The Muddler Minnow

Well, I thought this was a Woolly Bugger for the longest time, but I stand corrected, it is a Muddler Minnow.  Love those names.

Old Timer

The gentleman that cuts our hay has this really great old tractor that I just love.  I was in luck today because he left it sitting here last night and I jumped on the chance, first thing this morning, to paint it.  It kind of reminds me of a red grasshopper.  I highly suspect that cushy seat is not a standard issue on these things.

Sunset Memory

I've had an awful headache today so I only painted a little.  I decided to do a memory painting since I have seen Sonya Johnson and Mark Hanson do one.  Obviously, their memories are better than mine.  I did this very small and quick.

Old Dodge in Telluride

I saw this great old truck in an alley in Telluride.  I liked the way the snow covered it giving it even more character.

Afternoon Clouds

I really love clouds, backlit especially so. These remind me of the proverbial "clouds having a silver lining". Since I feel challenged on my landscape paintings, maybe there is hope for me yet.

It's all fun and games until...

Since it is cherry season and I need to practice, I figured I'd have a little fun doing these.

Taking the Plunge

Sorry I've been out for the last two and a half weeks attending my nephew and great nephews weddings so not much chance to paint. This was a big road trip to California with my Mom and Aunts Una and Donna. We had a great time but I think we are all bushed. Lots of great scenery that distracted me all the way there and back. Hopefully I will be able to post more often now that that most obligations are behind me.

Since I am way out of practice I decided to start with something simple. Right, sounded good until I had to deal with that white gravy boat! This is something I definitely need to practice more. I wanted to play with the idea of creating tension and action so I placed it going over the edge, just for fun.

White Mountain Flower

The mountain flowers are starting to come out now giving it a magical feel up in the forests. There were Bluebells and Glacier Lilies scattered along with these white cluster type flowers on the forest floor. I am not sure what these are yet but will keep looking and post what they are when I find out.

A Difference of Opinion

The cherries are in! I really like painting cherries...and eating them too. The shapes and stems are so expressive. A nice diversion from landscapes.

Reflecting Pepper

The photo of this isn't the greatest I will try and get a better shot later...when the thunder and lightning stops outside.

Strawberry practice

This was touch and go all the way, but great practice. I wanted to tackle the seeds, surface, leaves, and remember to breathe too!