Capricious

 

This is one of my first paintings on yupo paper. Not having any control over where the paint goes or what it does makes it a delightful experience. I had a cut glass vase full of fresh flowers to use as a reference. The unexpected results are the bonus in working thiw way. I think these flowers look pretty wild!

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Gentle Spirit

 

When I saw this photo of my grandson Jesse, I just had to paint it. The idea that he could actually get close enough to a chipmunk to hand-feed it simply amazed me! Jesse truly has a gentle spirit, is very loving, warm and beautiful, inside and out.

On the Dock

 

My grandkids came to visit and we took them to Sandsprit Park. Along with great views, an active waterway, it also has a wonderful playground. After they finished playing we walked to the boat ramp to watch the fisherman cleaning their catch. There is a handy table set up for this purpose right on the dock by the water. Many pelicans hang around, waiting for dinner. They are not shy, just hungry I guess. Here is one preserved in paint.

Watercolor $65 9x12
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Consideration

 

This may be an odd name for a painting but somehow it fits. While staying at a suite hotel for several weeks I left my artwork in progress out on the table. The cleaning girls began to comment on my paintings when they saw me in the room. Further they started bringing me flowers from other rooms after the guests left. This made me quite happy as it was very thoughtful. Of course I had to sit down and capture these bouquets to show my gratitude for their consideration.

Watercolor on yupo paper $85 9x12
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Down by the Riverside

 

I find the colors of autumn so beautiful. Walking every day when I lived up north was a special treat in the fall. The colors of the leaves from the various maples and oak trees in the neighborhood was spectacular. Very uplifting for someone who enjoys being surrounded by warm tones. This painting was done to honor my inner feelings regarding color.

Watercolor $45 5x8
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Ageing Gracefully

 

This charming cottage was part of an old rental property called Edenlawn. It's located along the Indian River in Jensen Beach FL. Originally a hotel along with cottages for rent, it served visitors to Florida during the winter months beginning in the 1950's. Now overgrown and abandoned,it still retains an appeal worth preserving as a painting. This cottage, called "The Mole Hole" particularly seems to have aged gracefully.

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Just Peachy

 

We have a fantastic property here in Jensen Beach. It's an old hotel and cottages, probably built in the 50's, called Edenlawn. This area along the Indian River (Intracoastal) was called Eden a long time ago. These cottages are in poor shape now due to being uninhabited but are very alluring to preserve in paint. They are somewhat overgrown with tropical foliage which just adds to their charm. The owner kindly allowed us to paint plein aire on the premises. I took lots of photos for future reference because it is due to be torn down for redevelopment.

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Sailing at Sunset

 

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I had the great fortune to take a watercolor painting workshop with Norma De Santis. She was quite famous in our area, a very accomplished artrist who specialized in painting beautiful flowers, water scenes and children happily playing or dancing. This painting was begun by first using triangular pieces of masking tape to block the sails. Then encouraged to use bold colors and large strokes a dramatic finish was created. This is a 'class' piece but I think quite accomplished. She was an excellent teacher.


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Florida Cracker

 

I was visiting my daughter and her family in Vancouver, Washington. My granddaughter Cheyenne is a true horse lover. She volunteers her time to work at a nearby horse ranch, mucking out the stalls and working the horses so she can spend time near horses. I sketched and then painted this majestic horse just for her. I feel this horse represents a inherited strength along with freedom of expression. This is actually a Florida Cracker horse, decended from the horses set free when Ponce De Leon left St. Augustine.

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Ronkonkoma Kitchen Window

 

I painted this during the Christmas holidays, sitting in the kitchen, in my cozy bathrobe watching the snow fall. It was just beautiful, very bright and appealing. Had to get out my paints and try to capture this memory. You see I knew we were moving to Florida the following year and that this scene wouldn't be repeated. I hung it in my new kitchen here and looking at it brought back wonderful memories of life on Long Island.

Lighthouse for Tommy

 

When I first began painting I enjoyed painting for friends. Margaret's husband Tommy loved lighthouses so I painted this with the intention of giving it away. The nice thing is that this couple redecorated their kitchen in a nautical style and hung my creation in a place of honor. I think this lighthouse is on the coast of Maine.

Memories

 

When we were growing up we didn't get a lot of things except for Christmas or our birthday. One time we went to a rodeo and our parents bought us hats, just like the one in the painting. We treasured this unexpected gift and have fond memories of the good times we had together as a family. I decided to give my sister the painting and she immediately remembered the significance of these straw hats and we had fun reminiscing.

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On the Vine

 

I particularly enjoy painting on Yupo paper which is synthetic and non-absorbent giving unexpected results. It is a challenge to make somelthing look recognizable. When we travel we visit vineyards so I have plenty of stored memories to help me paint grapes. Purple and green are a favorite combination of mine and they lend themselves perfectly to these paintings.

Original watercolor $95 9x12
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Flora Cerebellum

 

This painting began in exercise class. Realizing my balance was better on the right made me wonder if I was possibly left-handed. Deciding to paint with my left hand was very interesting. I even setup my paints differently by mixing all colors beforehand before starting. These flowers are the result of a right-handed person painting with my left!

Original watercolor $200 16x20
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Color Change

 

This design was conceived by another artist. I lived the free form feel of the tropical leaves and chose to replicate it in different colors making my own personal interpretation. This then provided a lesson in color exchanging which I demonstrated to my watercolor class. It is a bit mind boggling to paint this way but with good results.

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Natures Perrenials

 

When I visit my children that live in Washington state I stay near the Columbia River. Every day I walk the beautiful Riverwalk and enjoy the scenic views. Invariably the wildflowers call to me and I pick a bunch, carrying them back to my room. Then I create a painting on Yupo paper. This is a synthetic paper that is not absorbent so the paint tends to slip around and cause interesting results. This is one of my annual paintings.

Original waltercolor $95 9x12
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Enchanted Beach

 

This is a favorite scene that I've painted several times. Every year I enter one in a "Mini Show" and so far they have sold opening day of the exhibit. The painting itself is only about 3" x 5" but when framed is the perfect thing to hang on those small wall spaces.

Original watercolor $75 framed 6x9, $40 unframed 3x5
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