Marshfield Barn

I'm shy about posting this one, because I struggled with it.  My reference was a photograph taken with my iPhone at Marshfield.  I really love the old barn in the photograph, so I will have to revisit it again.  Hopefully, the second time will be a charm.  :) 

Red Oak

Warm and a little bit windy today, but it was still a beautiful day to paint outdoors.  And I broke out my palette knife.  So much fun...I will have to do this again...soon!  :)

Tulip Trio

I am posting late today!  This afternoon, I started out painting a decorative gourd, but it was very unsuccessful.  Instead of giving up for the day, I took Rodeo for a walk.  A lovely walk.  It is amazing how fresh air (and sunshine) can totally improve your mood, and I am a little happier with my second attempt.  I definitely prefer flowers to gourds.  :)

Gray October Day

Although the skies have been rather gray today, it was warm and pleasant out.  And after Sunday's enjoyable plein air experience, I wanted to paint outdoors this afternoon.  This is the first of -- what I hope to be -- many ranch landscapes.  :)

Apple Green

Making every stroke of the brush count...that was my goal for today.  And I am working on softening my shadows.  Tomorrow, I will work on making the little apple slice the proper size.  ;)

Nasty day out.  We are having wind gusts of 40 - 50 mph today.  This morning's walk almost turned into a scene from "The Wizard of Oz."  I just needed a blue gingham dress, because I'm pretty sure that Rodeo was airborne once or twice.  All afternoon walks have been cancelled.

Sunday's Daisies

Today has been so pretty! So, I decided that it was the perfect day to paint -- what will likely be -- the last of my daisies. I love their sunny "faces" and easy care. They were very fun to paint, and it was a pleasant day to spend outdoors.  I will be looking forward to their return this coming spring. :)

Lastly, I ran across this quotation recently, and it struck a chord with me.  "Embrace Frayed Edges, Worn Pages and Laugh Lines.  True Beauty Lies in Imperfection."  So much truth in those little words, eh? 

Have a great Sunday!  :)

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