Granby, Colorado

"Mullein Weeds & Daisies". 12" x 18".

Pastels.  $400. Unframed.

Summertime in the Rockies showcases a variety of greens and atmospheric colors in the landscape.  Walking in the country from our condo in Granby, Colorado, brought this scene to me.  My first rendition was a little stiff, but I put it back on my easel this week and brushed out areas I didn't like and strived to make it more painterly.  I hoped to capture nature's cheerful juxtaposition and balance of weeds and flowers.

The Smallest Studio Yet

Evening Thunderstorm,   8 x 10",  $80.

My husband and I have decided to share a home in Lincoln Nebraska with our son and grandchildren. My husband and I have developed our apartment in the basement.  It is cozy and small, but I especially wanted my own little studio space.  "Mini-studio" is an understatement in this place!

At the end of the family room is a recessed closet with about 2 feet of standing room where I could put my small Guerrilla painters box & tripod easel.

My iPad, with reference photos I have taken, sits on the shelf and any other supplies are handily right there as well.

Since we are just a week new into the house, I haven't filled all the space as I normally would. Thank goodness!  

A bright natural fluorescent light serves its purpose well. When finished I can shut the doors and the space stays neat & clean. I love it!