Daylilies in Jar

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5x7 inch     Oil on Museum Quality Panel

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I started this still life this past summer when flowers were still blooming.  With all of the snow that we've gotten this week...8 inches at my house the last time I measured...I enjoyed pulling out a little evidence of summer!  

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Harbour Town Red

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5x7 inch on Museum Quality Panel       SOLD

I was needing a warm place to escape today, even if only in my mind.  I consider myself a Southern girl, so below zero wind chill does not sit well with me!  So, I let my mind wander to hot summer days on vacation in South Carolina.  My toes were toasty warm and the sun was beaming across my warm skin as I walked along the marina in Harbour Town.  I enjoyed the warmth while looking at the lighthouse...even if only on my easel:).

Stay warm!

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What a Dream...Painting with Dreama!

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12x12 in Oil on Museum Quality Panel

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I recently got the wonderful joy of painting for 3 days with Dreama Tolle Perry.  She has a wonderful spirit that encourages all artists to paint from the heart.  This painting was from the first day of the workshop and allowed me to experiment with color.  I had so much fun that on my way home my car actually got on the interstate heading back toward the studio.  Sadly, I had to get off the exit and head back toward home, but told my car not to worry...we'll be back one day!

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Barbara and Dreama September 2014

What a Challenge!

An artist named Leslie Saeta has challenged her fellow artists to get into the studio and paint more.  When I say more, I mean... lots more!  The September 30 Paintings in 30 Days Challenge starts today.  

The challenge asks each artist to make a conscious effort to remove distractions (and procrastination) and let the canvas get doused in luscious, wonderful paint!  Not all days will result in a finished piece nor will each painting be a masterpiece.  

Well, it's a nice thought.  Well, it's a demanding exercise. Well, it's about 800 fellow artists from around the world. Well, what can I say...I accept!

On Day #1, as the summer drifts away, my daydreams drift off to the beach.  Last winter, I enjoyed walking on this beach with my mom during my parents' stay as temporary snowbirds.  The wind was blowing, the air was unusually cool, but the walk and talk was warm:). 

8x10in Original Oil on Canvas  "A Walk on The Beach"     SOLD