Freesias

Fresh and happy freesias. Oh, those gorgeous colors!

This original oil painting is 6″x6″ square and painted on 2″ raised panel with the sides painted gold. It's available for $130 here. 

You can see more of my original paintings here. Enjoy!

The gorgeous subtle blues and purple in bluebells are mesmerizing. I could mix those colors all day long and never, ever tire!

This original one-of-a-kind painting is:

• a one-of-a-kind handmade item

• 6″x6″ square

• painted on 2″ raised panel with the sides painted gold

• would make a beautiful, one-of-a-kind gift for a friend, or better yet, yourself!

This original oil painting is available in my art shop here. 

You can see more of my original paintings here. Enjoy!

black pansies original oil painting

Black pansies, this gorgeous purple floral painting is:
• a handmade item
• 6″x6″ square
• painted on 1 ½" raised panel with the sides painted gold
• signed by artist
• would make a beautiful, one-of-a-kind gift for a friend, or better yet, yourself!
• ready to ship in 3-5 days
• actual colors may differ from the image(s) seen on the screen
This original oil  painting is available for purchase here.

lush, pink ranunculus

This original 8"x8" oil painting on gesso panel is available, unframed, for $130 here.

Zinnias, original oil painting

According to Flower Meaning, the zinnia flower has several meanings including thoughts of friends, endurance, daily remembrance, goodness and lasting affection.

• The Victorian meaning of zinnias is thoughts of an absent friend
• Of the heart
• Lasting affection
• Daily remembrance

No wonder zinnias are so loved, their beauty isn’t just skin deep!

This original 6″x6″ oil painting on 1 1/2″ raised panel with sides painted gold is available for $130 here.

You can see more of my original paintings here. Enjoy!

Here is a time-lapse video of it's creation!

"comfort zone" original floral oil painting

Stepping out of my comfort zone. I always learn so much when I step out of my comfort zone, so why is it always to darn hard to do when it's usually a good thing? Often in the middle of a painting there a not-so-pretty stage (to be honest, it's often an ugly stage) where I think I should just quit, wipe it all off, start over, or never, ever paint again...and then, it turns a corner and it all comes together. It's so important to trust the process. Have faith that it will all be okay, and persevere...that's when the magic happens...right?

This original 8"x8" oil painting on ⅛" gesso panel is available, unframed, for $160 here.

thistle

I painted this beautiful thistle while filming myself live on Instagram stories. I really like the platform of IG stories but I'm very camera shy. I'm going to keep trying though ,and maybe I will get comfortable with it. It sure does look like fun! Go check out the video in my story on Instagram and let me know what you think!

This original 6"x6" oil painting on ⅛" gesso panel is available, unframed, for $100 here.

it's complicated

It's complicated. I try so much to simplify...my art...my life...but even simplifying is complicated. #nevergiveup

This original 6"x6" original oil painting on ⅛" gesso panel is available, unframed, for $100 in my Etsy shop here. Shipping is included.

zinnias

Zinnias. As an artist I see painting inspiration everywhere and anywhere. Yesterday I stopped at a coffee shop and these beautiful zinnias were on the counter. I'm guessing I am the only person that day who stopped and took a photo to paint the next morning. So much fun, and they are beautiful, right?

This original 6"x6" oil painting on ⅛" gesso panel is available, unframed, for $100 in my Etsy shop here.

Reaching, original oil painting of purple tulips

Reaching…my thoughts were all about mood and capturing a calm energy in this painting. I was reaching for a feeling, a mood, just as these sweet flowers seem to be reaching for, too. Sweet and fun and warm and inviting...so much fun!

This original 8"x8" oil painting on ⅛" gesso panel is available, unframed, for $160 here.

zinnia blooms

A bouquet of zinnias to brighten your day!
This original 6"x6" oil painting on ⅛" gesso panel is available, unframed, for $100, in my Etsy shop here.

nevertheless

This original 6"x6" oil painting on ⅛" gesso panel is available, unframed, for $100 here.

falling for you original oil painting

I had so much fun with color on this one! This original 8x8 oil painting on 1 ½ inch raised panel is available for $200 in my Etsy shop here. Sides are painted gold.

sunflowers

A bouquet of sunflowers to brighten your day!
This 8"x8" original oil painting on ⅛" panel is available, unframed, for $150 here.

A Sweet Little Something" for someone you love. A simple bouquet of zinnias is nostalgic of summers past. Don't you agree?

This original 8"x8" oil painting is on ¾" gesso panel with edges painted gold for beautiful display without a frame, It is available, unframed, for $150 here.

Can I ask you a question?

So I have a question because I am seriously considering not posting on blogger anymore. I'm not sure if it's worth the extra time and energy doing this in addition to managing my website, posting on DailyPaintworks, Etsy, especially with this not actually being my "real" job (yet). I know some people who have been on here for years have a great following, but I'm not sure it's the right space for me. Does anyone else agree? Disagree? I guess if I hear crickets I will have my answer :) Thanks for you opinion!

"Sending Love," an original 8"x8" oil painting on ¾" cradled panel is available, unframed, for $150 here.

flowers of hope

I painting this mostly plein air on a gorgeous sunny summer morning, capturing the magical dancing light of the day. Pure heaven!

This original 12"x12" oil painting on ⅛" gesso panel is available, unframed, for $320 here.

spring tulips

Today is the first day of spring and I am smiling ear to ear! And this painting is celebrating hope that spring and summer are a little bit easier and breezier and happier and lighter of heart. Because I sure could use a little bit of all those things!

This original 8"x8" oil painting on ¾" gesso panel is sold unframed but no frame is necessary for display as the sides of the panel are also painted. This one-of-a-kind spring celebration is available or $160 here.

Stella De Oro Daylily

This was a painting that I thought was never going to put through. A total lost cause. A throw away. To be honest I even felt that way at the very last stroke. Now, with a new day and a fresh set of eyes, I think maybe I was wrong. It's really quite beautiful after all...art has a funny way of doing that sometimes...

This original 6"x6" oil painting on ⅛" gesso panel is sold, unframed, for $100 here.

Looks like Spring!

Crocus are a sure sign that spring is on it's way. Hurray! I find winter incredibly difficult to get through. I don't like the cold, or the darkness, not to mention it's so challenging to photograph my paintings when it's dark outside. It's best to photograph paintings in natural light. I feel thankful that having sunshine for my artwork is just around the corner...

This original 6"x6" oil painting on ⅛" gesso panel is available, unframed, for $100 here.