Powell Butte

Pretty Day in Powell Butte, no clouds and almost 60.

Herd has been moved up to fields above canal.

This guy was watching me.  Does he know he will be in the freezer next month?

There are also 2 new grand kittys, one for Liv and one for Auggie.  This is as of yet un-named number 2, about two pounds now but he has huge feet. He already knows the good hiding places so he may survive the owls I hope! :(

Roller Skates and Buffalo

    Round up at Powell Butte Bison Ranch will be next weekend and there's lots of preparations under way.  Hope there is time to take a few pictures.  I was recently reminded of the song, "Can't Roller Skate In A Buffalo Herd." I agree.

Image; Art Card Edition, 2.5 x 3.5in  'Powell Butte Bison Ranch'  .collected

Sandy Fundraiser

The Daily Paint Works site has already raised nearly $3000 for the victims of Sandy.  I just entered this small abstract to the auction; all proceeds will go to Sandy victims and all you have to do is go to the auction site via the little widget in the side bar or use this direct link> Sandy Auction.Carrie's painting and bid.  There are close to 200 paintings already so I'm sure you will find something you like. Thanks!

Barn Sketch

Quick little barn sketch, color added later.  Working on a larger piece too but I haven't photgraphed it yet.

It's Been A Busy Summer

 One of the best and most fun events in Portland this summer was family weekend at the Portland Art Museum, Artists from the Rental Sales Gallery painted out all around the museum. There were crowds of interested and curious onlookers. It was a wonderful sunny day, warm, and the park was full of happy artists to experience it. I couldn't resist doing a couple quick sketches myself while visiting with friends.

Mt Hood Plein Air Sketching

Had a chance to do a little sketching from Beth Verhayden's back yard view and I couldn't pass it up. It's the peak of summer and there is less snow and noticeable aerial perspective.  Just a quick sketch for now.  I'd like a larger one someday.

Gone to A New Home

The Painting, 'Columbia Street' has gone off to a new home.  I'm sure they will be happy together! (New owner pictured with her new painting.)

Head Hunter

Watercolor  8 x 8in.  titled 'Head Hunter'

Strawberries and Roses

I picked roses from my Niece's yard and put them in a little retro bottle. I wanted to practice drawing roses so I thought small ones would be easier.  My niece also processed 3 flats of strawberries but saved some fresh ones for strawberry shortcake over homemade biscuits. Yum! Feels like summer is here!