Prairie Sunrise - SOLD

A spectacular Colorado prairie sunrise. The photo doesn't do the painting justice. I was going to wipe this one but decided to try using a fan brush to feather the edges. That opened up new possibilities and saved the day. Another example of "Don't give up too soon!" This is an 8 x 16 inch oil available in my Etsy shop.

Deer in Tall Grass

These deer were grazing just outside an aspen grove next to the road that enters the North Rim of the Grand Canyon National Park. I was struck by how well hidden they were in the grass almost disappearing when their heads were down. Beautiful creatures in beautiful light. This painting is available in my Etsy shop. Click here to view it and other available paintings.

February 17 • Birds in Morning Light - SOLD

I'm learning that painting is all about the light no matter what the subject is. I love painting birds because they are so darn cute and full of personality. But what I like about this painting is the way the light sets the mood. This is a 5 x 10 inch oil available in my Etsy shop. Click here to see it and my other available paintings and prints.

February 11 • Suburban Sparrow - SOLD

So much for a bird-a-day in February. I have painted almost every day but even when I do manage to get a painting done, that doesn't mean it's good enough to post. I'm happy with this one. He's definitely got personality. This is a 6 x 6 inch oil available in my Etsy shop.

February 3 • Winter Light

Bird Number 3. This is a female finch in winter morning light. The board I used happened to be one that I'd painted over with new primer to cover an old painting. It made the surface really slippery compared to a new canvas board. I almost started over. Then I thought, "Maybe I'll discover something new." I learned I like fresh canvas better : ) This painting is available in my Etsy store.

February 2 • Sparrow on Grapevine - SOLD

Painting number 2 in my February paint a bird a day saga. We'll see how far I get : ) This is a 4 x 4 oil painting available in a Daily Paintworks auction. Click here to bid.

Tulips on Blue

Some local artists in Pueblo, CO got together last week and painted this tulip still life together. January is a great time to paint tulips. They remind you spring will come. This is an 8 x 10 inch oil painting available in my Etsy shop.