Let’s Paint an Old Barn and Red Clover!

This is Illinois countryside. My cousin took this picture while a storm was approaching a few months ago. I love it. It … More

Sketchbook Hiking: McClaughrey VIDEO

Do you want to go on a hike with me at McClaughrey Springs Woods? We’ll find some woodland wildflowers and … More

Spring at Centennial Park Spring…new beginnings…tender…fresh…new life. Those are just a few words that come to mind when I … More

Little Red Schoolhouse Sketch Class April 2011 Amanda, Scott, Michelle, Amy, Lori, Alanna (kneeling), myself, and Sue Wow! What a … More

McClaughry Springs Woods Bloodroot – watercolor and micron They’re hereeeee! It’s time for some spring wildflowers boys and girls. Get … More

Last Friday I had the chance for a quick escape. I am always amazed at how quickly my mood can … More

Well, this year I have not noticed any migrating birds at my feeder yet. Humf. Looking through my sketchbook, I could … More

03-26-2011 25°F cloudy, cold, windy We take a short hike on the White Oak Trail before we paint, even though … More

A reprieve from winter, a welcomed mild day…how lovely! Yesterday I made a quick stop at Arrowhead Lake. The sun, … More

My crooked eared little kitty closes her eyes, nods her head, purrs ever so softly, and falls fast asleep. rumble … More