1302. Unexpected Guests

 This summer we visited some friends in Wisconsin and upon return from a nice long walk, these two beauties welcomed us home.  What a gift!  

https://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/diane-campion/1302-unexpected-guests/1236351

1301. Attraction

 Nasturtiums are such a happy flower, popping out from a sea of green.  They are completely edible, too, Despite the end of most of my rooftop garden, the nasturtiums are still going strong.  

BUT Did you know that they attract insects?  Yes, they attract aphids and are often called a "trap crop," so for this and other reasons, they should not be planted around cucumbers and squash (they will compete for vine space), potatoes, rosemary (opposite water needs), fennel, broccoli.  Apparently they should be planted near tomatoes, beans and radishes and I am assuming because the aphids will be "trapped" by the nasturtiums and avoid the others.  

https://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/diane-campion/1301-attraction/1234915

1300. October

I've been revisiting some previously painted artwork and using critical eyes to improve them. After trying numerous sky colors, I am finally happy. I'm also proud to report that this is my 1300th published painting since I began my painting experience. Painting is my happy, safe place and I'm grateful to have the time and means to do what I love.

https://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/diane-campion/1300-october/1233235

1299. My Heart

 

This painting is one of only a few oil paintings I made. It is called My Heart for two reasons:  for my husband who gave me the roses and for Lebanon, where I had my first Turkish coffee.

This painting is sold.  

https://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/diane-campion/1299--my-heart/1227484

1298. Formation

 

We visited Saugatuck, Michigan and stayed at a lovely bed and breakfast.  I was captivated by this stunning view of trees carefully planted on an angle.  I knew then I had to paint them to try to capture their essence.  

https://www.dailypaintworks.com/fineart/diane-campion/1298-formation/1225971

1297. Winnie the Wonder Dog

 Winnie is a good family friend's dog and has become our unofficial Grand dog, winning our hearts from the very beginning.  She was rescued along with her brother, full of ticks.   She's the smartest dog I've ever met.  She has taken basic "sniff" training, behavior training and knows lots of tricks.  We see her often and she never ceases to delight, making her a great candidate for therapy dog.  She is particularly cute when her one ear flops.  We love her.  This was a gift for her Dog Mom's recent birthday.

1296. Max

 

This sweet pup crossed the Rainbow Bridge in February.  Max was a Cavachon who left a very big void in his loving family but assure me that his portrait brings them solace.