The cemetery guaranteed a quiet visit. I parked on the side of the road and found myself under a tangled … More
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East Branch DuPage River Watercolor Sketch
East Branch DuPage River Churchill Woods 40°F Calm A mild temperature cultivates an ideal setting for wildlife. There seems to … More
Melting Snow at Crabapple Lake Watercolor
Crabapple Lake Morton Arboretum Lisle, IL The midday sun did its best to melt the snow, But only the hilltops … More
Rainy Autumn Morning Watercolor
Raindrops pummeling onto the concrete outside my window awakens me from a deep sleep. My eyes open, but I do … More
Clarity in the Clearing – CITW Part 3 Final
I woke on my second day to bird chatter. At the feeder, 4 house sparrows (♂♀), 3 black capped chickadees, … More
Stormy Welcome, CITW Part 2
Arriving on the first day, I was greeted by a gentle storm. I love storms. I love the excitement and … More
Sultry Summer Sketch
With a burning 93 degree hot sun on hot skin turning red, shelter was a must. Without it this sketch … More
Scrawny Pine Watercolor Sketch
The section of park that grows wild and free gets my attention. Meandering through the field, I’m delighted by a … More
Golden Field Watercolor Sketch
7-12-15 84°F Sun Sticky, uncomfortable, and it’s a full fledged war against mosquitoes. The sun is brilliant but hot. I … More
Robin’s Miracle Watercolor Sketch
Amazing work, that’s done by hand less wonders. So graceful the bed which to incubate life. I’m in awe. This … More