The Subtleties of Green

I loved painting this little pear and all of its imperfections. It served to remind me of the Wabi-Sabi aesthetic. Finding beauty in imperfection and accepting life's impermanence is such a beautiful concept. Nothing lasts. Nothing is finished. Nothing is perfect.

Happy painting!

Snowflakes and Seckel Pears

I love the soft, quiet light of winter, and snowy Sundays are the best. 

Stay warm!

Pear at Dusk

While grocery shopping this week, I was so tickled to find a leaf still attached to this little pear. I wanted to do a happy dance right there in the produce section. I think I'm spending too much time with fruit.

Have a great evening!

Southern Exposure (Sold)

Usually, I paint in my little studio with north light streaming in the window.  Today, however, I set up my plein air easel and painted in our dining room. The southern exposure creates the prettiest reflections on the table. I've tried photographing them, but it just doesn't capture the natural glow.

I hope your week is off to a great beginning!

January's Fruit

After wiping my canvas panels for several days, I finally have a finished painting to show for my efforts.  Whew!

I hope you're having a great Monday!

Lifeguard

SOLD

A Rarely Seen Species

Gobbler pears?  My husband said that these pears remind him of three, long-necked turkeys.  Clearly, a little of my crazy has rubbed off.  I love that about him.

Speaking of turkeys, the rest of my week is going to be devoted to holiday preparations.  And I'm looking forward to every minute of it! If I don't have the chance to post again this week, I hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving.

Let the holidays begin!

Three Pears

I painted with the autumn palette again today.  I'm usually drawn to bright colors, but I've really enjoyed these subdued neutrals.

Have a great evening, everyone!

Two of a Kind

Like me, these pears seems to be longing for cool, crisp autumn weather.  Apparently, one has succombed to the triple digit, Texas heat.  Poor little pear.  This has been the craziest summer.

Stay cool, everyone!

Pear Revue - SOLD

Click here to bid.

I'm still getting set up over at Daily Paintworks, but today's painting is available for auction.  Thank you to David and Carol Marine for making this web site so user (and artist) friendly!

Can you believe it is July already?  The summer is in full swing now.  I hope you all have a happy (and safe) Independence Day weekend!

Pear Pressure



My digital camera adds too much yellow.  I tried to correct this image, and although it is better, it's still too yellow.  I apologize in advance to you.  And to your retinas. 

After a week of below freezing temps, our weather today is gorgeous.  I'm off to enjoy the sunshine.  Have a great Saturday, everyone!

Pears in Blue

Patchwork Pears

A little canvas toned with black and a big brush...oh, the fun!   :)