Old School Skates

These skates were a photo that my friend took, and instantly tapped into my childhood. Skates like these were practically my second shoes. There was nothing better than going round and around the roller rink... skating backwards, dancing to the music, and having fun with friends.

8x8 on 1/8" museum quality panel

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Slow & Steady

These are some of the very last flowers from our yard. We're having such beautiful weather this week, I was torn about leaving them or bringing them inside. In the end, the desire to paint them won out!

9x12 on 1/8" museum quality panel
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Autumn at the Lake

Heading home from Minnesota, my husband and I passed Lake Pepin again in the early morning. As we drove past my jaw dropped in awe; my sweet husband stopped the car. The lake looked just like a mirror, reflecting the many glowing boats and all the color in the trees. Seems we happened past at the perfect moment, as everything was completely still and quiet.

9x12 on 1/8" museum quality panel

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Calico Kitten

I have always been a dog person, and my husband is allergic to cats, however, there is something pretty adorable about a soft, cuddly kitten. We found this little one at a pumpkin patch and both of the boys got to hold him. We went back a few weeks later and it was a full grown cat already!

6x6 on 1/8" museum quality panel

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All Aglow

It's been a tough past few days and so I was having some trouble getting excited about what to paint. Decided to use this old photo that I love. It ended up feeling like if one were to do some self-therapy and love of the child within. This little girl is all aglow and completely in her element--sunshine, water... nature in general, a light heart and sweet spirit.

8x10 on 1/8" museum quality panel
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Torture Device

Does anyone else dislike their eyelash curler as much as I do? I'm envious of the ladies (and men!) fortunate enough to have eyelashes that curl up to the heavens. Still, although I dislike the tool and my stick-straight eyelashes, I sure do love the painting!

6x6 on 1/8" museum quality panel

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Gift at the Door

I always get really cold when I paint. No idea why... The other day my front step was in full sun, so I walked out the front door with hot coffee in hand. There was a c-r-u-n-c-h sound and I looked down to see two pinecones, some flowers, and a rock on the doormat. The joys of having children and neighborhood friends. :) When I sat down, I noticed the way the light was hitting all of the scales and the way the shadow fell. Decided it could make a beautiful painting.

8x8 on 1/8" museum quality panel

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