One of the most beautiful structure in nature is the skeleton of a winter tree. It is only after the leaves … More
Tag: Cook County Forest Preserves
Woodland Birds
Last weekend while hiking, I came upon some benches that had walnuts on them. I did not put them there. … More
Country Lane Woods on Thanksgiving Day
I took a 2 hour hike at Country Lane Woods on Thanksgiving morning and was very thankful I did (get it, … More
Mighty Oak Watercolor
Over the weekend as I went hiking, I came upon this beautiful specimen. Isn’t it mighty? Even with absolutely no leaves … More
Spinning Oak Leaves Sketch
This morning I was fascinated with the simple act of falling leaves. I had a mouth dropping discovery. Stopped at a red … More
White Oak Sketch aka I don’t Fit In Sketch
After work I stopped at the Palos Woods North and just sat in the parking lot. I stepped out of … More
See Me at the Little Red Schoolhouse Art Show
Hello Nature Friends! Next Sunday from 9-5pm, October 4th, I will be at the Little Red Schoolhouse Art Show which … More
Let’s Paint Woodland Berries!
Cool Beans here we go, we’re about to paint the woodland berries we found at the McLaughry Spring Woods using … More
Woodland Berries in September
Oh BOY! I love finding berries! I also love eating berries, but only from the grocery store (blackberries, blueberries, and … More
Let’s Paint Storm Over Orland Grasslands!
Do you remember a few days ago when I caught an awesome picture of a passing storm over the Orland … More