Dynamic Sunset

Dynamic Sunset

10" x 20", pastel

We have been blessed with some beautiful evening skies lately. You know the kind that keeps you oooing and ahhhing every few minutes before the day turns to night. 

This is my latest attempt to capture the beauty that has been ours to enjoy. You may see it in person at the Gallerie at Gruene, in New Braunfels/Gruene. Drop by!!

Rainy Reflections

Rainy Reflections

8" x 8", pastel

Contrary to popular belief, art does not always flow easily. A case in point is the painting that was attempted prior to the one pictured above. I had this awesome idea and photo reference.......or so I thought. No matter what I did, it just would not come together. It has been taken to the sink and washed off........yes, you can do that with pastels with a quality substrate. Second try, same story! 

Then there was this photo, so different from anything I have attempted. I was so bummed, I thought "Why Not" give it a whirl. Different substrate, different subject, and maybe most importantly, no preconceived idea of the outcome........just paint for the joy of it.

Well, low and behold, this painting just flowed and seemed to be done in no time at all! That's why I keep going back to the easel!

Spectacular Sunset

Spectacular Sunset

8" x 8", pastel

We were blessed with gorgeous sunsets in February. Certainly prefer them to the gray, damp days we have had in March thus far. I loved the challenge of recreating the vibrant colors of those beautiful sunsets.