From my little plot of earth…
Here are some late summer beauties that I wanted to share. I hope everyone is enjoying these last few days of summer. Happy weekend!
Edible Artwork?
Here are two fun acrylic paintings I did a while back. I am a huge fan of both of these recipes… guacamole and omelettes. And, I have a few more of these “foodie” still life paintings planned. “Guacamole”9″ x 12″ acrylic on finished canvas My Guacamole Recipe: 2 medium, ripe Haas avocados — peeled, pitted,… Read More Edible Artwork?
Giveaway – The French Elements
What do a nutcracker, a chicken, a Christmas tree, the Eiffel Tower, Santa Claus, and a giftwrapped package all have in common? They are all part of a giveaway by my friend Barb at The French Elements. You must see these items and sign up for her giveaway. She has a beautiful blog and a… Read More Giveaway – The French Elements
Back to School… with Wisdom and Understanding
There are so many people sending their “little ones” off to school around here this week. It makes me thankful mine are here with me. My oldest is still working and will start his college classes very soon, so we are gearing up for that. While there are many changes happening in our life, we… Read More Back to School… with Wisdom and Understanding
Friday Blessings…
I am thanking God for this daybecause it is a day He has madeI am rejoicing in the beauty of His creationand in the blessings He gives… Swans on the Round Pond – photo courtesy of R & P Granberry the pink glow of the morning sky the sounds of the birds as they awaken… Read More Friday Blessings…
Happy Monday Morning…
11″ x 14″ watercolor on Arches cold press More artwork, as promised, and this is one of my happy pieces… a balcony o’er brimmed with flowers and the windows open so that the fresh, crisp breezes can waft inside. Why “Happy Monday” you may ask… on this Monday I am happy because I am getting… Read More Happy Monday Morning…
Grace for the Journey
“Addison’s Walk”
My mother and step-dad just returned from a four week jaunt across the pond to some wonderful-sounding places: Bath, London, the Cotswolds, and finally Cambridge. They had time to really enjoy each place and to do some things that my mother had always dreamed of doing. They are in love with England, and I am… Read More “Addison’s Walk”
News, news for fans of the original Victoria magazine…
If you’ve been around my blog or website any length of time, you know how I feel about the lovely Victoria magazine. I began subscribing in 1987, the year the magazine was introduced, and still have all my copies. I have carried them from pillar to post through six moves. Nancy Lindemeyer, who was the… Read More News, news for fans of the original Victoria magazine…
Fresh From the Garden… errr, Drawing Board
I will post the artwork from the show in future posts, but thought I would post this piece I just finished yesterday. I have begun experimenting with pastels and love the way they worked for the soft petals of this rose: I pray that you are all having a blessed week!