Thursday, July 25, 2013

Growing Old With You

Hello again!

Don't these guys look like they are so comfortable together? Years of togetherness and unconditional support and partnership...

This painting is something a little different for me. It's a study of light and simple brushstrokes. The reference photo came from the Wetcanvas' Reference Library (the most wonderful copyright free library, available for artists)

I really enjoyed doing this piece and would like to try another study. Quick little 6x6 piece.

Sunday, July 21, 2013

Shade Garden

Well here's a garden that I never show and tend to neglect with the watering, because it's so shady.

Thank you so much for dropping by. Please come visit again, soon.

Saturday, July 20, 2013

Growing on Tom...

Lookin' good, huh? There are a few of these clusters on Big Tom, the tomato plant.

It was a early and unexpected long ride back up to camp at Winthrop, Maine but it was worth it. I am glad to have Meredith home and I can stop worrying.

AND as a bonus, it was such a great treat to sneak a hug and kiss with Laura. She's having a great time at camp and I could see it all over her face. I swear she looked older and her beautiful hair looked longer, trailing behind her as she ran up to us. She's definitely staying at camp for the full two weeks! Sigh.......

Friday, July 19, 2013

Bloooooomin' Tropics!

More tropical hibiscus to go with the tropical heatwave we're havin'!

I love the duel colors on the hibiscus with the braided trunk :D .

Thursday, July 18, 2013

Tom and Me - We've Gotten So Close!!!

In height, that is!

Thought it would be interesting to show how big Tom is, the tomato plant from the windowsill! He is almost 5ft tall!!! (Remember the picture I posted a few days ago?)

Here's a better idea of how big he actually is. I am 5'10"... He's up to my chin!

Remember the passion flower seeds from a few months ago? I was lucky and grew more than 10 plants! Most of them are planted in the backyard. I plopped this one and another one into flower pots so I can bring them inside, this fall. Hoping the ones planted in the ground survive the brutal cold weather this winter but incase they don't, I will have a couple saved inside for next year.

These pictures were taken while doing some weeding, early this morning. Already sweaty, yucky and hot.