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Lake Kathrine Spring Sketch

Posted on May 21, 2011 by Christine

Lake Kathrine Spring watercolor sketch Tender. Tender is the color of spring. Tender is the touch of the gentle breeze on my cheek. Tender are the babies which are born. Tender are the blossoms: pink, white, and blue. Do you know what’s not tender… Continue Reading “Lake Kathrine Spring Sketch”

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Snow Flurry Sketch

Posted on January 9, 2011 by Christine

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Not feeling well, but desperately wanting to sketch, I stopped by Lake Katherine to do a quick one while sitting in my car. The snow was falling at different rates; sometimes slow and then all of a sudden quick and hurried, just to return to a… Continue Reading “Snow Flurry Sketch”

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Alder Tree Sketch

Posted on July 6, 2010 by Christine

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This is a European Alder tree, Alnus glutinosa, growing along side of Lake Katherine. What caught my attention was the fruits growing near the top. From a distance, I thought they were berries however, when I inspected them up close, I found some neat… Continue Reading “Alder Tree Sketch”

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Hike & Sketch at Lake Katherine

Posted on June 8, 2010 by Christine

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Today I had the chance to be at Lake Katherine in Palos Heights, IL. It has been raining for hours, but does that make nature any less desireable? Why, of corse not! Quite the opposite actually, less people and more wildlife! I sat under… Continue Reading “Hike & Sketch at Lake Katherine”

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Lake Katherine and Heron Sketch

Posted on August 23, 2009 by Christine

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I try to take my sketching supplies where ever I go. I have a canvas bag that I keep in the car. I don’t always have time, nor do I feel like painting everyday, but it’s there just in case. On a quick visit… Continue Reading “Lake Katherine and Heron Sketch”

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