Tag Archives: painting from life

Working on a Xmas Still Life–Come join in!

Sending Holiday Cheer to everyone! I hope everyone is getting along well with their Christmas preparations. I’m trying to beat the clock as usual!  I have lots to do yet before the 25th. This is always a very busy time of year. I am presently working on a Christmas still life I set up in [...]

Within the Breeze

Within the Breeze The wind is unforgiving today. It gusts about whipping grasses and foliage relentlessly. The ocean air permeates the space with its salty breath. Fall has suddenly arrived with its bright clear colors and crisp air. I have found a sheltered corner on the beach avoiding some of the wind’s power. Memories of [...]

Within The Layers

I spotted this little pot of begonias in the grocery store one day. They reminded me of warmer days and gardening. In the summer they have been known to add a burst of bright color to any shade garden. Their interesting shaped leaves are an added bonus to their song of color. Like roses, they [...]

Iris Harmony/Visit to Florist Shop

Yearning for the lushness of spring and summer, I once again took a visit to my local florist.  Sometimes when I go I have a flower or color in mind that I feel like painting. This time my urge was the color purple. I love a blue-purple; it seems so regal and rich. While in [...]

Egg Cup /Minimalist Series

I just finished this 5x7in painting.  The tricky part in this painting was  making sure my ellipse was correct and maintaining the symmetrical proportions of the egg cup. I found this little egg cup in my cupboard and have wanted to paint it for awhile.  I just loved how cheerful it looked with its bright [...]

New Still Life/Xmas in the Works

It’s been awhile since my last post! This is such a busy time of year!! I recently finished a new studio painting–just a small one, but fun to do.  It measures 9in.x 7in.  I set the still life up in my studio and then painted from life.  I loved, loved painting the design on the [...]