Pastel, 9 x 12
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Monday, December 7, 2015
Heaven and Nature Sing...
Pastel 12 x 9
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I walked the hills a few nights ago and came across a weathered remnant of my grandfather's fence that he put up in the 40's. A bird landed on the post just as I stopped to take a photo, what timing. The formation of the clouds were so wispy and rhythmic I thought heaven and nature truly does sing.
Have a wonder-filled Christmas!
Sunday, October 11, 2015
On the way to Hanalei
Pastel, 8 x 10
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A memorable view on the way to Hanalei. I love the
island bridges that take you through those luscious green trees and tropical
flowers!
Wednesday, October 7, 2015
Grazing Napali Coast
Pastel, 12 x 16 - SOLD
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Just outside Hanalei, this gorgeous pasture
is nestled in the lush hills on the way to Na Pali Coast. It’s hard to capture the atmospheric beauty
the island humidity creates, but this was a joy to paint and relive this
cherished moment. Looks like just another
day in paradise for those grazers.
Sunday, October 4, 2015
Above the waves...
Pastel, 9x9
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"I will call upon Your name
And keep my eyes above the waves
when oceans rise
my soul will rest in your embrace
for I am Yours, and You are mine.
Lyrics to "Oceans" by Hillsong
Saturday, September 19, 2015
Friday, August 21, 2015
Back Bay Waterways
Pastel, 9 x 12 - SOLD
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After taking Bob to the airport, I decided to
take a walk along the Back Bay in Newport Beach. The path is just off a busy street, but
quickly takes you down into the marsh and foliage away from the hustle bustle
and into nature’s peaceful embrace. What
stopped me here was the horizontal layers of color in the grasses with the
walking trails and waterways that lead the eye through the painting.
Friday, August 14, 2015
Spontaneous Bouquet
Pastel 5 x 7
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Just had to paint something loose and fun.
No reference, just memory and colors I like then dove in and had a lot of fun with
movement and marks.
Beach House
Pastel, 8.5 x 12
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This house always captures my attention when
we stop at North Beach (San Clemente).
It’s the first house in the line up of homes along the coast line. They always have a USA flag posted and at all
times of the day, it maintains a peaceful presence and has become a very
recognizable landmark to the locals here.
Monday, August 10, 2015
Friday, July 31, 2015
North Beach Moon
Pastel, 8.5 x 12
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On our walk this evening, this view of the
moon hanging in the subdued gradient of color, framed by the tall palm trees
stopped me. Thankfully I had my faithful
reference photographer (and supportive husband) with me. What a fun composition to paint.
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