Before I get to my main topic of today’s post I just have to say… These ranunculus flowers! Their papery thin petals and layers and layers of petals mesmerize me. A small bouquet of them are providing endless enjoyment as I photograph them and paint them to my heart’s delight. Read more…
Every day spring feels a little bit closer! As a lover of every season but winter, I can’t help feeling excited about all the trees and plants waking up from their winter sleep again. Most of our lawn is still covered by snow but slowly day by day the edges Read more…
Because I had some pain issues today I didn’t go outside to enjoy the beautiful spring-like weather like I planned. Instead I fiddled around with various creative projects around the house. I decided to try free lensing (see below for a description of free lensing) with a tulip that was Read more…
I’ve been reading a book of Ojibway meditations written by Richard Wagamese. The photographs and short meditations are speaking to me of spirit, beauty, joy, and the magnificence of nature. It is a beautiful book that tells me that… The Joy is in the challenge of life This is something Read more…
Every year the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum has a spring flower show in February. And every year they feature an artist as a part of the show. This year the spring flower show featured artist is Delano, MN glass artist, Donna Rice. She creates glass crystal sculptures inspired by nature. Spring Read more…