FIND YOUR ARTVibrant & alive art!Landscape as a subject is endlessly fascinating. These paintings represent my interpretation of areas that I have visited. Working on location and also from photographic and sketched references, I make paintings using various techniques in pastel, oil, and acrylic.
My work is never a total reproduction of what I see. Instead, I express the emotions that I derive from being in nature. Please click on the shop button on each artwork to see the details and to see the work in the actual proportions. *FREE SHIPPING IN THE CONTIGUOUS US UP TO 20"X20"
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Temporal Landscape
This painting was originally intended to be a non-objective abstract, but my mind had different ideas, and a landscape muscled into the proceedings!
The piece is acrylic mounted to a wooden panel and ready to hang. It is a small piece (8.5"x8.5") and will brighten a small spot either on the wall or Designer Tip: This painting would look terrific on a table or shelf.
The Perfect Day
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During a painting excursion with the Washington Society of Landscape Painters, I was struck immediately by this scene. I was interested in the juxtapositions of the colors, darks and lights, and shapes. This painting was completed in acrylic and is ready to hang or to place on a shelf on a cradled wooden panel.
Acrylic painting size: 8"x8"
The Perfect Day #1
This acrylic painting was the first that I did on site at River Farm in Alexandria, Virginia. River Farm is a beautiful site on the Potomac River that was once owned by George Washington. The moment I got to the location, I was immediately interested in this little scene, so much so that I painted it twice. This acrylic painting is on a cradle panel and is ready to hang or place on a shelf.
Acrylic painting size: 8"x8"
A Day in Obidos
This painting was started as a demonstration for my students while teaching a workshop in Portugal.
It was inspired by a visit to the town of Obidos when my husband and I visited Portugal in 2017. When I spotted these pots of flowers I knew that a painting would likely be made in the future, not realizing that it would take 5 years to make the piece.
This oil painting is 8.5"x8.5" and is on paper mounted to wood. The framed image is for illustration purposes. However, it is ready to hang for a modern appearance on a wooden panel. Designer Tip: This painting would also add a spot of color to a table or shelf since the base is wide enough to sit nicely on a horizontal surface.
Go Bold
This oil painting was started as a demonstration for my students and quickly changed dramatically. I had initially thought that the sky would be calm, without any clouds, but the painting had other plans. This 12"x12," oil on wooden panel painting is ready to be framed and would brighten any spot in the home or office.
Oil painting size: 12"x12"
Among the Grasses
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This painting was inspired by a trip to the Shenandoah that was a welcome respite during lock down due to Covid. I wanted to show how uplifted I was due to being away from only the area not far from my home. As a result, the colors are not realistic. The color choices were made to make the painting as elevated as my mood. This oil painting was made on a wooden cradle panel, and is ready to hang.
Oil painting size: 30"x30"
Three Reds #2
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This painting was inspired by a visit to Hollywood Cemetery in Richmond, Virginia. I was on the lookout for very old trees in the state of Virginia, which prompted the visit to the cemetery. These locations are perfect for spotting old specimens. After driving into the driveway, I looked over to see trees that looked like redwoods. Sure enough, the tags on the trees indicated that I was right. California redwoods in Virginia. How lovely and amazing.
This oil painting was made on linen. The finished piece is framed in a wide gold leaf frame and is ready for hanging.
Painting size: 24"x18"
Framed size: 30"x 24"
Tangled in Sunlight
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Fortunately, I live near a path that takes me into the woods. This painting was inspired by one of my many walks where I am consistently fascinated by the shadows that I see on the ground during my time out in nature. Tangled in Sunlight is painted using oil and cold wax medium, so there is lots of texture on the surface of the painting. It is on a 20"x20" cradled wooden panel and ready to hang.
Oil painting size: 20"x20"
Crystalline
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This oil painting was a result of some experimentation. It reminds me of looking out in the morning to see the fog blanketing the land with the clear knowledge that a beautiful day is ahead. This piece was made using oil on an archival panel. It is framed in a black wooden frame the will coordinate with all kinds of decor. It is a great size to tuck into a location where an ethereal painting will lift your spirits.
Original oil painting size: 10"x8"
Delicate Movement
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Inspired by the mountains that I so love. This painting is vivid and cheerful and would brighten any room. The oil painting is on a cradle canvas with white sides and is ready to hang for a contemporary look, or you may frame it to match your own taste.
Oil painting size: 12"x24"
The Clearing
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The Clearing was so much fun to paint. I loved the juxtaposition of bright and neutral colors. I also was transported to another time and place while making this little painting. It is perfect for hanging in a grouping, or putting on a decorative easel on a table or shelf.
Oil painting size: 6x6 inches on small cradle panel wired and ready to hang
The Backyard
This pastel was made in plein air. It was very hot, and I wanted to play with color in a way that was clearly not what I was actually seeing. I had the best time watching the chipmunks scamper around the yard, and listen to the birds singing while painting. It was a beautiful experience. This pastel painting is ready for framing.
Unframed pastel painting: 9x7.5 inches
The Survivor
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This oil painting is bold and perfect as a centerpiece for a room. There are multiple layers of color and lots of paint texture. It is painted on a gallery wrap canvas and is ready to hang.
Oil painting size: 24x36 inches
Reaching-Wistfully
This pastel painting was inspired by a tree that is in front of a neighbor's house. Imagine their surprise when they found me on the ground taking pictures up into the canopy of their tree! The painting is framed in a wide, solid wood, gold-leafed frame using museum glass which is the finest glass on the market with virtually no reflection and a UV protection.
Due to the size and weight of this piece, I will contact you with shipping charges.
Pastel painting size: 36"x24"
Approximate size framed: 42"x30"
Beyond the Beyond
This oil painting is a true statement piece for your home or business. It was inspired by a visit to Ireland with the crashing surf and the bare cliffs. I was in heaven.
Oil Painting Size: 40 x 30 inches
This painting is on gallery wrap canvas and ready to hang.
Ongoing Ritual
This abstract landscape oil painting is a great size for a large space. It was inspired by an area that is very near my studio.
Oil painting size: 36x36 inches
This painting is on gallery wrap canvas and is ready to hang.
A Slice of Eternity
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After spending time painting outdoors, I was on my way back to my car and discovered this beautiful spot. The light was rapidly changing and I didn't have time to unpack all my gear, but I did have time to take some photos. Using my reference photos and my memory, I painted this piece in my studio.
Oil Painting Size: 24x24 inches
This painting is on gallery wrap canvas and ready to hang.
Opposing Ideas #2
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I really like the unexpected colors and the bold composition of this oil painting. It was inspired by a location close to my home where I walk several times a week. Of course, it looks very little like what I actually see.
Oil painting size: 48x36 inches on gallery wrap canvas ready to hang.
Energetic Conversation
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Another pastel painting made during a workshop I was teaching in Tuscany. I was taken by the flowers in a garden in a renovated monastery. It was a beautiful day and the flowers seemed to be talking with one another.
Pastel painting size: 9x12 inches
Framed size: 15x18 inches
This painting is framed in a contemporary/transitional black wooden frame using museum glass which is the best glass you can buy. It has virtually no reflection and a UV protection.
Waving
This painting was made during a workshop that I was teaching in Tuscany in 2019. The weather was threatening and we didn't have lots of time. I had planned to paint the gorgeous mountains, but looked to my left and saw these wonderful grasses. Stopped in my tracks, I moved my easel and quickly captured this colorful painting.
Pastel painting size: 12x9 inches
Framed size: 17x14 inches
This pastel painting is framed in a black transitional wooden frame using museum glass which is the finest glass you can buy. It has virtually no reflection and a UV protection.
Rocky with a Bit of Red
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Inspired by a recent trip to the Galapagos Islands. I loved the rocky shore juxtaposed with the red vegetation and the bright blue of the sea in this little pastel painting.
Pastel painting size: 11x14 inches
Framed size: 16 x19 inches
This pastel painting is framed in a black transitional wooden frame using museum glass which is the finest glass you can buy. It has virtually no reflection and a UV protection.
Decisive Action
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While visiting Killarney, Ireland I had only one beautiful morning to visit a small area of the park. I flew out the door of the hotel to see as much as possible before I had to leave. This painting was inspired by the experience, which was a great way to spend a morning on a walk by myself.
Oil painting size: 36x36 inches
This painting is on gallery wrapped canvas and ready to hang.
The Loner
This oil painting was inspired by a gorgeous tree that I have painted multiple times. This painting is oil on canvas, framed in a black floater frame and is 20x20 inches. With the frame it is 21x21 inches in size.
Spokes-Autumn
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This painting is 36 x 24 inches and is framed in a silver leaf, all wood frame. The glass used is museum glass, which has virtually no reflection and a UV protection.
Shadows of Another Time
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Oil painting inspired by a location close to my home. I was moved by the shadow of a large tree that looks almost like a path into the snowy woods.
Oil on canvas: 24x24 inches
Framed in a black floater frame: 25x25 inches with frame
Shadows of Another Time #2
Small pastel painting of snow.
Pastel painting size:8x8 inches
Framed size: 14x14
Framed in a black wooden plein air style frame. Glazed with museum glass which is the finest glass on the market. It has almost no reflection and a UV protection.
Shadowed Path
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Oil painting of a heavily shadowed path inspired by one of my hikes.
Oil painting on canvas: 24x24 inches
Framed in a black floater frame: 25x25 inches
Look Deeper
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This pastel painting was inspired by an area on the path where I frequently walk. The view only looks like this when the trees have few or no leaves and the sun is bright. It is perfect for a large narrower space.
Pastel painting size: 40x24 inches
Framed size: 46x30 inches
Framed in a black wooden contemporary style frame. Glazed with museum glass which is the finest glass on the market. It has almost no reflection and a UV protection.
Among Friends
This pastel painting is inspired by my walks in the woods. I enjoy picturing trees as friends and it fascinates me to know that they actually do communicate with one another through their root systems. The colors of this piece are peaceful and the application of pastel is delicate which adds to the tranquil nature of the final painting.
The painting is framed using museum glass, which is the best glass that you can purchase. It has virtually no reflection and a u/v protection. The frame is a silver-leaf wide solid wooden frame.
Pastel painting size: 14"x11"
Framed size: 20"x17"
Light and Shadow
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Inspired by my walks in the woods, this painting is all about the play of shadows as the sun filters through the leaves of the trees that shelter the walking path. This oil painting is framed in a black "floater" style frame and is ready to hang.
Oil painting size: 24"x24"
Framed size approximately: 25"x25"
Facing West On Stage
Facing West-On Stage is a pastel painting that won a prestigious Best of Show award in a national juried exhibition. I was inspired to make a painting of this scene because of the way that the sun was hitting the beautifully sculptural tree.
Pastel painting size: 36x24 inches
Framed size: 42x30
Framed in a silver wooden plein air style frame. Glazed with museum glass which is the finest glass on the market. It has almost no reflection and a UV protection.
Coming to Life
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There is a home along the path where I frequently walk that had a beautiful backyard. There are flowers blooming there during most of the year. It is lovely to see what is going to bloom next. This oil painting was inspired by that location.
Oil painting size: 24x24 inches
Framed size: 25x25 inches
Framed in black floater style frame and ready to hang.
Clouds
During a visit to the western part of the United States, the sky captivated me. Making this pastel painting brought back lovely memories.
Pastel painting size: 13x23
Framed size: 19x29
Framed in a silverwooden plein air style frame. Glazed with museum glass which is the finest glass on the market. It has almost no reflection and a UV protection.
Afternoon Shadows
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Inspired by walks near my studio, this scene is all about the light and shadows that were cast by the afternoon sun on a gorgeous day. This 24"x24" oil painting is framed in a black floater frame and ready to hang in your home or office environment.
Oil painting size: 24"x24"
Framed size: Approximately 25.5" x 25.5"
This Way #2
This painting is an example of a pastel piece where I was dipping my toes into abstraction. The colors and the painting are not realistic, but it is definitely representational. I love the vibrant colors and the bold shapes in this pastel piece which is framed in a wide black frame using museum glass. Museum glass is the best glass on the market, and provides virtually no reflection and a U/V protection.
Pastel painting size: 11"x11"
Framed size: Approximately 15"x15"
A Different Perspective
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There is a tree not far from my home that I have painted many, many times. In this painting, I decided to focus on what was in close proximity to "my" tree because I was fascinated with the patterns of light and dark in the composition. This pastel painting is framed and ready to hang.
Pastel painting size: 8"x8"
Framed size: 14"x14"
Compliments of the Day
An oil painting inspired by an autumn day along the path close to my home. This painting is a great example of the fun shadows that I encounter on the path throughout the year. I never tire of the interesting play of light and shadow in nature.
This painting is unframed and ready for you to frame in any way that matches your decor.
Oil painting size: 20x20 inches