Brigsby

10 x 8

Oil on Wrapped Canvas

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Brigsby is a sweet little mixed breed that I could not resist painting.  I only get to see him when he visits his Grandmommy in Pines Lake.

Quiet Day on the Lake

 

 

8 x 10 Oil

on Canvas Panel

 

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This is one of the many lakeside views we get to enjoy everyday.   Since our lake does not allow gas powered motors, there are plenty of battery powered pontoon boats.  No pollution and no noise!  I feel it captures the peaceful serenity which is so relaxing and inviting here in Pines Lake.

 



Daisies and Grapes

8 x 10

Oil on Canvas Panel

 

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I've been out of town lately and had no opportunity to paint even though I had my new EASyL and paints with me.  But now that I'm back for a while in my comfy studio, I thought I would jump back in and see what happens.  With no ideas in mind and absolutely no set up for inspiration, I started with a limited palette of Indian Yellow, Ultramarine Blue, Alizaron Crimson, Diox Purple,White and just a touch of Shiva Ice Blue.  Turned on some music (I must dance whilst I paint!),  put brush to canvas and followed my muse.  I'm happy with the outcome.  Hope you are, too.

 

 

Snow Ball Hydrangeas

 

5x7

Oil on Canvas Panel

 

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Third installment of holiday images.  I like the red glass candle holders I've used so far and their warm reflections.   

Christmas Trimmings

11x14

Oil on Panel

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This is an updated version of an earlier piece in a series of holiday settings. Had a lot of fun capturing the translucence of the red hurricane vase. I decided at the last minute to add a little life in the form of the purple ribbon.

Holiday Red

 

8 x 10

Oil on Canvas Panel

 

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Holiday spirit is starting to take over my thoughts.  With decorating to do, entertaining to plan and helping Santa and his elves along the way, I felt this fit my mood perfectly!  It's always nice to decorate for the holidays with something new - like, maybe a painting!

 



Beer and Pretzels

11 x 14

Oil on Linen Panel

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It's getting to be that time of year again for colorful falling leaves, cozy sweaters and crackling fires.  Beer and Pretzels is an autumn themed still life with pumpkin ale, pretzels and mini pumpkins that suggests kicking back with friends while cheering on your favorite team. 





Maddie

 

 

8x10 Oil on

Canvas Panel

 

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Private Collection

This is a painting of my great-niece, Maddie, flying her kite.  My nephew, Tim, who is a fantastic photographer took this with his phone camera.  I had a great time creating this motion portrait of such a sweet little girl.  I decided to add in the sweeps of color to add to the feeling of being in motion, and I'm very pleased with it.

 



Abstract Floral - Water Lilies

 

5x7 Oil

on Canvas Panel

It's funny how paintings can turn out.  This is a floral abstract originally painted in vertical format.  But when I turned it horizontally, the image reminded me of the infamous Monet's Water Lilies. So this is my interpretation of that painting. (Pardonnez-moi, s'il vous plait, Monsieur Monet...).

 

Summer's Bounty Remembered

7 x 5

Oil on Canvas Panel

 

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This cute little 7x5 painting will be a fond remembrance of all of the lush flowering plants that grace our home. Between the two of us, my husband, Dieter, is the avid gardener.  I lost any chance of that title when a few years ago I was pulling what I believed to be weeds... only to hear, "What did you do?! Those aren't weeds, they're flowers coming up!"  Oops... 

 

 

 



Hole in One - North Jersey Country Club 7th Hole

16 x 20

Oil on Canvas

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Private Collection

Giclee Prints Available upon Request

This is the hole where my husband, Dieter Baars, made a Hole in One on July 4, 2011.  I am so proud of him.

I've been working and focusing on this for several weeks without starting any other paintings.  It time I get back to work on both my painting and my golf game...!

Sunflowers and Oranges

14x11 Oil on

Linen Panel
 

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This is another study created from a Nancy Medina workshop in Texas.  I worked and re-worked it until it spoke to me and said, "Enough already!"  

Red Gerbera Daisy

11x14 Oil on

Canvas Panel

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Shades of Blue Hydrangeas

14x11 Oil on

Canvas Panel

 

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Shades of blue and lavender hydrangeas is a study I did at a workshop by Nancy Medina in Texas earlier this year.  

 

 



Sunflowers and Friends

20x16 Oil on

Canvas Wrap

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Pick Me!

5 x 7 Oil
on Canvas Panel

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Red Cabin

 

5x7 Oil

on Canvas Panel

 

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End of Summer

5 x 7 Oil
on Canvas

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At the end of Summer there is a quiet stillness in the air around Pines Lake. 

The air is cooler, kids go back to school, and summer vacations are fond memories. 

Soon the trees will turn brilliant shades of red and gold. 

 

This is the view from our backyard and today I felt compelled to capture it on canvas. Perhaps when the trees are bare and the ground is frozen, this will be a warm reminder of summers past.

Sunny Daze

7 x 5 Oil
on Canvas Panel

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Today's rain seemed to be a good time to paint Sunny Daze. The day started out rather bleak, but when I finished my sunflowers, the sun came out and now we have a sunny day, which put me in a sunny daze!