September Sparkle, 8x10, oil on hand-primed panel

This is the cottonwood to the east of our house. It's always enticing to paint, especially this time of the year.

Turning Of The Seasons, 8x10, oil on linen panel

It's finally beginning to look a lot like . . . fall! My favorite time of the year. I hope to go out for a few photo shoots and painting sessions next week. Beautiful color and weather!

I'm All Ears, 8x10, oil on hand-primed hardboard panel

I really enjoyed painting this one! Such an expression! I've got another from this bunch coming in a couple of days. These cows - yearlings I think - were so interested in every move I made.

Sunlight On An Old Timer, 8x10, oil on hand-primed panel

My Palette

I have had a few people ask me about my palette - what colors I use and since I can rarely remember how to directly reply to them, I decided to post it here. I use 3 yellows: cad lemon yellow, cad yellow pale, and yellow ochre. Windsor Newton mostly. For reds I use cad red scarlet, alizarin crimson and sometimes terra rosa. For blues I use French Ultramarine Blue, cobalt and I also have 2 greens on my palette. They are Viridian and Sap Green. I used to use only 2 yellow, 2 red and 2 blue, but have added a few others as you can see.

Red Ranch House, 10x8, oil on hand-primed panel

Another painting from the trip to Lusk last week.

Old Ranch Road, 10x8,oil on linen panel

This is one from the Wyoming Plein Air event that I chose not to put in the show. Mostly because I didn't get it this far done while on location and didn't think I should work on it at home a lot and then call it a plein air piece. So, its plein air begun and studio finished.

And if you click on the title it will take you to the ebay home page, from which you should be able to find it under my name.

Buffalo Blues, 8x10, oil on hand-primed panel

Hmmm...... not sure what to write about this guy. I don't know if he looks blue or not. He actually looks kind of cozy and warm! Oh well . . .

Line Drawings, 8x10, oil on hand-primed panel

This scene was done from a friend's photo. It was fun to do a figure painting again and I think I'll try to do some more. Just need some models!

On ebay. Thanks!

Three In A Row, 8x10, oil on hand-primed panel

More cows! And all of them wondering if you have something yummy for them. At least that's what it looks like to me. There was a whole bunch of them and they all came over to see what I was up to. I think they're used to being friendly!

Summer Repose, 8x10, oil on hand primed panel

Well, I told you I like cows!

On ebay.

Pickin' Up Chicks, 8x10, oil on primed foam board

What can I say? I like chickens! And cows.

Another One, 8x10, oil on primed MDF board

Finally I think I'm back on track - hence a tractor. Not really. This is a little plein air that worked in spite of having forgotten half my equipment. But my husband, who used to be a farmer, thinks its good. Actually, he's still a farmer, he just doesn't have a farm.

On ebay tonight. Thanks!

Mom's Little One, 8x10, oil on linen panel

This is from earlier this spring. The expression on the mare's face is my favorite part.

More plein air painting today. Then Deer Creek Days this weekend. Fun,fun, fun!

Cows In The Pasture, 8x10, oil on linen panel

Well, the Wyoming Plein Air event is in full swing. Lots of outdoor painting. But this was painted in the studio. My favorite part of this painting is the cute cow lying down. She looks like she's hiding, which I know she isn't, but still its too cute!

This painting is on ebay now. Thanks!

At The Foot Of The Mountain, 8x10 oil on canvas panel

Its been a while since I posted. This is the crazy time of the year for me. Three shows on 2 weekends and all three involving painting at each place - quick draws and demos. Its lots of fun, but my brain gets a little mushy! And of course needing new paintings for each one. The Wyoming Plein Air Event kicks off Sunday the 1st and runs for 2 weeks. Then Deer Creek Days is the weekend of the 6th and 7th. And the Douglas Invitational Art Show and Sale is the 13th, 14th and 15th. Whew! So, I'll be posting as often as I can, hopefully with photos from each event. Hope you're having a great summer!

Overlooking The Neighbor's Place, 8x10 oil on linen panel

Last Light, 10x8, oil on linen panel

First light and last light are so unique to their place in the day. So full of hope and promise . . . The deer always come down to drink at these times. And so too, do we need to come and drink deeply of the Lord and His Spirit and Word. Let the water of the Word wash you clean from the dust of the day. Let His Spirit refresh your soul before you hit the pillow. Let Him fill you with His strength and wisdom before you begin the new day . . . drink deeply. Let him who thirsts come.

Sweet Clover Breakfast, 8x10, oil on panel

A little plein air of early morning cows. Yes, more cows, my favorite!

One Little Cow, 8x10, oil on linen panel

Had to paint this cutie! Cows just make me smile. Someday maybe I'll have one of my own . . .

Cool Drink On A Hot Day, 11x14, oil on linen panel

These cows were out back of our place. I wanted to paint outside but it was far too windy that day, so I painted them from the studio window.

This painting can be purchased through ebay. Just click on the title to be taken to the ebay homepage. Thanks!

Morning Bluffs, 8x10, oil on linen panel

Early summer morning in Wyoming. Perfect!

July Morning, 8x10, oil on linen panel

Spring Run-off, 9x12, oil on linen panel

We had a lot of rain this spring. This is the creek out back of my house when it was over it's banks for a week or so. It was really pretty actually. Most of the year we don't see the water in it, but we sure have this year!

On ebay. Just click on the title to go to the ebay homepage. Thanks!

Summer Arrives, 8x10, oil on linen panel

Another view from the yard.