"Helping With the Ribbon" (sold)

16"x12"

Oil on Board

Whew!! Finished! This is one of those paintings that I was SO excited about because I love the image so much, and, experienced the equivalent anxiety of whether or not I would be able to paint it! I like it. I am very pleased. It was a learning experience as I mentioned in my last post--all those whites!

"Mother Love" (sold)

6"x6"

Oil on Gessoboard

This painting is inspired by my "step"daughter holding her new baby. To witness the interaction was so beautiful and such a privilege. Never having had children myself, I am grateful for the unexpected role of grandmother!

"Joanna" #30 in a series of 50 faces

images: 6"x6"

graphite on bristol board

NFS

This drawing is a celebration of my mother who passed away19 years ago today. I found the photo I'm basing this drawing on after she died and it has remained one of my favorites of her. I believe it was taken sometime in the 70's, looking at her French twist and the wide collar of her blouse. I've really enjoyed doing this drawing, meditating on my mother in ways that I just don't do very often. I think that's one of the perks of doing this series--really "spending time" with the person I am portraying, getting past the quick "hi".

"Opening the Gift" (sold)

8"x6"

Oil on Board

This was just a joy to do. Not much more to say than that!