Brooke

Was delighted to paint" Brooke " for Lex's father's birthday. Happy Birthday!

My Story.

A small painting from one of the elders telling her story .

Red Table

Just returned from Washington and loved the National Gallery. Feeling inspired .

Reflecting

This is also a small sketch of Elisabeth during warm up with gesture poses.

Feeling Sunny

Small study for a larger painting.

In Memory

This is a painting I will always cherish . It is of Elizabeth who loved the Thurs . morning figure drawing group and gave us all so much encouragement. She sadly passed away this week . With love and gratitude.

Blessings

Ms. Pinckney is always grateful.

Purple Purse

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Red Chair

I have painted this painting of Amelia several times over the past 10 years. Recently looking at some of Robert Henri's paintings I have introduced more vibrant colors.

Light of Ladies.

Ink on Water Color paper. The Ladies of Hollywood preparing for Sunday service.

Lavender Can

Yes you guessed it... same can, same dead flowers , different colors .

Gold Can

Another interpretation ..... works on paper

Blue Can

Allison has challenged the Charleston Artist Collective to paint on paper . I chose ink on a stick and brush. water crayons and dead flowers in a blue can. Totally freeing.

Gesture With Hat.

Inspired by Bob Burridge.. I tried painting with a stick from the yard. ( most liberating) and direct brush strokes . This is about 40x 48 much larger that my usual smaller studies.

How Are You?

Great friends who start their visit with , " How Are You."

Moment of Peace.

Small painting with Ms. Margaret .gift to my sister Joya thanks

Amazing Grace

I enjoyed painting this for a dear friend. From the toe in the water to her hands stretched to the sky it just says " summer joy " . sold

Red Shoes.

I love when the Hat Ladies wear shoes to match their hats. sold

Going to Mass

In a small hill town in Provence up this road is a lovely church that had daily mass.

Meeting Street.

June's Theme for the Charleston Artist Collective is City Scapes. This is from a quick iphone photo while waiting on the light to change.

Big Momma

The White Gallery had a fabulous show last night on Sullivans Island. Big Momma was in the show. Although she is painted on a small canvas her presence seemed big!

Summer Day.

My daughter reminded me that summer starts in two weeks.

Glitter

For the Postcard Show I chose to paint with glitter. A fun change from oil.

Lavender Path

Sisters of Song

Inspired by two of the lovely ladies from Hollywood and colors of Matisse. Thank you Liz it was so good to see you.

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Flow

Just had a wonderful visit with my dear friends. Thank you !

God Bless You Baby

One of Ms. Margarets favorite sayings is " God Bless You Baby." She is full of joy

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Mother's Nature

A great title suggested by my friend, Lynn. Thanks

Easter Sunday.

Easter Sunday Service inspired by a photo from Vivian's church .

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My Day.

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A City Square in Charleston.

Mary and I braved the busy pace of Charleston. We were in the middle of the College of Charleston, which was full of end of the year excitement.

White Hat

Walking Through

this is a very small ( 4x6) study for a larger painting.

Rocking

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Care Free

Congratulations to Charles and Maria ! A beautiful wedding .sold

Swaying

With Me

Blue Sky and Church

Much of this painting was inspired by Robert Burridge's book " Loosen Up". Thanks for sharing your discoveries.

Dance

Playing with primary colors and Hats!

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Reflecting

Linda reminded me that this Easter marks the one year journey of the theme " Hat Ladies of Hollywood ." Your comments and support are so appreciated . Onward!

White Gloves

This was actually inspired from one of my old painting . I just simplified the shapes.

"Oh Darlin"

Ms. Pinckney has a wonderful way of calling you ," Oh Darlin" and you truely feel all is well!

To The Point

When gathering by the waters edge for conversation it is " to the point".

Early Bloom

Trio

Singing is what brought these ladies together.

Path of Blue

Had an inspiring four days with an amazing artist , Karen Knutson . She taught us path of light , variation , repetition , and dominate color . thank you!!!sold

The Path To Stella Maris.

Thank you Adam for fixing my blog. whew I am back !

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