And more trees!

I can't seem to get enough of trees! This latest tree is one of my favorites! Garden Tree is one of my most exciting pieces! It is a great combination of my trees, my leaves, my patterned papers and my new fondness for using book pages as additional texture and interest. On top of all of that, I just love the colors here. I think the blue is called "spa blue" and the greens are rich and wonderful. These patterned papers are some of the most fabulous of my latest finds! The other new pieces are pretty great. I can't believe that I have never done a daisy piece. I love daisies. So much so that my one and only tattoo (on my toe) is of a daisy. I am very very happy with my simple, sweet daisy. Of course, I am always happy to revisit my birdies, and Coral Birdie is the newest addition to my little art nest. (am I taking this metaphor too far??) And, finally, although my husband does not appreciate my odes to fruit, I couldn't help but make Half a Pear. I was inspired and I think it turned out fabulously. It would be such a cute addition to a kitchen or any corner that needs a little bit of fresh, crisp inspiration!

As always, I am always happy when I have a chance to create! Next to spending time with the family, nothing makes me happier than settling into my tiny studio, plugging in the ipod, and digging into my paper drawer. It is even better when my kids settle in next to me and paint, cut and glue just like mom. I think there are some budding artists in the family!