I think of my landscapes as portraits. The earth shows its personality in its colors, shapes, shadows, and expressions. I use watercolor as my medium, so I can catch these changing facets in a shorter amount of time than with other media. I like the contrast of transparency and opacity that the medium of watercolor allows to happen.
My work for the current show is mostly a compilation of places I have traveled in the past. I got ideas for the paintings from my photos, magazines, postcards, and my imagination. Many of these paintings include animals — cows, donkeys, goats, sheep, horses, dogs, and cats — and they delight me in so many ways. I am hoping you will find these paintings whimsical, colorful, joyful, and just the perfect feeling for your viewing pleasure. |