Harvest For The World
I named this painting “Harvest for the World” but I could have named it so many other things. Like what? Well, “Twisted 2020” for the amazing twisted stem on the pumpkin and for the completely twisted experience of this pandemic-ridden and overwhelming year. But I decided to lean into the goodness of the Isley Brother’s […]
Rake Revolution
There’s a rake revolution happening right now! Can you believe it? There are actually people who have decided to forego the leaf blowing madness. What are the ramifications of this earthy, take back your auditory and sensory rights movement? Stay tuned for that gentle reader. First, let’s welcome newcomers and remind them what this blog, […]
The Beginning and The End
Depending upon your point of view, this either the beginning or the end of an era. Right? We’re on the other side of the election but we don’t quite have confirmation on results yet. It can feel as if we’re on the edge of something brand new or well…not! Before I continue, I’ll share about […]
Clouds at the Beach
Instead of Clouds at the Beach, I could have labelled this painting and post “Gone Fishing.” Why? Because the by the time you read this, we will have stolen away to the beach with two other couples for a camping, beach combing and walking adventure. Wahoo! But before I get too far ahead of myself, […]
Usual Suspects
In last week’s post, I describe my delight at the discovery of what now is this week’s usual suspects: kabocha squash and red pears. Oh la lah I am so excited to share some adventures in a new medium. But wait, dear reader, before I share all of that, let’s remind any new readers (welcome!) […]
Tipping Point
Hello dear reader! Do you have a feeling we have reached a Tipping Point? Good Goddess I hope we have…on so many fronts. Two things before I go much further: 1. what is a tipping point and 2. what is this blog, painting and post all about. Definition of Tipping Point Previously, I have written […]
The Path is the Goal
You may be wondering why I named this painting “The Path is the Goal?” Good question dear reader! I will share the reason and some studio thoughts and ideas in this week’s post. But first, I’ll share some background about this blog. Favorite Things In early 2020, I pledged to paint a painting each week […]
In Season
Here we are, dear reader, knee deep in one of my favorite times for in season tomatoes. So even though it’s hot as “h-e-double-toothpick” right now, it sure is a delight to visit the local coop or farmer’s market and buy delicious, beefy in season tomatoes. Don’t you think? A Series Before I get ahead […]
Aging Gracefully
What is it about this moment in time that made me think of aging gracefully? Hmmm…perhaps just the fact that we all are? Or perhaps the luscious brown aging spots that appeared on this artichoke as I painted it? But before I continue, here’s a bit of a reminder. Favorite Things This painting and blog […]
Work in Progress August 2020
Greetings dear reader! I am sharing work in progress this week. Why? Because the painting adventures continue here at my north and east light studio in Raleigh, NC. In last week’s post, I describe that I see the difference in the shadows of my still life set up. The cast shadow is in one direction […]