Family Christmas Trees

I simply LOVE painting Christmas!  Family Tree Nursery is so welcoming to us artists, allowing us to come set up and paint their Christmas magic.  Surrounded by all things Christmas, I positioned myself with a view of the fireplace, nestled in the decorated trees.  It was so nice to visit with shoppers and the friendly staff while I painted.  It really feels like Christmas when I'm immersed in a place like this, with my paints.  I really love painting during the holidays!  Painting number 3251 in 3251 days. 

Winter Magic

I love the unexpected beauty of inclement weather!  Be it ice storm, blizzard or the colorful skies in the proximity of tornados, I am mesmerized by them!  On our last ice day, I think I painted three paintings before stopping to eat!  With each one, my emphasis is finding the colors in such a landscape.  It's been years since we had ice, so I really have to get out there and explore it while I it lasts!  The very next day, all it takes is a little sun, and the winter wonderland melts away!  Painting number 1871 in 1871 days.