Ancestry Study 1

Another study in the ancestry series. As to my prior posts of the 'birch trees", a friend informed me that they are actually aspen trees. For a country girl like me that's not good. Live and learn. I worked with the Pan Pastels on this one.

Ancestry 2 study

The rock formations on this beach reminded me of our ancestors. I thought that perhaps they were around when the dinosaurs roamed the world. They were certainly large enough. I worked with Pan Pastels.

Birch Trees

Another image of the birch trees surrounded by tall redwoods. If I have given the wrong name for the trees let me know. What drew me to this scene was the light hitting the trees. Pam and I frequently stop during our trips to allow me to sketch, paint or make pictures with my camera. She likes to make pictures herself and has a better eye than I.

Wave Formations

A wave study done with Pan Pastels. Pam commented "your impression" when she saw me working on this piece. I felt trance like while painting that day. Cool air, fog and the ocean will do that to you.

Sunset

Sunset in Fort Bragg, California. I have painted its various stages many times. On this particular day the fog bank had receded to give us a nice view of the sunset. As the sun set the fog bank was coming back in. That scene inspired this piece.

Downpours

I think I need to call this one in progress. I thought it was done but changed my mind after posting. This from my friend Judy's trip out to the West Texas area.

A Glimmer of Light

The photo that inspired this painting was taken during our trip up to Leggett, CA. There were patches of birch trees amongst the redwoods. The light was limited and delicate.