Wine of the Mystic

Taken from the title of Paramahansa Yogananda's interpretation of ''The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam, this drink refers to Spiritual Wisdom that make the seeker 'drunk with ecstasy'.  That's my kind of wine press!

Heart of Gold

This painting was an attempt to simplify a busy bunch of Freesia flowers.  I set them in strong morning light.   I hope you can almost smell their aroma!
 Heart of Gold 8'' x 16'' Oil on Canvas

Seduction

The fields where the poppies hide have 'called my name' a number of times since I first saw them.  I hope there will be some stray blooms when our group is there mid-June.  By necessity, I have become pretty satisfied with painting them, and letting my imagination go for a walk.
11''x 14''

Koi Garden

Here are the three paintings as they will look when framed as a triptych.  I've enjoyed the way these came together:  three different compositions that found their way to swim as one. 

Fairy Tail

Here's #3 in the Koi series.  Like all the 'fish' in my life, I have enjoyed being with them.
These will be displayed in an Oak Craftsman style frame, as a triptych, at Craftsman Revival in Solana Beach.  Tomorrow I'll post them side by side by side.

  8''x 8'' Oil on Gessobord

Basketful of Spring

Fresias and Pansies are calling out 'Spring!' in my yard.   They demanded to be painted on this glorious day.
8''x 8'' Oil on panel. $175

Circle Game

This circle composition shows that landscape formats can be used in many ways.  Abstract designs or fish need some structure, too!