SUNSET POND

The magenta sunset makes what could have been a common place composition more intriguing. I start off by applying the magenta as my background color. Two shades of blue & green to indicate the shapes of the evergreen & meadow. White on top of magenta works out beautifully!

SUMMER COLORS

Sweeping horizon from my window…taking in the untainted air, unadorned view of my mountain.

SUMMER LIGHTS

This sketch started out at sunset. I dont usually sit down with paints till I can abstract a scene. It got dark, & the delightful fire flies came out with the sky full of stars. I layered on  some pastel to break up the dark shape. The last stage of using my imagination is usually the most fun. I've always prefer to study sketches for the more unfinished look, more exciting for the viewer??