What -

What

12 x 24

Oil on Canvas

I signed up for Leslie Saeta's 30 paintings in 30 days challenge once again.  Challenging myself is always a good thing and painting every day is a goal so it seemed to be a logical thing to do.  I don't beat myself up if I miss a day...or two...but I make a good stab at it!  

This is my personal trainer, Heather.  She is fabulous.  I like that she really helps me strengthen my core and make sure I stay flexible while realizing that I am not a youngster!  She is very careful to make sure I stay healthy.  Here is is pregnant with her 4th child...still working and taking care of the other three!  She is amazing.  I should have painted a red cape on her!  hahaha!

As for her pose...I can just imagine her saying "what"...hence the name!  

Georgia On My Mind

"Georgia on My Mind"

9 x 12

Oil on Raymar Panel

Sometimes you have to take a break from a 30 in 30 series of portraits and just paint something else!!!  

When I began my 30 in 30 series I received a phone call from a dear friend and wonderful artist, Kathy Cousart...click her name to visit her website...ohno... I digress...

I received a phone call from Kathy asking about my series and encouraging me...cheering me on and giving me confidence.  It really meant so much to me.   When my brain was muddled with the next 6 x 6 portrait and I needed a break I decided to paint Georgia, Kathy's adorable puppy and name it "Georgia on My Mind" because she was...on my mind that is.  It was fun to play with the whites and the bright red Georgia Bull Dawg shirt.

I sent Kathy a picture of this painting and she loved it...I am so very happy to be able to send her a small token of my appreciation for the kick in the pants I needed to get started!  

My attempt to make the world smile, one painting at a time, is working.  

Now back to the 30 in 30 series!!!  Break is OVER!

Say "Cheese"

Say "Cheese"

9 x 12

Oil on Raymar panel

$200

Did you ever try to take a picture of an uncooperative subject?  This mom was trying her best to get a good shot of her adorable daughter...but the little one was not having it!  A long day of sight seeing had taken its toll...

Of course their trials were my good fortune!  I love the gesture on this one...the mom leaning back a bit yet close enough to hold on to the little one who was shielding her eyes from the sun and trying to avoid yet another photo.