Small Seascape, "Green Wave" 6x8" Oil

My husband retired recently, and we find ourselves walking on the beach quite regularly these days.  I always take my camera because you never know when that perfect scene will be spread out at your feet.  On those days I go without it, I always see multiple "perfect scenes".

90 + 6.50 in USA

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I have to remind myself, that seeing the perfect scene, and getting an image of it are two different things.  Usually, when I look in my viewfinder, the sun is in my eyes, or some such distraction, and I just click away in frustration, unable to see what I am pointing at.

I enjoy the trip again when I return home and download the images.  Usually I find at least a few that have possibilities.

I am sure by now all you plein air painters are horrified, but I have always been a studio painter and always will be.  I did TRY to do plein air, but  find it is a whole different ballgame.  I have great respect for anyone who can climb a mountain with a 36x48 canvas strapped on his back.......just cannot see me doing it!

On another note, I have thrilled to announce that I am the winner of not one, but TWO killer give a-ways!
If you are not familiar with Charleen Martin, I urge you to hop right over to her blog.  She does the most interesting and delightful mixed media pieces around.  At the moment, she is recovering from a shoulder injury and is showcasing her most unique jewelry making skills.

She sent me the most wonderful set of her note cards showcasing her fabulous collage works.  Thank you so much Charleen.  I will enjoy sending this out and I know my friends will be thrilled to receive them.

I also entered a little contest on Dreama Tolle Perry's blog.  She was showcasing her new book..."Be Inspired.....Adventures for the Heart".  She asked readers to post their most inspired saying and then selected the ten she liked the most.  Imagine my surprise when she posted my name as one of the winners.  She sent each of us a copy of her book. Click on her name above for a link that will take you to a page to order her book, or download a copy.

Enjoy the day.........

Floral Still Life, A GLASS OF SUNSHINE, 8x6" Oil

Everybody needs a little sunshine in their life..............

90 + 6.50 in USA

It's hard not to smile when you see a bunch of sunflowers, either in the fields or sitting on  a table.

Blogger is misbehaving today and doesn't want me to post more than one image.  Hopefully the next post will be more complete.

Have a great weekend and thank you for viewing and commenting on my blog.

Small Oil Still Life, "Vine Candy", 6x8" Original

It has been quite some time since I have posted by first love....still life.

96. + 6.50 in USA

I like the abstract shapes and the red glow in this area.

Thanks to Cindy for growing these beautiful fruits in the golden glow of sunlight on her patio.

If you would like to purchase and live outside the USA, just contact me for accurate shipping rates to your home.

Have a wonderful day and thank you for viewing my art.

Small Oil Abstract Painting, 6x8" Canvas Panel "HUES" SOLD

I  wanted to show color and texture in this piece.  Texture seems to be taking over many of my works.

SOLD

Original Pastel, "I Have a Dream"

I was notified a few days ago that my painting "I Have A Dream" has been awarded "Best of Show" in the May challenge at CFAI.com.

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I'm thrilled to have this honor.

Several years ago, before cell phones etc, I was attending an Easter egg hunt when these two darling babies  suddenly embraced.  I was lucky enough to have a camera pointed in their direction at the right time.  When I saw the image, all I could think about was Martin Luther King's famous speech.

Small Seascape, "Tropical Waters" 6x8" Oil SOLD

SOLD

Abstract, Mixed Media, 6x6" Original on Gallery Wrap Canvas "STREAMS"

$75 + $10 in US

This has a very hard, high gloss finish on gallery wrap canvas.  Silver metallic paint brings additional interest and works well with the finish to create an eye-catching piece.