762 Sunset Cartwheel

In addition to portraits, I have been struggling with a large painting, a still life.  I've tried many different background (wall) colors,  but nothing felt right until today, not even the artistically logical ones.  I hope to post it this week.    This painting (above) provided a little levity for me.  This little girl could win a cartwheel contest!

"762 Sunset Cartwheel"
acrylic - 8x10 in

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201 Open Arms

Although I loved the ocean and the marshes, I was most fascinated by the Southern Live Oak trees while in South Carolina on my painting trip.  I love the twists and turns of the branches, and the tree's invitation to sit and picnic or rest.  The Spanish moss hanging from the branches gives a somewhat eerie feeling.  Although there are no leaves on my tree, this tree has leaves year round, as those that fall off are replenished.  I am sure this will not be the last of my Live Oak tree paintings.