Roll Right, oil on hardboard, 6x6" $99

Turbine, oil on hardboard, 6x6" $99

Relatively new to the landscape but oh, so captivating.  The wind farms have a beauty all their own.  Somehow I think you will see more of these from me.

Red Hot Poker, oil on hardboard, 6x6" $99

It seems so strange to look at this and think that it was just a couple of weeks ago.  Fall has hit so abruptly here.  Everything is dreary shades of gray and purple.  One door closes and another one opens.

Mystic, oil on hardboard, 6x6" $99

Insurance, oil on hardboard, 6x6" $99

Love the silhouette of the silos in the distance.  When you look at all the land and think about the amount of hay and that it will all get stuffed in those towers...well it's nothing short of mind boggling.

Border Town, oil on hardboard, 6x6" $99

Isn't it crazy how the time of day and angle of the sun changes the color of everything? and sunrise does it different than sunset!  Also, because I was on the east side of the state there was actually a horizon.  In western Washington the mountain, hills and ever present conifers block any distant hope of seeing the sky touch the land.

East Bound, oil on hardboard, 5x7" $99

I hope no one gets tired of seeing these because I'm having a blast painting them.  There is the fun of painting tagged together with a self indulgent opportunity to re-live our vacation.

Rise, oil on hardboard, 6x6" $99

Like I mentioned yesterday, getting up early has it's perks.  This is a landscape from the eastern side of Washington state. It's a desert like environment dapple with rich agriculture.  The patterns it provides make for great painting.

6AM, oil on hardboard, 6x6" $99

this is the first of a small series from our recent trip.  There are advantages to getting your lazy self out of bed EARLY.  the views are spectacular!

Plum Crazy, oil on hardboard, 6x6" $99

This silly tray actually prompted this painting.  It's black plastic.  It think it came as a carry out tray for something picked up at the grocery.  Not by us.  Someone attending a potluck here took a short cut.  However, my husband has adopted it as his favorite carrying device for hauling corn on the cob to the barbecue and back. That glossy surface just seemed to beckon.

Tilt, oil on hardboard, 6x6" $99

there is something profoundly sad about a boat that isn't floating

The Dresser, oil on hardboard, 12x12" $396

This is the beginning of a small series utilizing the same pose.  Each version portrays a totally different emotion for me.  Consequently I expect each painting to evoke similar differences for the viewers.

Haunted, oil on canvas, 9x12" $297

It's interesting how the face becomes a non issue.  This pose and posture speaks volumes.

Singled Out, oil on hardboard, 6x8", $132

This is another one of the series I began posting.  It's so chilly here this AM that it's hard to remember standing in that hot sun, painting.
At least in this one you can see the cow.  We were actually set up in the parking lot of a little gas station/stop n shop.  It was hard to concentrate with all the cars whizzing by.  That said, several customers came over to chat.  That's always fun.  It's amazing how many people say "I'm a painter". :)  Kind of a feel good moment.  Painting can be so rewarding....when it's not totally frustrating you!

"Cluster", oil on hardboard, 6x8", $132

this is part of a series of 5 pieces done of a local pasture full of cows.  I know!  where are they? well the little devils kept wandering off! obviously we weren't communicating well.

Near the Stop n Shop, oil on hardboard, 6x8", $132

At The Bend, Oil on hardboard, 12x12", $396

Not A River 2, oil on hardboard, 6x6", $99

This is the second study for the larger piece.  It's so hard to decide what to work on each day.  I have a new figure study going now as well.  Too many choices!

Not A River Run, oil on hardboard, 6x6", $99

This is a small color study for a future, larger piece.  This read field (well, really red and gold) was so visually fascinating to me.  

"Summer Treat" oil on hardboard, 12x16", $528

Apple Apple, oil on hardboard, 12x16", $528

These trees are at a large park by us.  They are very old and I would wager to bet that few visitors notice they are actually fruit bearing apple trees.  At one point I had the little red devils in there but it proved too distracting.

Tea Sandwich, oil on hardboard, 6x6", $99

My good friend and fellow painter, Lori Twiggs is tearing it up this year with her cucumber crop.  We have been the lucky recipients.  These just screamed to be painted.  Then I had to eat my model....

On The Fence, oil on hardboard, 6x8", $99

Red, oil on hardboard, 6x6", $99

Path to The Glorietta, oil on hardboard, 6x6", $99

Plum Crazy, oil on hardboard, 6x6", $99

This time of year it's hard to resist painting produce.  The skins never look as good any other time.  Oh! and then you get to eat the subject.  Score!

Cliff Hanger, oil on hardboard, 12x16, $528

There's a little more yellow and a bit less intensity in the real painting.  Fun piece though.

The Writing's On the Wall, oil on canvas, 20x30", $1,650

If I Were Queen, oil on hardboard, 8x8" $176

Stretch, oil on hardboard, 5x9.75", $99

Devil Cat, oil on hardboard, 6x6", $99

This is Ollie.  That's all I can say.

One Less Than 2, oil on hardboard, 6x6" $99

the little frog in my pond has not friends.  He doesn't seem to mind.

Two To Tango, oil on hardboard, 6x6", $99

Love frogs!  In 1995 I dug a 3.5 foot deep, large hole in my front yard just so I could fill it with water and have frogs.  Hasn't worked out exactly like I expected.  We seem to have one resident frog each year.  That's okay.  I love the game of hide and seek he plays every day.

The Apple Among Us, oil on hardboard, 4.25x6", $99

Tea Time, oil on hardboard, 6x6", $99

Sometimes it really helps the painting process to mix things up a bit.  Setting up a still life is almost harder than the painting part.  It also can stir some lively debate.  My husband (also an artist) does not like this background.  Bah! it's one of my favorite parts.  Good thing it's not up to him.

The Reach, oil on hardboard, 4.25x6", $99

The Connection, oil on hardboard, 6x6" $99

Who knew there were so many shades of red and orange?!?!  a bit of a nightmare to paint but I'm guessing I'll tackle another one.  Glutton for punishment

Man Down, oil on hardboard, 6x6", $99

Treadin' Water, oil on hardboard, 6x6" $99

I love frogs!  when we first moved to the country I dug a pond in the front yard to see if we could attract them.  It's never been as many as I want but the fish we added probably didn't help.  They find those frog eggs mighty tasty.  Regardless, they are so fun to look at and watch.  Pretty good painting experience as well.

Tempt Me, oil on canvas, 20x30", $1,600

"Deep Lake" oil on hardboard, 8x8", $176

This is another painting done on excursion with my friend and fellow painter Lori Twiggs.  Tomorrow we venture out again.  The Pacific NW is expecting a change in weather tomorrow so it could afford an entirely different experience. Stay tuned!

Why Jog When You Can Paint?, oil on hardboard, 8x8"$176

My friend and great painter Lori Twiggs to me to a place called Deep Lake to paint yesterday.  The number of greens in the landscape was a bit daunting but we were tenacious.  There were some joggers that found us quite the oddity

Day Lily, oil on hardboard, 5x7", $99

The upper left background color and contrast is a bit darker than the photo indicates.  I've shot it 4 days in a row.  This is the closest I've been able to get.  Sigh.

Only The Shadow Knows SOLD

This is the stray cat that resides in my painting studio.  We have had him for years and no one can touch him but me.  Even that is tentative.  Not the handsomest guy but I'm pretty fond of him.

Plein Air, oil on hardboard, 8x8", $176

this is a piece I did in our garden the other morning.  We had a Plein Air class visit the day before and I was so inspired by watching them that I drug my gear out the very next day and painted my own plants.  So fun.

Storm Coming, oil on canvas, 9x12" $297

Serpent Lost, oil on canvas, 20x30", $1,650

"Where's Alice?" oil on hardboard, 6x6" $250

Did I mention that I just LOVE paint?!? there is something luxurious about a palette full of color just daring you to pick it up and lay it down.  So I did.

Flirting May Be the Only Way Out, oil on hardboard, 6x6", $99

Dance Card Not Full, oil on hardboard, 6x6", $99 SOLD

This was such a wonderful, visual puzzle.  I love the way everything came together