Wednesday, May 31, 2023

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.

Monday, July 4, 2022

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?

Thursday, June 9, 2022

Camp


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

Monday, April 18, 2022

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.  

Saturday, March 5, 2022

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.

Sunday, July 18, 2021

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.  

Wednesday, April 14, 2021

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!


 







Friday, January 22, 2021

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.  

Wednesday, September 2, 2020

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!  

Friday, April 24, 2020

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!

Friday, March 6, 2020

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.  


Thursday, February 6, 2020

Thursday, December 19, 2019

Merry Christmas



This is the fourth painting in my series of Redbirds.  Each year I paint a new one and print notecards.  If you need hostess gifts or stocking stuffers, these are available at The Flower Store in Auburn and the Museum Store at Montgomery Museum of Fine Art.
I want to thank you for following my blog and encouraging my art journey.  Wishing you a merry Christmas with health and joy in 2020!

Wednesday, December 4, 2019

Celebrating the Holidays at the Art Haus







We are looking forward to the inaugural show for the new Art Haus in Opelika this Saturday from 11:00 to 2:00.  It follows the Christmas parade downtown. I hope you will come out for a fun filled day.
I have enjoyed spending some time there painting this fall.  
My small Santas will be for sale along with beautiful artwork from a group of talented local artists.  We are thankful for the vision of the Stern family in providing this lovely gathering place for the arts in Opelika.