John

 

John's Dad said he wasn't very happy about his photo session, but I love his expression and sweet hands!  I wonder what he was thinking about? 

Milo

 

Dear friends and followers,

For the past few years I have not been able to spend much time painting.  I have missed being able to connect with you.  I took time off to care for my husband during his extended illness. Then, I was injured in a deck collapse at Lake Martin last summer.  After surgery and rehab, I am glad to be returning to my happy place in my studio with creative thoughts in mind and works in progress.  

I will be sharing some new work with you, and I plan to resume posting more often!

Pearl

Pearl lives on a horse farm.  She goes to the barn with her owner every day and roams the property. She often accompanies her mistress on trail rides.  When she is not checking out the stalls, her bell lets everyone know where she is.

Augie

 Augie is a young Red Fox Labrador Retriever.  

Oscar and Emmy

 Oscar and Emmy enjoy visiting their "grandmother" at Lake Martin.  This painting was a graduation gift for her granddaughter graduating from Auburn University this spring.  Can you tell by their names that their owner likes the movies?

Camp

 Camp is a handsome Brittany Spaniel.  He is the family pet and likes hunting for quail on outings at the   farm.   

Shugar

 

Shug was a beautiful Newfoundland who lived in Florida.  She was a gentle spirit and her family's beloved "baby girl" for eleven and a half years.

 

                                         

 After drawing her on my canvas, I began her painting with a French grisaille method using burnt sienna oil paint.  This helped me establish values and gave her a warm undertone.  

A Day at the Lake

I appreciate being commissioned by grandparents to paint their precious grandchildren These beautiful grands were having fun at the lake.  Perhaps as they continue to grow up, this painting will be a sweet reminder of special times spent together.

Rachel

It was a honor to be asked to paint Rachel's portrait.  This beautiful young lady was approaching her senior year of high school with so many hopes and dreams ahead of her.  

Bella and Charlie

I understand that these two were best friends and partners in their human family.  They are still hanging out together on their Mom's memory wall!

 

Bailey

It has been a while since I have posted.  Our lives have been interrupted in numerous ways.  We must surely view these days knowing that our Lord is in control.  For an artist it can be difficult to find our creative spirit in challenging times, but when we do, the joy returns!  

While I have not painted as often, I am enjoying commission work.  I am well and thankful for so many blessings.  I love painting for you.

Bailey was commissioned by my friend and the owner of Vignettes, a beautiful gift and interior design store in Auburn.  I appreciate them showing and selling my work for the past seven years.  This painting was a special Christmas gift for her son.  

Precious Memories

This beautiful homeplace in Selma, Alabama, holds a lifetime of sweet memories for a southern family who has both roots and wings here. What a grand place it has been to nurture and grow generations of children and grandchildren!  

Charley

Charley is moving with his owners to our neighborhood soon.  He will get to meet his new dog friends, Coco and Rose.  We think he will enjoy the walking trail around the pond in front of his house.  Welcome to Legacy, Charley!

Blue and White

The beautiful blue and white Chinese footbath was the perfect host for this Bromeliad.  

I like the contrast created by the cool leaves with the blue and white vessel versus the warm red flower and polished tabletop.