COUNTING FENCE POSTS

6x9, oil, $90.00

This fence post lined trail is in Peter's Canyon, not too far from home.  A good place to get out and hike and be home just a hour or two later.  There are lots of wonderful views to paint and photograph.  It never fails to surprise me how different things can look throughout the year.  This is my favorite tree.  I have painted this tree many times and love how it changes.

FRESH AIR

24x26, oil, sold

Got out and did some hiking over the holidays and it was great to feel the cold fresh air against my skin.  I take lots of photos when I am hiking around in our local mountains and parks.  I am always amazed how the landscape changes throughout the year.  The terrain is very dull, dry and barren right now so it is fun as a painter to change things up.  Draw upon memory or just a change of harmony on my palette can excite a subject.  I had lots of fun with the color on this one.  I really built up layers of color to get to the final.  I love seeing the layers pop through to the surface and show off.  Lots of color.

Peter's Canyon Hillside 9" x 12" pastel

It was a beautiful golden afternoon in Peter's Canyon.  Lots of walkers headed for the tree lined hill which takes you to the Jamboree side of the canyon.  The light was real pretty.  My friend Kim was painting in oil.  I so enjoy having a fellow painter along.  A fresh eye is always nice.