daily paintings

Early Morning Stillness • 6×6 • oil on wood • SOLD

Halfway Rock • 6×6 • oil on wood • $150 • purchase link

Sunset Paddle • 6×6 • oil on wood • SOLD

Here are three paintings inspired by some of the summer fun I have been soaking up. The first painting is from a daybreak view of the Brother Islands from the Eastern Prom–I love this view at ANY time of day. The second painting is from one of my early morning paddle adventures on Casco Bay–this particular morning I paddled over to halfway rock to see the seals and the birds and float in the stillness of the water. And the third painting is from a gorgeous evening paddle on Lake Champlain to enjoy the sunset over the trees–such a treat.

Le Chateau • 6×6 • oil on wood • SOLD

We had a lovely getaway to Quebec City last week where we explored, lounged and ate lots of yummy food, and reconnected with my cousin from Calgary. We had a blast! My parents met in Quebec City where they both taught English at the Citadel in the early to mid 60s. My mom lived with a French Canadian family and we used to go visit every summer when I was growing up. I hadn’t been back in about 30 years and it was just as I remembered it–scenic, charming, hilly and beautiful. Here’s a view of the Chateau Frontenac from the edge of the Citadel. Such a marvelous vista!

Feeling the Heat • 6×6 • oil on wood • $150 • purchase link

Phew, it’s toasty out there! Even the early morning dog walks have felt heavy with little to no air stirring the past couple of days. But the hazy views from the trails on the Eastern Prom are as beautiful as ever. I love this little view of the boats framed by the branches.

Peonies I & II • oil on canvas • $150 • purchase link

I’ve been over to Gilsland Farm in Falmouth twice this week to soak up the peonies in bloom. I adore these flowers … I love the bulbous buds, the frilly petals of the colors of the many varieties that fill the rows. And I love to smell them. Ahhhhh! These two paintings were painted side by side on the easel. Enjoy. 🙂

Summer Fort • 12×12 • oil on canvas • $350 • purchase link

Bug Light Sunset • 10×10 • oil on canvas • $275 • purchase link

Willard Shacks • 10×10 • oil on canvas • $275 • purchase link

Greater Portland is so scenic and our local landmarks – past and present – are the best. I walk on the Eastern Promenade multiple times a day and seeing Fort Gorges and our iconic Maine lighthouses off in the distance never gets old. And of course my memories of the beloved shacks on Willard Beach are something I hold close. I hope you enjoy these summertime pieces the capture a little of the magic of Casco Bay.

Inviting Cove • 6×6 • oil on wood • SOLD

I’ve been busy wrapping up tax season stuff and working on some pet portraits while enjoying views of the saltwater marshes here in the Lowcountry. I’ll be revisiting some Sea Island paintings soon, but today I was drawn to this view from a rocky ledge on little Tiptoe Mountain looking down to Long Cove in Vinalhaven. It’s such a beautiful vista and its exciting to think that summer days aren’t too far off.

Marsh Madness • 6×6 • oil on wood • SOLD

We’ve been caught up in the thrill of March Madness this year—it’s been so exciting and fun to watch! As Mainers, we were so proud to cheer on Cooper Flagg. What an amazing young man!

At the same time, we’ve been enjoying a very different kind of spectacle: the ebb and flow of the tides through the Lowcountry marsh. It’s a quieter kind of drama, but just as mesmerizing. The marsh is always shifting—its colors, textures, and mood changing with the light and the tides.

We love watching the white ibis swoop in to feed at low tide, while the osprey circle above when the water rises. Deer wander in and out throughout the day, and the fiddler crabs are constantly on the move. Nature’s rhythm is alive here, and it’s such a gift to witness it all.

View Through the Trees 6×6 • oil on wood

Taking walks with views fills my soul and I am fortunate enough to get to do it just about every day. Living near the ocean is such a gift. I love this view from the Lower Mills River on Vinalhaven. So much granite, so many pine trees and the smell of the salt air is the best. Ahhhh!

Island Beauty • 6×6 • oil on wood • $150 • purchase link

As you know, I love the the ocean and islands with my whole being. And as I sit here in my family home in the South Carolina Lowcountry, I have so much gratitude for my parents and the places on small islands that they chose to call home. Neither one of them grew up on water, but they shared with us their love of lake and ocean breezes, sunsets over water, waves lapping at the shore, rock hopping at the water’s edge and the peace and beauty of island living. Today I am sharing a Vinalhaven scene from a walk on Tiptoe Mountain. From North Hero to Fripp to Vinalhaven, my island love runs deep.

Beach Sunrise • 6×6 • oil on wood • $150 • purchase link

Mother nature has been really been showing off the past few mornings. Here’s a scene from my sunrise beach walk with the pups the other day. The colors were so intense and the sky and reflections in the water and shoreline almost blended into one. What a way to start the day!