It's March and it's still raining!  This has been the wettest and coldest winter I have experienced in Central Coast California.  Last week the cherry blossoms and plum blossoms started making a glorious display on the bare trees, so I feel that spring is on its way.  All this new growth inspires me, and although the studio has been cold, I have been excited to start some new pieces which I will share with you in my next blog.  I also have been in an invitational show at the Pajaro Valley Arts Council Gallery in Watsonville, CA. Take Aways:Art To Go! is an annual invitational exhibit which features sixty-seven of the county's most notable artists.  I am so pleased to have been included in the show this year!  The closing reception is Sunday, March 10, 2pm-4pm at 37 Sudden Street, Watsonville, CA.

At this time of year, I always look forward to welcoming old friends and new to my studio.  This weekend, October 21 and 22, will be the final weekend of Open Studios in Santa Cruz County.  My studio will be open both days from 11am to 5pm. I am showing Pastels, Oil Paintings, Prints and Cards.  

I hope you will take some time out to relax and enjoy viewing paintings in my peaceful country studio.  

Open Studios begins in less than two weeks.  Here is my working table with pastel sticks and works in progress.  The weather is beautiful, and I am enjoying finishing these pieces. By the time you come to visit me for Open Studios, the table will be clear so we will have a place to sit and chat. I'm looking forward to seeing you in my serene country studio!