Pretty in purple

Did you ever notice how much purple is in nature?!? It is everywhere! Our eyes get used to it though and we just forget to "see" it. That's why I love studying a picture when I paint. It reminds me to stop and see the colors. Living in Washington, I need this little reminder: )

Colorless watercolor

Ok, ok, so it's all black & white, but what a great study of values and contrast! I loved doing this one. Great photo. Adorable young love. Happy marriage to you two!!! (Look close, her bouquet is all vintage jewelry or something...wish I knew the stories behind that special piece)

Happy Anniversary

Another happy marriage. I pray it continues for many more years!!

Bogey

Pets...I love 'em! This little guy isn't my pet, but I understand the sentiment that goes along with loving and losing a precious pet. This is a good reminder to me to paint a pic of my precious babies (I have 2 dogs & a cat currently, but we're soon adding another pup to our family)

Pretty little shadows house

Shadows are some of my favorite things to paint. Every time I paint shadows I am reminded of how we need shadows in life  to remind us of the presence of the sun. 

Super gorgeous people

I loved this portrait. These people are stunning and look so happy! I don't know them, but I pray for them to have a marriage as beautiful as they are.

Wedding watercolor

This was from a photo that a client sent me. I love the blurry background next to the detailed flowers. I can almost smell those roses! 

50th on the Lake

My parents stayed in this Chicago hotel on their honeymoon. The hotel no longer exists, but I found a vintage postcard and did this watercolor for them. They're so cute, but my dad looks underwhelmed in this picture...I think they liked it?!?