To capture the essence of a tree is a lifetime journey for me; It’s beauty and size are magnificent; It’s soul can be felt in its shadow; The touch of its bark is like a thick layer of skin that protects its heart within; The branches long and winding reach high to the heavens; Longing for Sun, Water, Air […]
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Almost June.
As the days get longer, so do the tasks and the hikes! Hopefully, wherever you live, you are able to enjoy the different seasons. The flowers are plentiful in the mountains of Western North Carolina. I’ve included some recent photographs of flowers blooming at the Biltmore Estate and surrounding areas. To purchase my work, please […]
Just a share about the day, about the air It’s clear and fresh as is the case in mid-Januar To my surprise, the sun is out I’m not, due to a flu bout; My mind wanders to a day not far away when the sun is shining again And I will be able to join […]
Gratitude. Years ago I created a handmade journal made of paper, and in it I left examples of what I was grateful for beginning with the letter ‘A’ and ending with the letter ‘Z’. Below each example, I left blank lines for those purchasing the journals for themselves or a friend to fill out their […]
Photography, collage, writing, basket-weaving, clay have all been outlets of expression. Art – Drawing – endlessly drawing with pencil, crayons, pens – trees, landscapes, people, flowers and more… Photography – I began using a camera when I was very little – a Kodak Brownie. I still have this camera and some film? The film is […]
I’ve always wanted to see the Grand Canyon. This year was the year. I went with my daughter on a plane, a coach, a helicopter and a pontoon boat. As we flew 4,000′ into the West Rim of the Canyon by helicopter….tears began to form. It is majestic! Here’s a photo of the amazing view.
Every day is a new day. A Fresh Start – A new Beginning; This day is Full of Imagination and Creativity; As a Painter gazes at a blank canvass to imagine and visualize what they wish to see there; to create; So do I have the same opportunity every day to create the kind of […]
A day to remember those nearest and dearest to my heart… My Husband, my Children, My Parents, My Family & Friends… Grateful for the love of many, but more so, grateful for the opportunity to love others. Isn’t it interesting to note the link between Gratitude and Love… they are intertwined, Love begets Love, which […]
After searching for the long awaited fall colours to arrive in Western North Carolina, yesterday, November 1st – they finally arrived! While I haven’t had as much time as I would like to for outside activities, I took a drive to some different areas over the past three days, and discovered a beautiful assortment of […]