Snow Scene Art

Since the snow came so early this year, it brought down some of the fall leaves and made this pretty scene. I particularly love the yellow-greens mixed with the pale grays of slushy snow. Here are more pictures around the…

Snow Debris

Although the snow came down in a light dust yesterday, it persisted, accumulating as the hours of the day passed. Temperatures fluctuated above and below freezing, which caused the snow to melt and freeze again, becoming wet and heavy. This…

More Snow Scenes

Although snow piled up throughout the day, it was very light and some melted. Nonetheless, an inch or so accumulated for a very pretty scene.

Vista Watercolor

Vista--abstract landscape watercolor

Abstract landscape watercolor with pigment ink touches. Close-ups:

First Snow of the Season

A very delicate and persistent snowfall started just after 8 o’clock this morning. As usual, it comes with a quieter, more peaceful atmosphere since people tend to stay in. It’s a bit early for the first snow of the season…

Holiday Lights!

Christmas lights

With Christmas lights and a few sparkly ornaments in my living room windows, I now feel ready for the holidays. I wish you all a wonderful Thanksgiving, Christmas, and any other holiday you may be celebrating! This is my favorite…

Nature’s Frozen Art

With freezing temperatures at night, I found this pretty display under a thin sheet of ice in a bucket I had sitting outside.

Fall Color

Temperatures have dropped and with it the leaves, and fall colors have made an appearance. This pretty begonia is still blooming away and will likely continue until the frost gets it.

Summer Garden Bouquets

I love bringing flowers in from the garden and I particularly love the fullness hydrangeas bring to a bouquet with just a few stems. Here’s a simple blue mophead hydrangea bouquet: This lovely bouquet includes blue and purple mophead hydrangeas,…

Summer Garden

After years of preparing, planting, and tending, the garden is starting to take shape. It is so very satisfying to watch plants grow, fill in empty spaces, and flower throughout the seasons. Favorites from the front yard include deep orange…

North Creek Trail—Mill Creek, WA

The North Creek Trail runs along side the Mill Creek Town Center. It’s a nice walk through dense trees and along side the creek as well as multiple duck ponds. The trees are so dense, you forget you’re right next…

Nicholas in the Garden

Nicholas taking a little romp through the garden, enjoying the sunshine and fresh air.