1070 For the Birds

 

The sunflowers on my roof are winding down, petals falling with any little breeze or motion.  I hate to see them go.  The birds have been pecking away at the seeds, so I suppose I will leave the mammoth stalks in the ground of the elevated containers for them to enjoy the seeds.  I love this little polka dotted box because it reminds me of my very first friend and neighbor in Milwaukee.  We used to pass it back and forth with little gifts for birthdays, etc.  It "appeared" at our back doors, always bringing joy to the recipient.  I miss her.

https://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/diane-campion/1070-for-the-birds/926368

1069 Tiny Dancers

 This sweet little vase was made by Renee Schwaller, owner of Off the Wheel Pottery.  I couldn't resist purchasing three vases, each having two different images when rotated.  I'm pretty sure you'll see more of them in my paintings in the weeks to come.  They are not much bigger than a shot glass.  If you visit Door County, please stop in to see Renee's work and the work of other potters.  

Today's painting is the 6th of the Strada Easel 30-day September challenge.

https://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/diane-campion/1069-tiny-dancers/926016

1068 Quick Change Performance

 I very much enjoyed painting the hosta yesterday and wanted to paint it again today.  The vase is the same as in yesterday's painting, but rotated to reveal a different design.  It is one of my favorite pieces, purchased from a really great potter's studio and barn in Egg Harbor Door County called Off the Wheel Pottery.  Renee Schwaller is the really cool proprietress and I am proud to own many of her pieces.  

Today is Day 4 of the Strada Easel's 30-day September Challenge.  

https://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/diane-campion/1068-quick-change-performance/925702

1067 Late Bloomer

I have many hostas in my front yard, but this is the only flower.  I often use the hosta leaves for my flower arrangements, and I really liked painting them.  I didn't fuss over the leaves as I did the flower, and I like that portion of the painting better.

1066 The Birds and the Bees

September 8.  I was initially very infatuated with the color color in the photo below, but have since tired of it in such a large quantity.  I still continue to tone my backgrounds with it.  The photo above reflects the new background color.

 I practically had to fight the birds and bees around the sunflowers on the roof to gain access to the flowers.  

https://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/diane-campion/1066-the-birds-and-the-beads/925152

1065 Twinkle Twinkle

 I don't know what these flowers are called, possibly a relative to a Million Bells, but they have such happy faces and a brilliant magenta color, that I can't help but pause and be thankful that they exist in my garden.

Today is Day 2 of the Strada Easel September 30-Day Challenge.

https://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/diane-campion/1065-twinkle-twinkle/924787

1064 Cuppa Sunshine

 Today is Day 1 of the Strada September 30-Day Challenge.  I decided to make use of my many black and white container props to provide some consistency. ( I'm a sucker for black and white. ) The marigolds are vibrant and plentiful in my rooftop garden.   

https://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/diane-campion/1064-cuppa-sunshine/924557

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