A View of the Gorge

30x48
oil on canvas

Well, here it is-- matter over mind! The truth is that every time I worked on this painting, I felt I couldn't paint-- I've never had a painting fight me so hard! Nevertheless, I prevailed and am satisfied. I'm now working on a somewhat smaller one (18x24) that is being very kind to me...

(This painting has been done for a week or so, but I've had trouble getting it photographed. It's so large that I get some glare no matter what I do. I may take it to a professional to get a better image.)

Inspiration is for Amateurs

I woke up this morning to find that I'd forgotten how to paint. My mind was as blank as the canvas. It happens every now and then, and it's always disconcerting. I've spoken to very experienced artists that this happens to, and they say the same thing-- it's always a little freaky. It's like forgetting how to ride a bike or tie your shoelace: you look at the brush and think, "What do I DO with this?!"

To punish my mind for its betrayal, I'm starting on the largest painting I've ever done-- a 30x48 inch canvas. I've already made some massive and dark paint marks on it... we'll see who wins, me or my mind!

A New Day - SOLD

10x10
oil on canvas

I love how the morning sun first warms the sky, then the water, and then starts reflecting back on the shadow sides of the hills.

Lurking

10x10
oil on canvas

A lovely but slightly sinister little spot at Rooster Rock State Park. Even in the middle of a humid July afternoon, it was just a little bit spooky... and kind of fun scaring myself!

Available for purchase at the Columbia Art Gallery in Hood River, OR, during the month of February.

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Good Morning, Sleepyhead

10x10
oil on canvas

A sunrise painting looking east down the Gorge. My husband, John, helps to title most of my paintings, and he said this one looked like the hills were waking up. I loved it! I left the title a bit ambiguous so the viewer can decide who is the sleepyhead-- the hills, Beacon Rock, or you!

Available for purchase through Columbia Art Gallery during the month of February.

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