Inspired by a film short by a children's picture book illustrator, who's short described her use of a limited color palette, I decided to apply the process to this piece I've just begun work on. This work which I will title, "The Flirt", encompasses the innocent, flirtatious glances of a little girl and boy. While flirting is a natural part of our very being, also seen in other creatures of nature, I'd not personally seen anyone present it …
Painting
“My Son” Portrait Painting
Happy Father's Day! I titled this featured portrait painting "My Son", to reflect the special connection between parent and child which is relevant any time of the year. I have several other images that I'll be working from that also display the sense of awe and tenderness that is at the core of the parent/child relationship. …
Four Robin Eggs – Pastel Illustration
This pastel illustration is of the robin nest I found in my kiwi vines this past spring. They were angry every time I went into the garden near the vines. And I felt awful putting the sprinkler on to get the seeds going... the poor mother huddled under the dripping leaves trying to keep her eggs warm. …