It is only November but the weather has become quite cold and December and Christmas are just around the corner. The title of this piece is taken from the book The Night Before Christmas has been a classic for decades. I have listened to it a little kid, I have read it to my children … Read More
A little King Charles Cavalier Spaniel with his expressive eyes, makes a wonderful companion.
Started plein air at VanDusen Botanical Gardens, and although impossible to get a Canadian Goose to stay still for long, I did manage to finish up the painting from a few sketches and photos.
Started plein air in VanDusen Botanical Gardens when the beautifully large sunflowers were in full bloom.
Lola is a very sweet friend of mine. Low and sturdy in stature she has a wonderful personality all her own.
This Long Black Neck Canada Goose struts with attitude across the grass. As she stretched her neck high, I caught the perfect photo of her in mid-stride.
Whether in large numbers or by themselves the crows are near too far away. In order to get a crow to pose for me I set out some bird food to entice interest from a crow. After about 4 hours the food was discovered and the crow took interest. A little hesitant at first she … Read More
“Can You Hear the Music?” was this year’s submission to BC Children’s Hospital for their Holiday Card program. I believe that this is the 22nd year I have participated in their fundraiser for the hospital.
Set against the vintage wallpaper background, the retro rotary dial phone has been witness to countless messages, tears and stories.
If there is one thing that I have learned is that everyone has a story and this vintage Royal typewriter has recorded many stories. I do a little writing myself and there are times when the perfect words fall out of the ether with almost no thinking about it. And other times, with … Read More