The White Dress

"The White Dress"

oil 8x10
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I had my eye on this old vintage iron that my brother had and

was kind enough to give it to me so I could put it in a

painting. I like to make up a theme in my mind, like I was

actually there. I pictured this old house and the mother

had just ironed her daughters cute white dress.

Relax

"Relax"

oil 8x10

  

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It's OK to take time to relax. There are times when

my mind is consumed with matters that really don't matter.

I am just passing through this beautiful life that God has

given me. What shall I do with it? I will see beyond the reality of

this world and look at God's reality.  

Colorful Poppies

"Colorful Poppies"

oil 8x10

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Poppies are always fun to paint, they

are so colorful and vibrant. I painted this

alla prima for a demo.

"Sunflower"

"Sunflower" oil, 4x6

Frame 8x10

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The frame is of metal tin, it can be hung on the wall or

placed on a table.

I love and collect frames from all over the country. My frames

are a part of my paintings. 

"Geraniums" Mini

"Geraniums" Mini

4x4 oil

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Pansies Mixed Colors

Very exciting and honor to win 1st place in oils at the WA State Fair in the fine arts division!

Also to have a write up in two papers!

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Hibiscus in Pink

"Hibiscus in Pink"

6x6" oil

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Another painting from my brother and wife's garden. Right

outside of their kitchen window was this beautiful

glowing pink hibiscus. The sun was hitting it just right 

to cause these wonderful shadows.

"Into the Light"

"Into the Light"

oil 8x10

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While walking through my brothers garden I spotted these

beautiful white flowers peering out of the

shadows and into the light.

Teacup in Bloom

"Teacup in Bloom"

oil 8x8"

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I was down in California and had a wonderful visit with

my family.

My brothers wife had a slew of teacups and gave them

to me. I use to paint teacups quite often, now that I have

a box full hopefully I will be painting more teacups.

I set this still life up in my studio and painted it 

from life.

"Sunflower"

"Sunflower" 

oil 5x7

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Sunflowers are fun to paint and they have such a warm glow to them, 

the yellows in light and the oranges in shadow.

I kept everything else in a cooler tone because the

sunflower is so warm. Though some yellows can be on the cool side.

"Geraniums in Red"

"Geraniums in Red"

Oil, 8x10"
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The love of color, the love of design, the love of  beauty 

is the love of the flowers.

"Lobelia"

Lobelia, oil 8x10"
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 This potted lobelia was out on my deck waiting to be painted. I was so

drawn how lush the purple and white lobelia

looked together.I love it when something catches your

eye immediately instead of searching and searching

for that perfect subject. 

"Geraniums and it's Shadow"

"Geraniums and it's Shadow"

oil 5x7"
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Morning and afternoon sun cast beautiful long shadows.   

My favorite times  

of the day to spot those wonderful shadows.

Chinese Lily

Chinese Lily

oil 8x8"

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This lily was in a large bouquet of flowers, I was so surprised how large

this lily was when it had opened up. I had to paint it, stuck it

in a water glass and went for it.

"Lavender Teacup & Sprigs"

"Lavender Teacup & Sprigs"

oil 8x8"
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I painted this lavender teacup and sprigs from life, my favorite way to paint.

The lavenders are in bloom now and  love the aroma.

"Little Church in Idaho"

"Little Church in Idaho"

oil 8x10"

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Loved the shadows on this little church. This church is located in

Boise, Idaho.

"Lilacs"

"Lilacs"

oil 8x10"
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One of my favorite flowers, love the tiny clusters that

make up on big bloom. 

Thank you God for all you have given us!

Peeking Pansy

"Peeking Pansy"

oil 8x8"
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After this painting was done, I noticed that one of the opened pansy was 

the only one peeking out of the window,  It looks like the pansy

is really enjoying the view.

Scabious in White

Scabious in White 

oil 8x8"
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Magnets

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These magnets measures 4.1/4" x 5.1/2" and is on a solid sheet magnet made of flexible material. My image is photo copied into the material. A beautiful way to display flowers etc.. on any metal surface. I have displayed each image according to my monitors colors to match the product, each monitor may vary.

"Primroses"

"Primroses"

oil

8x10

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"Relax"

"Relax"

8x8 oil
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Do I take time to look around to really see..

Do I take time to be there for someone..

Do I take time to see who I am..

Do I take time to change for the better..

Do I take time dear God?

"Geraniums Flocked"

"Geraniums Flocked"

oil 8x10"

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Geraniums are always a joy to paint, their colors and forms are intriguing

to me. But I can say that about all flowers. How can we not paint them.

I am still working on paintings that will be published in a book and really enjoying

the process, a lot of research (that I love doing) that will compliment the story. 

While painting each piece, I feel like I am inside the painting living the story.

"Mini Pansies"

"Mini Pansies"

oil 3x3
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This is a miniature painting and comes with the frame. The

painting is 3x3" painted on linen, the frame size is 5.25x5x25".
I have two monitors one looked more blue purple the other
looked more red purple, the painting is more red purple.
I have been doing larger works for an author for her book, very exciting!
Always enjoy painting mini's.

"Gala Apples"

"Gala Apples"

oil 8x8"
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I set this still life up, rearranged it till I felt it was right. Moved

the apples around and around, moved the knife moved the leaves

and came up with this set up.

Gala apples are my favorite.

Pelican Resting

Pelican Resting

oil 5x7"

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This pelican decided to take a rest at Avila Beach, CA.

"Secluded Pond"

"Secluded Pond"

Oil 8x10
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This pond is located in Washington State up in the hills of Eatonville. It was a calm

and secluded place, so serene. The sun hit so beautifully, I had to paint it. 

"Peaches and Berries" SOLD

"Peaches and Berries"

oil 6"x 6"

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"Flowers in a Basket" Sold

"Flowers in a Basket"

oil 6"x 6"

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Painting baskets can get confusing with all those weaves,

I sometimes get lost on which row I'm on.

Flowers are are always a joy to paint!

"Resting"

"Resting" 

oil

6x6
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Birds always fascinate me, their beauty, personalities, building their nests

and taking care of their babies. I love watching them as they group together 

and are synchronized when flying. What is truly amazing to me is all that God has 

created just for us.

Thank You

"Perching Jay"

"Perching Jay"

oil 5x7

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Looking out from my window as I watch many small birds 

flocking to the bird feeder, are constantly keeping an

eye on everything.

   The small ones are watching out for the bigger birds, like the crows

and jays and are ready to flee in a heartbeat.

They don't mind eating with the squirrels or doves when

food drops to the ground. 

Iris in Snowy White

  

Iris in Snowy White

oil 6x6 on panel

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The texture of the petals, the vibrant colors,

the placement of the stem. God has given this to us

to see, smell, touch and paint.

Thank You