1101 Seat Taken

 This was my last chance to paint the marigolds I grew from life.  It was really hard to say goodbye to them as they were so brilliant.  The chair is one I painted several years ago, modified in this painting.  In reality, every surface of the chair is painted with a design, but I felt too many details would take away the focus of the marigolds.  I'm very happy with this painting. but I am NOT falling in love with it because that is "the kiss of death" for a painting, as a wise former mentor would say.

https://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/diane-campion/1101-seat-taken/945114

1098 Dancing Cheek to Cheek

 I had to get one more nasturtium painting in before the garden is put to bed for the winter.  I am collecting seeds from the nasturtiums with the hope of growing them again next year.  They are such a happy flower and bring me joy.

https://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/diane-campion/1098-dancing-cheek-to-cheek/940527

1052 Merrily, Merrily, Merrily

 Slowly but surely, and with lots of practice, I am letting loose of old habits and embracing some new techniques for my paintings.  I have always painted what I see, but in this case, the pitcher and cup were white and the vase was mostly dark blue.  I keep thinking of Chicago local artist/mentor and teacher, Steve Puttrich's saying, "It's a poem, not a police report."  I love that idea,  and repeat it to myself often when I find myself getting too fussy.

So what do you think?

https://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/diane-campion/1052--merrily-merrily-merrily/903672

1015 Only Time Will Tell

 I am away from home and have had to scrounge for still life props.  Everything in the house we are renting is beach related.  A visit to an antique store proved to be very worthwhile.  Stay tuned.

https://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/diane-campion/1015-only-time-will-tell/862816

1012 Three's a Crowd

 I am preparing for the summer gallery season, and this little painting at 6" x 6" x 1.5" fits right in with the "Taking Flight" show.  Nest painting is lots of fun, and very liberating.

https://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/diane-campion/1012-threes-a-crowd/858121