Eagle Eyes

"Eagle Eyes"

Original Oil Painting

30" x 30"

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Eagles are so intense! When I look at those eyes, I instantly flash back to my teenage years when I would come home late and mom would be standing at the top of the stairs waiting... Yikes!

Did you know? 

Bald eagles are believed to mate for life. A pair constructs an enormous stick nest—one of the bird-world's biggest—high above the ground and tends to a pair of eggs each year. The largest bald eagle nest on record was 9.5 ft wide and 20 ft high. It weighed more than two tons! 

With a wing span of up to 8 ft, a white capped head and tail feathers, such a magnificent, regal stance, the eagle is the proud national bird representing the United States of America.

Personally, I think the Eagle is a great example for us to follow...Stick with your mate, work hard to build a solid home, and take care of business! ; ) 

I will close with one of my favorite bible quotes. Isaiah 40:31

Moose Country

"Moose Country"

Original Oil Painting

30" x 30"

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I was so going to title this one "Moosterpiece"...but I refrained. : )

This painting gives you a little glimpse into my back yard. The place where you have to watch your step while going on walks, as there are piles of moose droppings pretty much everywhere. We have seen many moose throughout the years up here in the mountains and always get that sense of awe and wonder whenever we spot one. On one occasion though the feeling was more like gasps of terror... 

Our youngest daughter Evelyn was probably 6 years old at the time. She was standing with our dog at the end of our driveway when suddenly there was a rumbling sound and the ground began to shake. My husband was standing on the deck next to the house and looked up to see a magnificently huge moose, (much like the one in my painting), charging up the road and heading straight for Evelyn!  The dog began barking wildly as Evelyn stood frozen with fear. Her dad was yelling for her to run into the yard as he jumped over the railing of the deck to rescue her. As he was running toward her all he could think was "What an amazing looking moose... that I cannot let trample my kid!" Everything happened so quickly and for whatever reason, just before the moose reached our daughter, he peeled off to the left and tromped down the trail into the woods behind our house. Talk about a close call being a little too close to home!

Of course we can laugh about it now, and will always have that "remember the time you were almost trampled by a moose?" story. 

Living in the woods is definitely an interesting adventure and has provided us with many exciting memories.

: )

Reverence

"Reverence"

30" x 30"

in Oil on Museum Quality Panel

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One of God's majestic creatures perched high upon a cliff surveying the valley below. Is he marveling in awe struck wonder at the beautiful scenic view? Or is he contemplating the options on the lunch menu for the day? Hmmmm....

Sun Gazing

Sun Gazing

12" x 12" 

in Oil on Museum Quality Panel

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There is a field of sunflowers along the highway just North of Spokane with thousands of sunflowers as far as the eye can see. Their golden faces smiling brightly in the warm glow of the summer sun. Actually I learned that while the sunflower is in the bud stage it tends to track the movement of the sun. But once the flowers open they always face East, some say this is to protect the sunflower kernel from scalding in the hot sun. I say, who doesn't love the feel of the warm sun on your back? : )

Because the sunflower has almost human like qualities it was a favorite subject to paint among some of the famous Europeans artists such as Van Gogh and Picasso. I like to paint them because they are so cheerful and happy!

I just happened to receive TWO beautiful bouquets of sunflowers this week...one from my hunk of a husband and another from my sweet sister. I am feeling the love!

Have a Beautiful Day!

But I always think that the best way to know God is to love many things.

Vincent Van Gogh

True Blue

"True Blue"

8" x 8" 

in Oil on Museum Quality Panel

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This is the latest painting in the series I am doing featuring small hometown America. My little tribute to all the hardworking farmers who put their heart, sweat, and soul into providing nourishing food to the people of our country. I would like to shout out a big "Thank You" to all the farmers out there who are standing up to Monsanto and fighting to keep GMO's out of our food. 

Please support your local farmers!

Bountiful Harvest

"Bountiful Harvest"

Original Oil Painting

8" x 8"

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It's that time of year again...when all the wheat fields in the valleys surrounding us are being harvested. I just love the amazing contrast of colors in the light golden wheat against the dark soil and the blue sky. 

It's also the season of change as my husband likes to point out "the glow" from the warm pink hue that fills the air. The days are getting shorter and the mornings a little crisper. Recently while crossing the street I noticed a bright red leaf laying in the cross walk, which means that fall is quickly sneaking up on us. Time to break out the sweaters, pumpkin candles, and apple cider! It's also a great time to count your blessings and share your abundance with those in need.  : )

“It's not how much we give but how much love we put into giving.” 
― Mother Teresa

"Fruit of the Spirit"

"Fruit of the Spirit"

12" x 12" 

in Oil on Museum Quality Panel

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Galatians 5:22-23

 …the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. 

There is so much negativity surrounding us these days. The news and social media bombard us on a daily basis and it can really make a person feel hopeless and helpless. 

I personally would like to stay focused on the positive and surround myself, my friends, and my family with words and actions that speak of encouragement and hope. If each of us did our small part every day the world would have to be a better place.

Wishing you a beautiful day!