Love Strikes in Mysterious Ways

Taking our dog along with the family apple picking has been a family tradition over the years and near day's end we ended up at Oak Tree Village in Oak Glen.

He loves all the sights and smells and has himself a ball.

We approached a little caged area with 3 deer sitting in the shade.  We were all a little leery as Tucker approached with  his hunter/stalking routine.   

Then one doe got curious and came over to check him out.

 

 "Your eyes, they are so beautiful".

"You are a handsome buck, no?"   Everywhere we led him around the cage, the doe would follow. 

"Bye bye, my cherie, until we meet again". 

For an old guy of 77 he still can make the ladies swoon.

Gustav Klimt Challenge

Field Day 16 x 20 mixed media

I was looking for a way to finish this painting when  Jane DeRosier posted the Gustav Klimt challenge on facebook which inspired me for the background.

The girls remind me of my own daughters ...one blond and brunette.

Restoration Hardware Los Angeles Store

Restoration Hardware, Los Angeles, CA Store

This is the Restoration Hardware home store in Los Angeles that I visited recently and so enjoyed.

How beautiful this outdoor setting is.  Wouldn't you love to call this your back yard.

Double Sink  Vanity

Great design pieces without the need of a designer. 

Powder Puff Brush Collection

With great decorating ideas.

Canvas covered books

Just some fun inspiration.  It's a great place to visit if your ever in LA.

Candyland

16 x 16, mixed media

I love the reaction of my girl's friends when they see another new painting.  This one reminded one of them of the game, "Candyland".

This was inspired by an artist I love, Jennifer Lommers.  I love all her colorful florals....so fun.

"Show Off"



"Show Off", 6" x  6", oil on mixed media, Sold



I painted this butterfly in oils over a background of many layers of paper and acrylic.  As bright as acrylic is, the oil is so much more beautiful and bright.  I've used this frame to see how striking this piece could look in a black frame.

I finally realize why I love this style so...my dad was a housepainter and I saw this background many places as a child....dropcloths, old work shoes, paint pots, old wood...ahhhh the memories of childhood making its way back into my heart.

Sisterhood of the Traveling Paints

One of my art lover friends is moving away.  Since it is getting close to moving day, we had a small painting, eating and just being together party. 

Although I act as teacher, I love the creative ideas that flow while we are all gathered together.

My dining room acts as a perfect art table/gallery.   

We all got lost in our art projects and ran out of time to finish.

My project finished later "Papa Chair"  6" x 6"

I'll miss you Michelle....keep painting, my friend.

Poppies

Poppy 1 - 12" x 12" mixed media

Simplicity.... I so loved the background that I didn't want to cover it up with color.  Just this simple poppy leaves all the hard work on the background still exposed.  It's hard to appreciate the texture until you see it in person.  This little piece has some gold rubbed on top that doesn't show up in  the picture, but looks awesome in person. 

Braille bottom left corner

I've added a piece of braille to all my floral pieces, telling a little story of its own.  I kind of like that.
I have another 12 x 12 canvas...don't you think this should be a pair?

Once again, I am linking up with Studio JRU and all of you lovely Sneak Peek Talents!