"The Bathes", oil on masonite

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I had the best time watching all the birds on the beach during my trip to Oregon. They each possessed their own personalities.

"Last Dance", oil on masonite, 6x12" SOLD

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"Pie Eye", oil on masonite, 4x4"

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I have yet to figure out why the cows all come to the fence when a human is there. They stare right at you as if there was some unknown expectation.

"Junior", oil on masonite

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"Beauties At The Beach", oil on masonite, 6x6"

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These two women were at the beach a lot of the time we were. They just seemed to motate form one spot to another, either to sit or lay down. I was intrigued!

"Ageless Anticipation", oil on masonite, 6x6"

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During my recent visit to the ocean I was amazed at how popular surfing is in the Pacific NW. Having grown up in Southern California it seemed an unlikely location. I think this guy must have migrated about the same time I did.

"Treasure Hunt", oil on masonite, 6x6"SOLD

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I watched these women for quite a spell. All I could think was "I hope they're wearing sunscreen!"

"Gossip", oil on masonite 6x6.5"

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On a recent "surprise" trip my husband took me on we stayed at Canon Beach, Oregon. Every morning was new cast of characters, strolling along, soaking in the last remains of summer.

'Oh Henry", oil on masonite, 6x6" nfs

This was a commision portrait of magnificent Mr. Henry. It was a joy to be asked to do this piece. I hope the family will be happy.

"One Leader", oil on masonite, 6x12"

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It's so interesting to watch the herd. This buck is big and bold. He postures in a way that makes everyone, including us, know who is really in charge.

"In the Confusion", oil on masonite, 6x6"

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Our pasture/yard has been invaded by these creatures. They're so beautiful but so distructive. The herd grows every year. I think we are up to 23....

"Puzzle Puss", oil on masonite, 6x6"

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I said this would be back. This is a wonderful 18lb companion at our house. The earlier version just didn't get the size/weight issue correct. This is much more my "little Ollie"

"Hint of Fall", oil on masonite, 6x12"

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"Clairol 52", oil on masonite, 6x6"

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"CEO", oil on masonite, 6x6"

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These are the most majestic cows. However, they spend so much time with their snouts in the grass, attending to their girth that it was difficult to get images with their heads up.

"Distant Fields", oil on masonite, 8x10"

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The brambling mass in the background is wild blackberries. We curse them in our gardens but they add a nice backdrop for the paintings!

"Sniffing for Truffles", oil on masonite, 6x6

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This was such an odd angle that I had to keep stepping back to be sure I had an animal and not total abstraction. In the end it seemed to be a bit of both.

"Once a Kitten", oil on masonite, NFS

This is one of our 5.5 cats. It is NOT a good likeness. I will try again.

"Tres Leche", oil on masonite, 6x12

This was interesting to do. It is similar to a previous image but was painted with a paint product new to me. I just visited and toured M.Graham's facilty in Hubbard, Oregon. I used only their paint except black and white. I failed to bring those back with me. I must say, they make an amazing product. The tubes are so saturated with color that I continually used too much paint when mixing. Once one gets the hang of it this high quality paint should go much further than their competitors. The tinting strength is amazing.

"Outcast Cow" oil on masonite, 4x10" SOLD

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This is the last post for a few days. My husband is taking me to destinations unknown. I'll be back next week.

"Over The Back", oil on masonite, 5.25x6"

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These are my new, favorite critters. They have the same great color and girth as the black and whites but now there's texture!

"Floats", oil on masonite, 4x10"

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I thought these cows looked like they were floating on green clouds rather than walking through grass.

"Another Fine Dining Experience", oil on masonite, 6x6":

I've been very hesitant to paint these guys. They are so magnificent on their own I thought it pretty risky. You'll probably be seeing more of them. Fun for me, trouble for you.

"The Horse Shoe", oil on masonite, 6x6"

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Usually I think the cows in the pasture look kind of organized. This group DOES NOT.

"Caged", oil on canvas, 21x30"

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"6 Degrees of Separation", oil on masonite,4x10" SOLD

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"Muskateers", oil on masonite SOLD

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Cows are so humorous! The follow your actions like you're a television set.

"Cheap Seats", oil on masonite, 6x6"

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"Hey Day", oil on masonite, 4x10" SOLD

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"Startled", oil on canvas,8x10"

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Yes, those are drops of water on the image. My studio is out from the house. Our weather man did not predict rain. On an ill timed trip to the house to fetch the camera I used the new painting as a bumbershoot. Sorry but I'm not about to run through it again to try for a dry one.

"Out of Balance", oil on canvas, 20x30"

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"Low Carb Diet", oil on masonite, 5.75x12" SOLD

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For some reason this group of leisure diners reminded me of Weight Watchers. Since I've never been to Weight Watchers it really didn't make sense.

There are some of those long horned, long haired red cows down the street. I keep thinking they should join the fun.

"Not a Cow aka Tribute to Vic", oil on masonite, 5x5"

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I love the look of olives. I've seen several of my fellow artists tackle them but I still couldn't resist.

"Funny Cow", oil on masonite, 5x5"

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"Distant Cousins", oil on masonite, 6x6"

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It would appear, from all these paintings, that we live in a dry, sun scorched climate. It couldn't be further from the truth. These pastures are lush and endless.

"Front Man", oil on masonite, 6x6" SOLD

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I've been out of the studio for a couple of days. We volunteered to transport our foundry equipment downtown Enumclaw and do live demonstrations during the annual Art Walk. It was a lot of work but a big success. The visitors to the walk were very surprised. Even though I'm exhausted I was determined to finish a painting today. The comfort of things familiar.

"Triple Play", oil on masonite, 8x10" SOLD

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"Exit, Stage Left", oil on masonite, 9x10" SOLD

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I have developed this theory; all cows in a herd face the same direction at any given time. Sometimes to face the sun, but where we live you can't count on there being sun so I'm not sure what gives.

"Lift Off", oil on canvas, 20x30

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A little detour from the cows.

"Conspiracy" oil on masonite, 8.10 SOLD

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I've become so intrigued with these shapes and colors I'm not sure I can escape.

"Friends", oil on masonite

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"Five For The Drive", oil on canvas, 20x30

We moved to Enumclaw from a warehouse in the industrial district of Seattle. These cows are a constant reminder of the differences.

"Say What?", oil on masonite, 12x12" SOLD

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All my cows before this series tended to be brown and white. I didn't expect to enjoy these so much. I see a larger format coming.

"Proms To Come", oil on canvas, 20x30"

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I've been wanting to do one of the wardrobe images on a larger format for some time. This one has always seemed a little daunting so it seemed like the obvious one to start with.

"Twist of Fate", oil on masonite, 12x12"

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I've been away from the paint for a bit. Too long to explain.

My larger cow images are currently hung in a corporate setting in Kirkland, Washington. After delivering them I remembered how much fun they were to render. I'm afraid you'll be seeing more...soon.

"Daylilly" oil on masonite, 6x6"

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I have so much to say about this painting that I don't know where to begin. First, I'm usually at my day job on July 5th. Since I was home today I spent the better part of my hours weeding. When we moved here my husband and I neither one was interested in gardening. However, we had this perverse idea that we could plant a few flowers and the would provide me endless subject matter. Now that we have landscaped 2.5+ acres most of the time is spent in maintaining it. Today, as I trudged along, I kept passing this flower. After I gave in to the 84 degree heat I drug my French Easel out of the cobwebs and set up right in front of this beauty. It was so much fun I can't even describe it.

"At The Gala", oil on masonite, 6x6"

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This gentleman and his wife were at a recent art gala that we attended. They were so "artsy". It reminds one that image isn't everything but it counts.

"Red, White and Blue" oil on masonite, 4x4"

I didn't expect this challenge to be so difficult.

"Shadow Play", oil on masonite, 4x4"

This was sitting on my kitchen counter, under the pot rack. All of the overhead light was fractured in every imaginable direction.