A Stroll through Kauffman Garden

 

The cannas are putting on a show at the Kauffman Memorial Garden, and I am happy to paint it with a few artist friends today!  Taking a break from framing artwork for an upcoming show, I just couldn't resist the chance to paint here again.  I've not seen the cannas blooming here before - and they grabbed my attention immediately. I dreaded seeing the entrance with the stately old trees removed, but found the area charming, with a replanting of my favorite redbud trees in their place.  Flanked by rows of vivid blooms, the space really was much improved.  The music of the fountain had me longing to repair my own.  I didn't realize how much I miss the trickling water.  In this canna bed were white narrow leaf zinnias which looked like daisies, starclusters, and tropical milkweed - three flowers I couldn't identify without Google lens! I LOVE learning something new while out painting something I love!  Painting number 4990 in 4990 days. 

Afternoon on Walnut

SOLD

 

It's great to be painting in Lakeside again - and the weather is absolutely perfect!  Returning to Walnut, I am looking towards the lake for this view, and sketching on ink and watercolor.  It's fun to visit with all the friendly people as they walk by.  I hope to do several more paintings in this charming downtown before leaving! This painting will be at the Wet Paint Sale on Sunday, down by the lake, near the Pavilion here in Lakeside, Ohio. Painting number 5100 in 5100 days. 

Stiefel Theatre Inked

What a treat to have an extra day to paint in Salina!  The architecture of this Watson Theatre Building is more complicated than I thought it would be at first glance.  Though it is a chilly, windy day, it feels warm in the sun as I sketch the lines of this building.  As I work on this busy downtown street, there is a constant stream of people filing into the Little Italy restaurant for dine in and take out.  The wonderful aroma coming from that kitchen drove me crazy!  I'm working on this as I wait for the sun to go down - I want to do a nocturne or two while I'm here on this street.  Painting number 3322 in 3322 days. This ink drawing is now showing at the Salina Art Center Gallery on Santa Fe, Salina, Kansas. 

Old Fashioned Peonies

These old fashioned peonies have been in my family for three generations, so far.  This August, I will make sure to share them with my children.  I love the fancy frills and sweet aroma about them!  I painted them a few days ago in oils, but am not quite happy with them. So, I decided to try them in ink and watercolor today for that airy light that only watercolor delivers.  With the heavy rains we're having, I hope they last a while longer for me!  Painting number 3053 in 3053 days.