This painting is from a photo I took several years ago during the cherry blossom festival at the University of Washington. As hundreds of people scurried about taking and posing for photos this little gray squirrel watched the show from his safe perch in one of the iconic trees. I love cherry blossoms and not […]
Young Doe and Woodpile
We live in Port Townsend, a victorian seaport known not only for its amazing scenery and old victorian buildings but also for its deer. Loved by many, disliked by some, they roam the beaches, streets and yards. We have several small herds that frequent our little patch of woods. Some come for water from the […]
Our Little Campground Host
I have fond memories of our little campsite host, a golden-mantled ground squirrel, at Lake Wenatchee last summer. He was living in the log bordering our site. Very friendly and entertaining, as most critters in campgrounds tend to be, looking for handouts. Now his memory lives on in this painting I just finished.
Luminosity – Peonies
This glorious, old-time classic is thriving this year. It seems to enjoy the misty, cool weather we’ve been having here in Port Townsend. Both photos were taken during “magic hour,” that special time just before sunset and right after sunrise. This first one captures the feathery, airy-lightness of the petals above the fatter, lower ones. […]
Peony – A love Affair
Peonies, a symbol of prosperity, honor, compassion, good fortune and romance. Crisp aroma, a mingle of rose, jasmine and carnations. June blooms adorn wedding bouquets and often given on the 12th wedding anniversary, signifying a happy marriage. This “Shirley Temple” peony lives in a pot on our deck. Unlike a rose, its lovely, fragrant blooms […]
Miller Peninsula State Park –
Some years ago we did some hiking on Miller Peninsula but not since it became a park in 2005. Why did we wait so long? The 28,000 acre park is near to where we live and offers more than 20 miles of hiking trails. Yesterday we chose the Fireweed Road Beach Trail. A six mile, […]