Alyssa on Red Couch

I really love taking classes from other artists. The actual couch that Alyssa posed on was white. Her skin is so beautifully alabaster that I was not loving the combination. Richard Kirk, an excellent artist that I took a class from in portraiture suggested the red couch and I love it with the purple dress.

Blue and White In Autumn

This was a challenge to get a warm feeling with cool objects. So, I enhanced...you know, used some creative license to make what I wanted to happen. I guess that's what being an artist is all about.

Mandevilla

This painting was a labor of love. I really spent time on the mood and really appreciate Chris' beautiful flowers.

Copper and White

Simply a study in copper with atmosphere. I'm always looking for atmosphere.

The Old Country

This was very complicated. It was one of the paintings I put aside for the better part of a year and then resurrected it. It's better to wait until the creative spirit moves you!

Stone Vase With Cherries

This painting was completed in Dee Macy's class and I'm pretty happy with the outcome.

Still Life With Apple Blossoms

I set up this still life with "options" in mind. Every student in the class chose to do a portion of this set up. I was the only one who did the whole thing. Sissy Blakslee won an award when she entered her version of this painting in the Small Works Show at The Bonita Art League this month. Yay Sis!