"Forest Rise Drive"

"Forest Rise Drive"
One day as I was driving along a quiet city street when I happened to
notice this beautiful mail box and colorful flower setting.
I saw the homeowners working in their yard - so I
got my nerve up, turned my car around and stopped
to ask if they would mind if I took some photos to create
a painting and note cards.
They said yes and seemed pleased that someone cared
enough to stop and comment about their lovely home and landscaping .
After completing my painting project - I returned to give
that nice family a few boxes of their own custom designed note cards
 and to once again say a big thanks!
I like to let folks know that their help and kindness is really appreciated.

"Antique Elegance"

"Antique Elegance"



"Champ"

"Champ"

Don't you think this little dog looks so cute wearing his bandanna?
I think he deserves a treat!

"Pennyroyal Farm"

 "Pennyroyal Farm"

                                  A very dear friend allowed me to do this painting of her

family homestead. She took me for a ride on her four-wheeler

to many different areas of the farm so I could take photos to use as reference material.

I was really happy with the way the painting turned out.

We even made Christmas cards using this painting.

What a fun project this turned out to be!

Hocking Hills, Ohio

"Hocking Hills, Ohio"

This is a beautiful place to visit in the great state of Ohio.

It is a fun place to hike, take pictures and even get ideas for paintings.

Lots of people visit here each year.

"Black and White Cat"

  "Abo"

A very special friend that I once worked  with

allowed me to paint this for her.

Don't you think she has a beautiful cat?

"Captivating Companions"

I just wanted to try something different.

"Three Little Chickadees"

I Love Birds!

As a little girl I would wait in the car with my father and sisters while

our mother went to do the grocery shopping. If we were really good

when she returned, we would be allowed to go into the five and dime store.

Each time I would take my small amount of money and purchase a different

tiny plastic snap together bird statue. I kept all of the statues that I had assembled

in a shoe box. I had quite a nice collection of these little birds.
Today I still get excited whenever I hear their beautiful songs or see some of those 
colorful birds around our neighborhood.
 It is so much fun to watch how interesting birds can be. 
If you have never taken a moment to just appreciate these tiny creatures - please give it a try.
You will truly be amazed.
BIRDS ARE ALSO VERY FUN TO PAINT!