Flowers for 2014 & a giveaway

 After a busy Christmas with family, getting back to painting just in time for getting back to work! I think there might be something wrong with that?

Thought it would be a nice way to start the new year with a giveaway!
Leave a comment and I will do a random draw for a print of this new painting.

All the best in 2014 to everyone who has followed the blog and those who stumble upon it.

 These two are buddies snuggled up in front of the wood stove. Total trust!





I finally got my wreath made, a neighbour gave me a bicycle rim which was perfect!

 We did make time for some walks to the beach close by, lovely soft light.

This new painting will be up on etsy shortly as a print.

More flowers this year and maybe trees. Note photo above, really enjoying the shape of the winter trees.

Finalizing seed orders dreaming of sweet peas....

Draw winner!!! Jack K
Please send me your mailing info and I will send the print off.
Thank you to all who entered may it be a creative year :)

Almost Christmas Holiday & Art Challenges

 For several art challenges, Spirit=Illustration Friday, Adagio for Artists in blogland one word challenge.

 Slow, slowing down and savouring the upcoming holiday.

 The origin of these pieces is Island Illustrators musical alphabet show which will be displayed in the Victoria Public Libraries rotating through the branches.

Only three more days of work and then holidays begin, looking forward to seeing lots of family and friends. Best Wishes to all :)

It's All About the Attitude

Attitude and Perspective?

A piece I am working on for an alphabet piece A is for Adagio why did I pick this......? Musical theme A is for Attitude is more fitting! I will post the final piece if it comes together.

Christmas Berry & Bough

 Pattern for Illustration Friday challenge & a little holiday joy

Christmas Wreath Refrain

Natural Christmas wreath, tried to refrain from the Christmas rush, with the children's programs at the library its a challenge! Crafts, storytimes and puppet plays......very busy weeks ahead then holidays! I am looking forward to family and rest. How about you?

Winter Colours to Cheer the Soul

Winter frosts call for rich colours, work has been hectic and finding time to paint at a premium. The garden is frosted so I am dreaming of spring, almost time to start seeds. Loving these rich reds and pinks planning on planting  Icelandic poppies and sweet peas soon.

Me and My Shadow?

Who knew a croc could make a good buddy? Mr Bear is not so sure about this......

Winter Color

Bouquet in season, lots of berries for the birds, maybe a Christmas Card? More seasonal than last week :)

A stretch for Illustration Friday Energy challenge but....berries are food for birds therefore their energy source!

Can you find the Joy?

This might be as close as I get to a Christmas card? Do you think it would work?

A Little Bird Whispered a Secret

A little bird told me a secret. I need to get some work done for the upcoming show! I have been busy trying to get some pieces finished for the show and hope to finally get some pieces posted to my etsy shop as well.