of you who already share my work. Thank you for supporting the arts on the individual artist level. We could not do it without your help.
Read MoreGetting the Paint to Tell the Story
Getting the paint to tell the story – round two. The natural beauty of the sun coming up or going down always feels full of majesty. At sunset the light rakes across the surface of the earth for a few more minutes teasing tomorrow with the most brilliant colors. It will be back as promised calling you into today soon enough. Here is a series of paintings of my many trips to Huntington Beach State Park – with an extra one as a hint of things to come with a Santee State Park series.
Read MoreBlocking In Landscapes – my new paintings
Oh, how I love to start a new painting. Favorite thing to do. I have a million ideas. How many will I have time for? Only one way to find out. I am blocking in new landscapes this week. I have heard that you like to see the process. It’s not always pretty, but it is always fun! So, here ya go.
My new paintings are just getting started – The images are from time I spent at Huntington Beach State Park.
Read MorePlein Air Pleasure
Painting “en plein air” is such a pleasure. I carry a studio bag with me at all times. At anytime and anywhere painting can commence! My current sketchbook has just been completed. Time to put a new sketchbook in the bag and share some of my favorites with you.
Read MoreA Painting Studio in Springtime
Everything in my studio is reflecting this beautiful Spring. I have begun laying in the colors in my Lake Wateree landscape. My favorite paints were involved. Also, with all the beautiful Spring bouquets, it was time for a class demonstration on how to paint a glass vase filled with stems and water. Don’t forget to check in on Frida and Charlie – Spring has been exciting for them too!
Read MoreTransitions – Shifting Studio Productions
ALL GOOD THINGS
The finishing of a good chapter means the next chapter is ready for you. My new chapter is so close; it is exciting to know that the work is changing and your heart and soul are ready.
Read MoreA Few More from the Road
Trees to and from Stockbridge were so very beautiful. I painted two when I got home. Finished just this morning. Ironic that today is very much overcast and wet like it was there, just considerably warmer. I am grateful! This will be the final chapter in this trip to the Berkshires, but am planning another trip in the fall.
Read MoreOld Growth Trees in Winter
Surrounded by the winter landscape, I was drawn to the old growth trees. Looking at them without their leaves gives insight into their shape, color, and texture. Evidence of good times and bad as they continue to grow.
Read MoreThe Berkshire Theatre Group
My first time in New England was a hit! Visiting treasured family, monumental theaters, and a new landscape for me to explore. I am completely inspired.
Read MorePaintings from the Road
Don’t you love a road trip? Everything was new to us; absolutely exciting. Connecting with a new landscape on the road. I carry a mobile studio and paint every chance I get – when I am not knitting socks.
Read MorePainting the Beach
Headed to Litchfield Beach to paint with the Ladies of the Traveling Paints! We immerse ourselves in the act of painting. Outside during the day and round the table at night. Fun, fun, fun! Will make sure to show you what we did next week. For this week’s blog, I have posted some of my favorite beach paintings from over the years. Hope you enjoy them.
Read MorePlein Air Painting with a Cloudy Forecast
Painting a glorious sky is a sublime pleasure. The possibilities are endless and so are the colors. Preparations are being made for a Plein Air painting workshop on clouds at the end of October.
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